
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shipyard Plaza Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $700 (30 Rentals)
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Meridian at Fairfield Park

Braxton Place

Belle Meade

Glenmeade Village

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Canterbury Woods

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Harbour Ridge

2808 Bloomfield Ln

2203 Yaupon Dr
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Shipyard Plaza, Wilmington, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shipyard Plaza?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shipyard Plaza Studio Apartments | $1,649 | $1,039 | $1,883 |
| Shipyard Plaza 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,624 | $1,025 | $2,133 |
| Shipyard Plaza 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,849 | $1,199 | $3,970 |
| Shipyard Plaza 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,362 | $1,342 | $6,050 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Shipyard Plaza Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC.
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Cheapest Available Shipyard Plaza Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shipyard Plaza area of Wilmington, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Pines of Wilmington Apartments priced from $1,025. Starway Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,047. Here are the most affordable Shipyard Plaza apartments for rent in Wilmington, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pines of Wilmington Apartments | One Bedroom - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Starway Village | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,047 |
| St. Andrews Reserve | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,059 |
| Antiqua Apartments | Burke | 2BR,2BA | $1,208 |
| Sand Ridge | Azalea | 2BR,1BA | $1,224 |
| One Midtown Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,228 |
| Bellingham Park | A1S - Sunroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,256 |
| Belle Meade | The Ansley | 1BR,1BA | $1,265 |
| Glenmeade Village | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Barclay Place Apartments | Palms 1 & 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,286 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shipyard Plaza, NC
As of February 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shipyard Plaza area is the $1.39 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Garden Model at Canterbury Woods in the in the Shipyard Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,665. The second greatest value Shipyard Plaza apartment is the The Sherwood Model at Belle Meade starting at $1,535 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Shipyard Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shipyard Plaza apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canterbury Woods | 3 Bedroom Garden | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Belle Meade | The Sherwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| 2109 Wisteria Dr | 2109 Wisteria Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Sand Ridge | Magnolia | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Shipyard at Wilmington | The Tide | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| New Hanover Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom - Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Meridian at Fairfield Park | A1L | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Hawthorne at the Pointe | The Topsail | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.53 |
| Starway Village | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Antiqua Apartments | Burke | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleShipyard Plaza, Wilmington, NC
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Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shipyard Plaza Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shipyard Plaza Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shipyard Plaza Apartment is $1,025 at The Pines of Wilmington Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shipyard Plaza Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shipyard Plaza is starting from $1,200 at The Pines of Wilmington Apartments.
What is the most affordable Shipyard Plaza Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shipyard Plaza Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Starway Village and starts from $1,342.
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