
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hightsville Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $1,100 (14 Rentals)
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The Reserve at Forest Hills

Forest Hills

Avalon of Wilmington

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Overlook at RiverPlace

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2103 Pender Ave, Unit 1

Metropolitan at the Riverwalk
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City Block

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Flats on Front

Sawmill Point

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1533 King St

Riverview
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Hightsville, Wilmington, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hightsville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hightsville Studio Apartments | $1,505 | $1,239 | $1,784 |
| Hightsville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,124 | $3,709 |
| Hightsville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,903 | $1,230 | $3,269 |
| Hightsville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,995 | $1,549 | $5,769 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hightsville Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC.
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Cheapest Available Hightsville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hightsville area of Wilmington, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Forest Hills priced from $1,149. The Reserve at Forest Hills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,266. Here are the most affordable Hightsville apartments for rent in Wilmington, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hills | SOUTHERN PINE | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| The Reserve at Forest Hills | Annexe-Bouvier | 1BR,1BA | $1,266 |
| Avalon of Wilmington | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Metropolitan at the Riverwalk | S1A - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,409 |
| City Block | Manhatan | 1BR,1BA | $1,423 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hightsville, NC
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hightsville area is the $1.40 price per square foot 2103 Pender Ave Model at 2103 Pender Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Carolina Heights neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Hightsville apartment is the 9 Model at Overlook at RiverPlace starting at $2,346 with a $2.52 price per square foot in the Carolina Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hightsville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2103 Pender Ave, Unit 1 | 2103 Pender Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Overlook at RiverPlace | 9 | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Sawmill Point | Alamosa | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| City Block | Manhatan | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| The Reserve at Forest Hills | Annexe-Bouvier | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Forest Hills | SOUTHERN PINE | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Flats on Front | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Pier 33 Apartments | Airlie | Studio ,1BA | $2.72 |
| Avalon of Wilmington | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Metropolitan at the Riverwalk | S1A - Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.54 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHightsville, Wilmington, NC
Ranked #24
Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hightsville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hightsville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hightsville is at Metropolitan at the Riverwalk listed at $1,409.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hightsville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hightsville Apartment is $1,149 at Forest Hills.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hightsville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hightsville is starting from $1,230 at Forest Hills.
What is the most affordable Hightsville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hightsville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Reserve at Forest Hills and starts from $1,549.
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