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The Pearl & The Jewel
411 Wooster StWilmington, NC 28401
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Wilmington Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $700 (39 Rentals)
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206 S 20th St
WilmingtonNC28403
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The Creek
2247 Wrightsville AveWilmington, NC 28403
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Forest Hills
505 Alpine DrWilmington, NC 28403
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315 S 5th Ave, Unit #2, Unit #2
315 S 5th AveWilmington, NC 28401
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Overlook at RiverPlace
14 Grace StWilmington, NC 28401
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$1,301 - $1,446
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Chateau Terrace
1201 Columbus CirWilmington, NC 28403
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Mid Castle
1102 Castle StWilmington, NC 28401
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$1,340 - $2,699Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
17 Social
1625 S 17th StWilmington, NC 28401
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$1,373 - $5,386Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Metropolitan at the Riverwalk
19 Harnett StWilmington, NC 28401
923 N 5th Ave
WilmingtonNC28401
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City Block
814 N 3rd StWilmington, NC 28401
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South Front
1400 S 2nd StWilmington, NC 28401
709 N 11th St
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818 Hanover St
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2103 Pender Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1
2103 Pender AveWilmington, NC 28403
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$1,498 - $5,569
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Flats on Front
1045 N Front StWilmington, NC 28401
826 Hanover St
WilmingtonNC28401
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$1,520 - $3,3861 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Sawmill Point
1015 Nutt StWilmington, NC 28401
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$1,584 - $5,769
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Pier 33 Apartments
901 Nutt StWilmington, NC 28401
414 Queen St
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609 Nixon St
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915 S 10th St
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901 Campbell St
WilmingtonNC28401
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Cape Fear Hotel Apartments
119-121 Chestnut StWilmington, NC 28401
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The Life at Lakeside Villas
1519 Lake Branch DrWilmington, NC 28401
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The Studio 17 Apartments
514 S 17th StWilmington, NC 28401
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The Terrace Apartments
214 Red Cross StWilmington, NC 28401
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Riverview
212 Red Cross StWilmington, NC 28401
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211 Red Cross StWilmington, NC 28401
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Riverwalk Condominiums
212 S Water StWilmington, NC 28401
2410 Wrightsville Ave
WilmingtonNC28403
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608 Castle StWilmington, NC 28401
812 S 13th St
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2107 Creecy Ave
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1404 Church St
WilmingtonNC28401
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Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, NC Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Wilmington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Wilmington Studio Apartments | $1,442 | $1,000 | $2,169 |
| Downtown Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,657 | $995 | $3,696 |
| Downtown Wilmington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,946 | $995 | $4,201 |
| Downtown Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,670 | $1,446 | $5,769 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Wilmington Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Wilmington area of Wilmington, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Creek priced from $1,029. Forest Hills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,149. Here are the most affordable Downtown Wilmington apartments for rent in Wilmington, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Creek | AZALEA | 1BR,1BA | $1,029 |
| Forest Hills | SOUTHERN PINE | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Chateau Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1,301 |
| Mid Castle | Royal- A | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| City Block | London | 1BR,1BA | $1,428 |
| 17 Social | A1E | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Flats on Front | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,503 |
| Sawmill Point | Alamosa | 1BR,1BA | $1,520 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wilmington, NC
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Wilmington area is the $1.17 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Chateau Terrace in the in the Carolina Heights neighborhood starting from $1,346. The second greatest value Downtown Wilmington apartment is the 2103 Pender Ave Model at 2103 Pender Ave, Unit 1 starting at $1,495 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Carolina Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Wilmington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Chateau Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 2103 Pender Ave, Unit 1 | 2103 Pender Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Metropolitan at the Riverwalk | B7B | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| South Front | Billie Holiday | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
| Sawmill Point | Alamosa | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 17 Social | A1E | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| City Block | London | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Forest Hills | SOUTHERN PINE | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Mid Castle | Abbey - B | Studio ,1BA | $2.49 |
| The Creek | IVY | Studio ,1BA | $2.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Wilmington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Wilmington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Wilmington is under $1,520.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Wilmington?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Wilmington is The Creek which is listed at $1,029, while the average apartment in Downtown Wilmington costs $1,945.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Wilmington?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Downtown Wilmington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Wilmington?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Wilmington have an average cost of $208 which is $1,737 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Wilmington.
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