
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Park Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $700 (31 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Sunset Park area of Wilmington.


Starway Village

The Creek

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Glenmeade Village

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Chateau Terrace

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Canterbury Woods

New Hanover Village Apartments

Sand Ridge

Mid Castle

Furnished Studio-Wilmington - West
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Element Barclay

South Front

Mosby Barclay West

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Element Barclay Station

2732 S 17th St, Unit D

Wellington Place Apartments
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Harbour Ridge

Bellingham Park

1101 S 8th 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 | $1,263 | $1,000 | $1,475 |
| Sunset Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,560 | $995 | $3,387 |
| Sunset Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,729 | $1,200 | $3,827 |
| Sunset Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,082 | $1,350 | $3,357 |
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There are currently 31 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 Starway Village priced from $1,047. Shipyard at Wilmington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,196. Here are the most affordable Sunset Park apartments for rent in Wilmington, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starway Village | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,047 |
| Shipyard at Wilmington | The Tide | 1BR,1BA | $1,196 |
| The Pines of Wilmington Apartments | Two Bedroom - Upgraded | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Osprey Landing | Cove (1.5 bath) | 2BR,1BA | $1,268 |
| Glenmeade Village | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $1,294 |
| Chateau Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,296 |
| New Hanover Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom - Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Canterbury Woods | 2 Bedroom Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1,300 |
| Sand Ridge | Azalea | 2BR,1BA | $1,308 |
| Mid Castle | Royal- A | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Park, NC
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset Park area is the $1.31 price per square foot C1S - Sunroom Model at Bellingham Park in the in the Shipyard Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,719. The second greatest value Sunset Park apartment is the 3 Bedroom Garden Model at Canterbury Woods starting at $1,585 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Shipyard Plaza 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 | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Canterbury Woods | 3 Bedroom Garden | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Chateau Terrace | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
| Cypress Grove Apartments | Two Bed x One and a Half Bath Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.48 |
| Osprey Landing | Cove (1 bath) Washer/Dryer Hook up | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Shipyard at Wilmington | The Tide | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| New Hanover Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom - Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Sand Ridge | Azalea | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
| The Pines of Wilmington Apartments | Two Bedroom - Luxury | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Starway Village | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
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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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3.5Pet Friendly
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
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sunset Park?
The cheapest apartment in Sunset Park is Starway Village which is listed at $1,047, while the average apartment in Sunset Park costs $2,027.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sunset Park?
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 24 regular apartments in Sunset Park 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 Sunset Park?
Cheap apartments in Sunset Park have an average cost of $288 which is $1,739 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sunset Park.
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