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4501 Prior Dr

WilmingtonNC28412
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206 S 20th St

WilmingtonNC28403

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2610 Dare St

WilmingtonNC28412
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Wilmington, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wilmington, NC

Pricing Updated: 06/19/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Wilmington, NC area range in price from $1,050 to $7,000 with an overall median price of $2,905. The three Wilmington neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South Side at $1,195, Sunset Park at $1,250, and Hightsville at $2,099. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Wilmington Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
South Side$1,800$1,19517
Sunset Park$1,825$1,25020
Hightsville$2,099$2,0991
Downtown Wilmington$2,100$1,05035
Carolina Heights$2,150$1,05036
Mayfaire$2,300$1,9005
Windemere$2,375$1,9503
Wrightsboro$2,395$1,8006
Sea Breeze$2,500$2,0004
Covil Estates$2,599$2,4504

Cheapest Available Wilmington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Wilmington, NC is a 3 Beds unit found at Seahawk Cove in the Windemere neighborhood priced from $725. Veterans Park in the The Cape Cypress Island neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wilmington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Seahawk Cove3x3 Deluxe3BR,3BA$725
Veterans Park1 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom1BR,1BA$799
34 North ApartmentsCLASSIC STUDIOStudio,1BA$825
River City Studio HomesS3Studio,1BA$975
Egret Pointe Apartment HomesThe Pinelandcress2BR,2BA$985
The Pearl & The JewelRUBY1BR,1BA$995
Crosswinds ApartmentsAzalea - Classic1BR,1BA$999
Harbor Station Townhomes1x1 Garden Standard - Call For Availability1BR,1BA$1,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, NC

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wilmington area is the $1.24 price per square foot The Sullivan Model at Overlook at Jackeys Creek in the starting from $2,199. The second greatest value Wilmington apartment is the Wrightsville Model at Platos Lofts at Randall starting at $770 with a $0.55 price per square foot in the College Acres neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wilmington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Overlook at Jackeys CreekThe Sullivan3BR,2BA$1.24
Platos Lofts at RandallWrightsville4BR,4BA$0.55
Egret Pointe Apartment HomesThe Pinelandcress2BR,2BA$0.81
Cypress Grove ApartmentsThree Bed x Two Bath Garden Renovated3BR,2BA$1.19
Hawthorne at LelandThe View2BR,2BA$1.28
Seahawk Cove3x3 Deluxe3BR,3BA$0.66
The Flats at LelandThe Leland2BR,2BA$1.14
Bonnet Ct2 Bedoom 2 Bathoom2BR,2BA$1.10
Harper LandingHaven Renovated2BR,2BA$1.27
The CoastalThe Haven Classic2BR,2BA$1.30

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Frequently Asked Questions about Wilmington

What type of rentals are currently available in Wilmington?

There are currently 441 Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, NC with pricing that ranges from $699 to $9,336. There are also 343 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wilmington ranging from $900 to $7,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Wilmington?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Wilmington ranges from $900 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,531.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Wilmington?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Wilmington range from $699 to $9,336, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,195 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,878 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,620.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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