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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 4 Beds unit found at Elevation Student Living priced from $949. 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 LivingDerby A (Elevation II)4BR,4BA$949
Elevation SouthDerby A (Elevation II)4BR,4BA$949
Hanover Landing Apartments1 BD W/D1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lincoln Forest, NC

As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lincoln Forest area is the $0.61 price per square foot Derby A (Elevation II) Model at Elevation South in the in the Lincoln Forest neighborhood starting from $949. 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.
Elevation SouthDerby A (Elevation II)4BR,4BA$0.61
The Nest at 49553x33BR,3BA$0.79
Chateau Terrace2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.17
Canterbury Woods2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.32
Elevation Student LivingBrighton (Elevation)2BR,2BA$1.00
Seahawk Cove3x3 Deluxe3BR,3BA$0.80
Comet Scotts HillLive Oak2BR,2BA$1.43
34 North Apartments2X1 CLASSIC2BR,1BA$1.21
Sand RidgeMagnolia2BR,2BA$1.44
Shipyard at WilmingtonThe Tide1BR,1BA$1.28

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lincoln Forest

What type of rentals are currently available in Lincoln Forest?

There are currently 102 Apartments for Rent in Lincoln Forest, NC with pricing that ranges from $765 to $3,064. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lincoln Forest ranging from $850 to $3,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lincoln Forest?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lincoln Forest ranges from $850 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,289.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lincoln Forest?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lincoln Forest range from $765 to $3,064, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,575 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,325 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $939.

Expert Rental Resources

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

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

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