
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Wilmington Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $1,000 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Wilmington area of Wilmington.


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Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Wilmington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Wilmington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,615 | $1,200 | $2,249 |
Downtown Wilmington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,236 | $1,244 | $3,500 |
Downtown Wilmington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,450 | $2,400 | $2,500 |
Downtown Wilmington 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,950 | $2,950 | $2,950 |
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There are currently 10 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 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,180. 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 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
Cargo North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,190 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wilmington, NC
As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Wilmington area is the $1.85 price per square foot 3B Den Model at Flats on Front in the in the Carolina Heights neighborhood starting from $2,995. 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 | $1.85 |
Overlook at RiverPlace | 10 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.16 |
City Block | Milan | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
Chateau Terrace | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
Sawmill Point | Abita | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
Metropolitan at the Riverwalk | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
17 Social | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
2103 Pender Ave, Unit 3 | 2103 Pender Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
Cargo North | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
The Pearl & The Jewel | BELON | Studio ,1BA | $2.34 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Wilmington
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Wilmington?
There are currently 112 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wilmington, NC with pricing that ranges from $995 to $5,170. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Wilmington ranging from $1,050 to $3,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Wilmington?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Wilmington ranges from $1,050 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,209.
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