202 S 3rd St
WilmingtonNC28401
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Wilmington Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $700 (29 Rentals)
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The Pearl & The Jewel
411 Wooster StWilmington, NC 28401
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The Creek
2247 Wrightsville AveWilmington, NC 28403
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The Terrace Apartments
214 Red Cross StWilmington, NC 28401
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from $1,0951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Osprey Landing
800 Walden DrWilmington, NC 28401
210 Red Cross St
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from $1,180Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Chateau Terrace
1201 Columbus CirWilmington, NC 28403
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2103 Pender Ave, Unit 3
2103 Pender AveWilmington, NC 28403
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from $1,215Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Avalon of Wilmington
327 Guinevere LnWilmington, NC 28403
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Riverview Apartments
211 Red Cross StWilmington, NC 28401
612 Chestnut St
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607 S 11th St
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214 Red Cross St
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719 Princess St
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265 N Front St
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1404 Wooster St
WilmingtonNC28401
216 N 6th St
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214 S 13th St
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206 S 20th St
WilmingtonNC28403
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1203 S 8th 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 | $1,667 | $1,045 | $3,424 |
| Downtown Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,783 | $995 | $3,886 |
| Downtown Wilmington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,373 | $1,149 | $8,250 |
| Downtown Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,489 | $1,495 | $6,148 |
| Downtown Wilmington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,650 | $2,650 | $2,650 |
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There are currently 29 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. The Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,029. Here are the most affordable Downtown Wilmington apartments for rent in Wilmington, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pearl & The Jewel | RUBY | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Creek | AZALEA | 1BR,1BA | $1,029 |
| The Terrace Apartments | 214 Red Cross | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Osprey Landing | Tide | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Chateau Terrace | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| Riverview Apartments | Two Bedroom - 3rd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Avalon of Wilmington | One Bedroom- The Aspen | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| Sawmill Point | Alamosa | 1BR,1BA | $1,369 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wilmington, NC
As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Wilmington area is the $1.55 price per square foot B2D Model at The Helmsman in the in the South Side neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second greatest value Downtown Wilmington apartment is the Banister Model at Sawmill Point starting at $1,995 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the South Side 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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| The Helmsman | B2D | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Sawmill Point | Banister | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Overlook at RiverPlace | 10 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.94 |
| City Block | Milan | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Riverview Apartments | Two Bedroom - 3rd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Osprey Landing | Tide | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Chateau Terrace | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| The Creek | AZALEA | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 417 N 5th Ave, Unit 4 | 417 N 5th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| The Terrace Apartments | 214 Red Cross | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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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 The Pearl & The Jewel listed at $995.
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 $1,149 at Osprey Landing.
What is the most affordable Downtown Wilmington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Wilmington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Creek and starts from $1,445.
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
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Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.
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