
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Wilmington Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $700 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Wilmington area of Wilmington.


211 Red Cross St

Chateau Terrace

The Creek

17 Market St, Unit 17-B Market Street

306 N 11th St
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214 Red Cross St
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Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Wilmington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Wilmington Studio Apartments | $1,363 | $1,000 | $1,900 |
Downtown Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,550 | $995 | $2,634 |
Downtown Wilmington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,869 | $1,100 | $4,370 |
Downtown Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $1,420 | $2,790 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Wilmington Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC.
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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 Pearl & The Jewel priced from $995. Chateau Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable Downtown Wilmington apartments for rent in Wilmington, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Pearl & The Jewel | RUBY | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Chateau Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
Cargo North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
The Creek | JASMINE | 2BR,2BA | $1,215 |
Mid Castle | Royal - B | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wilmington, NC
As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Wilmington area is the $1.72 price per square foot 3B Den Model at Flats on Front in the in the Carolina Heights neighborhood starting from $2,790. The second greatest value Downtown Wilmington apartment is the 10 Model at Overlook at RiverPlace starting at $2,483 with a $2.16 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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Flats on Front | 3B Den | 3BR,2BA | $1.72 |
Overlook at RiverPlace | 10 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.16 |
The Creek | JASMINE | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
Forest Hills | DOGWOOD | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.69 |
City Block | Barcelona | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Sawmill Point | Abita | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
17 Social | A1C | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
Mid Castle | Royal - B | Studio ,1BA | $2.26 |
Cargo North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
The Pearl & The Jewel | RUBY | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Wilmington, NC. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Downtown Wilmington Neighborhood in Wilmington, NC
Walk Score®
85 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
86 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Wilmington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Wilmington?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Wilmington is at Chateau Terrace listed at $1,025.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Wilmington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Wilmington Apartment is $995 at The Pearl & The Jewel.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Wilmington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Wilmington is starting from $1,215 at The Creek.
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