
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mayfaire Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $670 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mayfaire area of Wilmington.


Coral Garden Apartments

Cypress Pointe Apartment Homes

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Cape Harbor

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Clear Run

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321 Lennon Dr, Unit 321 Lennon drive
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Hawthorne at the Station

Hudson at Renaissance

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The Range On Oleander
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Headwaters at Autumn Hall

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Arboretum West

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The Sterling

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The Nixon
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Residence at Canopy Pointe

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Wrightsville Townes

1600 Sturdivant Dr
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Mayfaire, Wilmington, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mayfaire?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfaire Studio Apartments | $1,583 | $1,545 | $1,649 |
| Mayfaire 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,821 | $1,050 | $2,343 |
| Mayfaire 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,091 | $945 | $3,619 |
| Mayfaire 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,719 | $799 | $4,671 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mayfaire Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC.
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Cheapest Available Mayfaire Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mayfaire area of Wilmington, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Coral Garden Apartments priced from $1,050. Cypress Pointe Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,084. Here are the most affordable Mayfaire apartments for rent in Wilmington, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coral Garden Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,050 |
| Cypress Pointe Apartment Homes | A - The Kure | 1BR, 1BA | $1,084 |
| Lofts of Wilmington | A1R - Dogwood | 1BR, 1BA | $1,139 |
| Cape Harbor | Topsail A1B | 1BR, 1BA | $1,366 |
| Clear Run | Watson A1C | 1BR, 1BA | $1,447 |
| Ellington Farms | Bluewater | 2BR, 2BA | $1,552 |
| The Range On Oleander | A5 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,653 |
| Hudson at Renaissance | A1A | 1BR, 1BA | $1,654 |
| Mayfaire Flats | Abbey | 1BR, 1BA | $1,656 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mayfaire, NC
As of September 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mayfaire area is the $1.79 price per square foot Meadow Model at Arboretum Village in the Ogden neighborhood starting from $3,364. The second greatest value Mayfaire apartment is the Regency Model at Hawthorne at the Station in the Ogden neighborhood starting at $1,974 with a $1.65 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mayfaire apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arboretum Village | Meadow | 3BR, 3BA | $1.79 |
| Hawthorne at the Station | Regency | 2BR, 2BA | $1.65 |
| The Nixon | B1 | 2BR, 2BA | $1.68 |
| 321 Lennon Dr, Unit 321 Lennon drive | 321 Lennon Dr | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.36 |
| Headwaters at Autumn Hall | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $1.64 |
| Ellington Farms | Bluewater | 2BR, 2BA | $1.48 |
| Clear Run | Watson Reno Quartz A1C | 1BR, 1BA | $1.95 |
| Cypress Pointe Apartment Homes | A - The Kure | 1BR, 1BA | $1.55 |
| Cape Harbor | Brindley A1A | 1BR, 1BA | $2.01 |
| Coral Garden Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.75 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mayfaire Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mayfaire?
The cheapest apartment in Mayfaire is Coral Garden Apartments which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Mayfaire costs $1,935.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mayfaire?
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 17 regular apartments in Mayfaire 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 Mayfaire?
Cheap apartments in Mayfaire have an average cost of $160 which is $1,775 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mayfaire.
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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