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The Pearl & The Jewel
411 Wooster StWilmington, NC 28401
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Side Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $900 (11 Rentals)
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South Front
1400 S 2nd StWilmington, NC 28401
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315 S 5th Ave, Unit #2, Unit #2
315 S 5th AveWilmington, NC 28401
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Riverwalk Condominiums
212 S Water StWilmington, NC 28401
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21 N Front St
21 N Front StWilmington, NC 28401
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The Life at Lakeside Villas
1519 Lake Branch DrWilmington, NC 28401
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The Studio 17 Apartments
514 S 17th StWilmington, NC 28401
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Solista Wilimington
1402 Hospital Plaza DrWilmington, NC 28401
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The Diamond
1627 Little John CirWilmington, NC 28401
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The Jewel
718 S 5th StWilmington, NC 28401
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Jervay Communities
811 Elance Moore LnWilmington, NC 28401
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South Side, Wilmington, NC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Side Studio Apartments | $1,212 | $1,000 | $1,350 |
| South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,696 | $995 | $3,589 |
| South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,346 | $1,400 | $4,304 |
| South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
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Cheapest Available South Side Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Side area of Wilmington, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Pearl & The Jewel priced from $1,200. Mid Castle has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here are the most affordable South Side apartments for rent in Wilmington, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pearl & The Jewel | SYDNEY | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Mid Castle | Royal- A | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| South Front | Tommy Dorsey | 2BR,2BA | $1,808 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Side, NC
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Side area is the $2.00 price per square foot Rita Hayworth Model at South Front in the in the South Side neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value South Side apartment is the Abbey - B Model at Mid Castle starting at $1,350 with a $2.49 price per square foot in the South Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Front | Rita Hayworth | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
| Mid Castle | Abbey - B | Studio ,1BA | $2.49 |
| The Pearl & The Jewel | SYDNEY | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| 315 S 5th Ave, Unit #2 | 315 S 5th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
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