Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lincoln Forest Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $600 (42 Rentals)

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Canterbury Woods
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$1,220 - $1,630
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Canterbury Woods

2320 Canterwood DrWilmington, NC 28401
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Glenmeade Village
$1,294 - $1,619
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Glenmeade Village

1518 Village DrWilmington, NC 28401
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Chateau Terrace
$1,301 - $1,446
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Chateau Terrace

1201 Columbus CirWilmington, NC 28403
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Quail Forest Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Quail Forest Apartments

608 Montclair DrWilmington, NC 28403
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Harbour Ridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Harbour Ridge

1436 Harbour DrWilmington, NC 28401
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908 Bonham Ave
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908 Bonham Ave

908 Bonham AveWilmington, NC 28403
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Bellingham Park
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bellingham Park

1522 Cadfel CtWilmington, NC 28412
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$1,200 - $1,350

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522 S Kerr Ave

WilmingtonNC28403

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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. The Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. 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
The CreekIVYStudio,1BA$995
Hanover Landing Apartments1 BD W/D1BR,1BA$999
Harbor Station Townhomes1x1 Garden Standard - Call For Availability1BR,1BA$1,025
Wilmington Commons ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,050
The Pines of Wilmington ApartmentsOne Bedroom - Luxury1BR,1BA$1,100
908 Bonham Ave1/11BR,1BA$1,100
Cypress Grove ApartmentsOne Bed x One Bath Garden Renovated1BR,1BA$1,129
Quad Apartment HomesA - Airlie1BR,1BA$1,134
Forest HillsSOUTHERN PINE1BR,1BA$1,149

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lincoln Forest, NC

As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lincoln Forest area is the $1.44 price per square foot C1S - Sunroom Renovated Model at Bellingham Park in the in the Shipyard Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,894. The second greatest value Lincoln Forest apartment is the 3x3 Model at The Nest at 4955 starting at $915 with a $0.79 price per square foot in the Windemere 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.
Bellingham ParkC1S - Sunroom Renovated3BR,2BA$1.44
The Nest at 49553x33BR,3BA$0.79
Chateau Terrace2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.17
Canterbury Woods2 Bedroom Garden2BR,2BA$1.31
Cypress Grove ApartmentsTwo Bed x One and a Half Bath Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.48
Seahawk Cove3x3 Deluxe3BR,3BA$0.80
34 North Apartments2X1 CLASSIC2BR,1BA$1.21
Sand RidgeMagnolia2BR,2BA$1.47
Shipyard at WilmingtonThe Tide1BR,1BA$1.38
New Hanover Village Apartments2 Bedroom - Garden2BR,1BA$1.44

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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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 Hanover Landing Apartments which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Lincoln Forest costs $1,877.

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 124 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 $730 which is $1,147 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lincoln Forest.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.