
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Silver Lake Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $800 (28 Rentals)
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Antiqua Apartments

Tesla Park

Willow Glen

Still Meadow Village

Braxton Place

Meridian at Fairfield Park
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Arbor Trace

The Keys at 17th Street

Belle Meade

Oasis at Riverlights

Hawthorne at Indy West

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Riverwood

Ansley Park
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Proximity Watermark

Argento at Riverlights Apartments

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Element Barclay Station

Hawthorne at the Pointe

Townes at Prior

Woodridge Pointe Apartments

MV Flats At Riverlights
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Belle Meade Apartments - Phase III

St. Andrews Reserve

213 Eucalyptus Ln

227 Hibiscus Way

221 Hibiscus Way

3956 Echo Farms Blvd
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Silver Lake, Wilmington, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Silver Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Lake Studio Apartments | $1,658 | $1,113 | $1,860 |
| Silver Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,710 | $1,075 | $2,212 |
| Silver Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,834 | $1,145 | $3,970 |
| Silver Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $1,508 | $6,150 |
| Silver Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,186 | $2,186 | $2,186 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Silver Lake Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC.
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Cheapest Available Silver Lake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Silver Lake area of Wilmington, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Crosswinds priced from $1,075. St. Andrews Reserve has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,166. Here are the most affordable Silver Lake apartments for rent in Wilmington, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crosswinds | 11 | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| St. Andrews Reserve | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,166 |
| Antiqua Apartments | Burke | 2BR,2BA | $1,181 |
| Tesla Park | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Willow Glen | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $1,233 |
| The Keys at 17th Street | Caroline Premium Granite | 1BR,1BA | $1,292 |
| Oasis at Riverlights | The Shoal | 1BR,1BA | $1,362 |
| Still Meadow Village | THE BUTTONWOOD | 2BR,2BA | $1,425 |
| Hawthorne at Indy West | The Hatteras | 1BR,1BA | $1,465 |
| Proximity Watermark | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Silver Lake, NC
As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Silver Lake area is the $1.32 price per square foot Catawba Exterior Model at Townes at Park Place in the in the Pine Valley East neighborhood starting from $1,999. The second greatest value Silver Lake apartment is the C2A Model at Riverwood starting at $2,053 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Shipyard Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Silver Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townes at Park Place | Catawba Exterior | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.32 |
| Riverwood | C2A | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.40 |
| Element Barclay Station | B4-1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Hawthorne at the Pointe | The Carolina | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
| Ansley Park | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Still Meadow Village | THE PROMENADE | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Townes at Prior | B1 Platinum | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.67 |
| Belle Meade | The Sherwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| The Keys at 17th Street | Caroline Premium Granite | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Antiqua Apartments | Burke | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Silver Lake Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Silver Lake?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Silver Lake is at Proximity Watermark listed at $1,495.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Silver Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Silver Lake Apartment is $1,075 at Crosswinds.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Silver Lake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Silver Lake is starting from $1,145 at Crosswinds.
What is the most affordable Silver Lake Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Silver Lake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Crosswinds and starts from $1,575.
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