
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Park Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $700 (29 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Sunset Park area of Wilmington.


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The Pearl & The Jewel

The Pines of Wilmington Apartments

Starway Village

Cypress Grove Apartments

Shipyard at Wilmington

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Chateau Terrace
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Osprey Landing

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Glenmeade Village

Sand Ridge

Mid Castle

New Hanover Village Apartments

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Canterbury Woods

Furnished Studio-Wilmington - West
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2505 Flint Dr

2808 Bloomfield Ln
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3799 Merestone Dr

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2203 Yaupon Dr

Bellingham Park

2807 Bloomfield Ln

2504 Flint Dr

1205 Wright St
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Sunset Park, Wilmington, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sunset Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Park Studio Apartments | $1,138 | $1,000 | $1,350 |
| Sunset Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,565 | $995 | $3,609 |
| Sunset Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,692 | $1,199 | $2,919 |
| Sunset Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,226 | $1,442 | $2,821 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sunset Park Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC.
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Cheapest Available Sunset Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunset Park area of Wilmington, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Pearl & The Jewel priced from $995. The Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,029. Here are the most affordable Sunset Park apartments for rent in Wilmington, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pearl & The Jewel | RUBY | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| The Creek | AZALEA | 1BR,1BA | $1,029 |
| Starway Village | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,047 |
| Cypress Grove Apartments | One Bed x One Bath Garden Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| The Pines of Wilmington Apartments | One Bedroom - Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Osprey Landing | Cove (1.5 bath) | 2BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| Chateau Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Glenmeade Village | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Shipyard at Wilmington | The Tide | 1BR,1BA | $1,288 |
| Sand Ridge | Azalea | 2BR,1BA | $1,291 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Park, NC
As of March 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset Park area is the $1.44 price per square foot C1S - Sunroom Renovated Model at Bellingham Park in the in the Shipyard Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,894. The second greatest value Sunset Park apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Chateau Terrace starting at $1,330 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Carolina Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Bellingham Park | C1S - Sunroom Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Chateau Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Sand Ridge | Magnolia | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Osprey Landing | Cove (1 bath) | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Shipyard at Wilmington | The Tide | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| New Hanover Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom - Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Starway Village | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Cypress Grove Apartments | One Bed x One Bath Garden Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Glenmeade Village | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| The Creek | AZALEA | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSunset Park, Wilmington, NC
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Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Wilmington. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Park Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunset Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunset Park Apartment is $995 at The Pearl & The Jewel.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sunset Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sunset Park is starting from $1,200 at The Pines of Wilmington Apartments.
What is the most affordable Sunset Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sunset Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Pines of Wilmington Apartments and starts from $1,350.
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