Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown Wilmington Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC (8 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Downtown Wilmington area of Wilmington with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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Metropolitan at the Riverwalk
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$1,461 - $4,399Special Offer
Specials Enjoy up to $1500 Free Rent! Receive $1000 OFF on studios and 1-bedrooms or $1500 OFF on 2-bedrooms. *Must apply by 5/31/26. Don't
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Metropolitan at the Riverwalk

19 Harnett StWilmington, NC 28401
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City Block
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$1,452
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 15

City Block

814 N 3rd StWilmington, NC 28401
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Pier 33 Apartments
$1,769 - $5,769
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Pier 33 Apartments

901 Nutt StWilmington, NC 28401
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South Front
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$1,426 - $3,824Special Offer
Specials $1000 off move in at Phase 1! - Apply and move in by 7/15 and get $1000 off move in!. Phase two Homes now get up to two months free
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South Front

1400 S 2nd StWilmington, NC 28401
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17 Social
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$1,370 - $2,527Special Offer
Specials Summer Move In Special! Start Your Summer at 17 Social — Receive $500 off select apartment homes when you move in by June 30. **Lim
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17 Social

1625 S 17th StWilmington, NC 28401
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Forest Hills
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$1,305 - $1,810Special Offer
Specials Double the Savings! Look and lease within 48 hours of your tour to receive a WAIVED Holding Fee, and take advantage of special pric
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Forest Hills

505 Alpine DrWilmington, NC 28403
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Chateau Terrace
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$1,216 - $1,401
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Chateau Terrace

1201 Columbus CirWilmington, NC 28403
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The Creek
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$1,049 - $1,595Special Offer
Specials Online Leasing Promo Code: THECREEK - Half off administrative fee - $100.00 off
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The Creek

2247 Wrightsville AveWilmington, NC 28403
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Top Wilmington Apartments in the Downtown Wilmington Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 06-19-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Downtown Wilmington, NC apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Pier 33 Apartments

Limited Time Savings! One Month Free on Select Apartment Homes -OR- $1500 off your first full month if you secure your lease by 06/15! *Special terms and conditions may apply - Contact our team for more information! Contact Us Today For More Details And To Schedule Your Community Tour!Expires 06-18-2026

Metropolitan at the Riverwalk

Enjoy up to $1500 Free Rent! Receive $1000 OFF on studios and 1-bedrooms or $1500 OFF on 2-bedrooms. *Must apply by 5/31/26. Don't miss this limited-time offer!Expires 06-19-2026

South Front

$1000 off move in at Phase 1! - Apply and move in by 7/15 and get $1000 off move in!. Phase two Homes now get up to two months free! - Your Dream Home Awaits Apply and move in by 7/15 and get your first full month rent free!.Expires 06-19-2026

City Block

Enjoy up to 6 weeks of base rent free on select homes with a 13+ month lease, plus additional look-and-lease specials. This limited-time offer is available to new applicants only. Restrictions, additional fees, and other terms may apply. Contact our team today for full details and to take advantage of this special before it ends.Expires 06-19-2026

The Creek

Online Leasing Promo Code: THECREEK - Half off administrative fee - $100.00 offExpires 06-19-2026

Forest Hills

Double the Savings! Look and lease within 48 hours of your tour to receive a WAIVED Holding Fee, and take advantage of special pricing on select apartment homes. Stipulations apply. Specials are subject to change.Expires 06-19-2026

Chateau Terrace

SUMMER SAVINGS EVENT - 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS AVAILABLE! Move in by June 27th and Receive One Free Month of Rent! Don't miss this limited-time offer - Visit us online or give us a call. Feel at home at Chateau Terrace, where spacious apartment homes meet the convenience of living in the heart of Wilmington.Expires 06-19-2026

17 Social

Summer Move In Special! Start Your Summer at 17 Social — Receive $500 off select apartment homes when you move in by June 30. **Limited Time** *Terms and restrictions apply; offers subject to change.Expires 06-19-2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown Wilmington, NC

Specials updated: 06-19-2026

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown Wilmington, NC. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

City Block

Enjoy up to 6 weeks of base rent free on select homes with a 13+ month lease, plus additional look-and-lease specials. This limited-time offer is available to new applicants only. Restrictions, additional fees, and other terms may apply. Contact our team today for full details and to take advantage of this special before it ends.Expires 06-19-2026

The Creek

Online Leasing Promo Code: THECREEK - Half off administrative fee - $100.00 offExpires 06-19-2026

Forest Hills

Double the Savings! Look and lease within 48 hours of your tour to receive a WAIVED Holding Fee, and take advantage of special pricing on select apartment homes. Stipulations apply. Specials are subject to change.Expires 06-19-2026

Chateau Terrace

SUMMER SAVINGS EVENT - 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS AVAILABLE! Move in by June 27th and Receive One Free Month of Rent! Don't miss this limited-time offer - Visit us online or give us a call. Feel at home at Chateau Terrace, where spacious apartment homes meet the convenience of living in the heart of Wilmington.Expires 06-19-2026

17 Social

Summer Move In Special! Start Your Summer at 17 Social — Receive $500 off select apartment homes when you move in by June 30. **Limited Time** *Terms and restrictions apply; offers subject to change.Expires 06-19-2026

Metropolitan at the Riverwalk

Enjoy up to $1500 Free Rent! Receive $1000 OFF on studios and 1-bedrooms or $1500 OFF on 2-bedrooms. *Must apply by 5/31/26. Don't miss this limited-time offer!Expires 06-19-2026

South Front

$1000 off move in at Phase 1! - Apply and move in by 7/15 and get $1000 off move in!. Phase two Homes now get up to two months free! - Your Dream Home Awaits Apply and move in by 7/15 and get your first full month rent free!.Expires 06-19-2026

Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Downtown Wilmington Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Downtown Wilmington?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Wilmington is at Chateau Terrace listed at $1,216.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Downtown Wilmington Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Wilmington is $2,474.

What is the largest Rent Specials Downtown Wilmington Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Wilmington is a 1,642 square feet unit starting from $1,769 at Pier 33 Apartments.

What is the average size for Downtown Wilmington Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown Wilmington is currently at 572 sq ft.

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