Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lincoln Forest Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $600 (25 Rentals)

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Quail Forest Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Quail Forest Apartments

608 Montclair DrWilmington, NC 28403
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Cargo North
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cargo North

514 S 17th StWilmington, NC 28401
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908 Bonham Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

908 Bonham Ave

908 Bonham AveWilmington, NC 28403
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Harbour Ridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Harbour Ridge

1436 Harbour DrWilmington, NC 28401
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Lincoln Forest, Wilmington, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lincoln Forest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lincoln Forest area of Wilmington, NC is a 3 Beds unit found at Elevation Student Living priced from $819. Elevation South has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable Lincoln Forest apartments for rent in Wilmington, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elevation Student LivingCordova (Enclave)3BR,2BA$819
Elevation SouthDerby A (Elevation II)4BR,4BA$949
Wilmington Commons ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$975
Harbor Station Townhomes1x1 Garden Standard - Call For Availability1BR,1BA$1,000
The Preserve at Pine ValleyGinkgo- 11BZ1BR,1BA$1,014

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lincoln Forest, NC

As of March 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lincoln Forest area is the $1.42 price per square foot Peak Stone Model at The Willow in the in the Windemere neighborhood starting from $1,872. The second greatest value Lincoln Forest apartment is the C1S - Sunroom Renovated Model at Bellingham Park starting at $1,894 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Shipyard Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lincoln Forest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The WillowPeak Stone3BR,2BA$1.42
Bellingham ParkC1S - Sunroom Renovated3BR,2BA$1.44
Comet Scotts HillPoplar2BR,2BA$1.37
The Nest at 49553x33BR,3BA$0.63
Chateau Terrace2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.16
Ethos 6222BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.39
Seahawk Cove3x3 Deluxe3BR,3BA$0.73
Shipyard at WilmingtonThe Tide1BR,1BA$1.38
New Hanover Village Apartments2 Bedroom - Garden2BR,1BA$1.44
Cypress Grove ApartmentsOne Bed x One Bath Garden Renovated1BR,1BA$1.44

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including Wilmington. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lincoln Forest Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Lincoln Forest?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lincoln Forest is under $1,149.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lincoln Forest?

The cheapest apartment in Lincoln Forest is Wilmington Commons Apartments which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in Lincoln Forest costs $4,000.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lincoln Forest?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 64 regular apartments in Lincoln Forest that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lincoln Forest?

Cheap apartments in Lincoln Forest have an average cost of $496 which is $3,504 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lincoln Forest.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.