
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Wilson Neighborhood of Wilson, NC from $400 (20 Rentals)
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203 Bragg St NE

712 Viola St E

1603 Washington St E

1715 Snowden Dr SE

2206 Candlewood Dr SW
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506 Maplewood Ave NE

1603 Snowden Dr SE

210 Walnut St W

1512 Nash St N

College Court

904 Woodrow St S
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Glendale Woods

1504 Coleman St SE

Summer Place Apartments

6301 Ward Blvd

805 Rountree Ave SE
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Abbington Crossing

207 Lee St NE
Downtown Wilson, Wilson, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Wilson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Wilson Studio Apartments | $1,340 | $1,272 | $1,372 |
| Downtown Wilson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,347 | $750 | $1,781 |
| Downtown Wilson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $800 | $2,221 |
| Downtown Wilson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,348 | $1,300 | $1,450 |
| Downtown Wilson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,549 | $1,499 | $1,699 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Wilson Neighborhood of Wilson, NC.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Wilson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Wilson area of Wilson, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at College Court priced from $925. Villages at Heritage Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable Downtown Wilson apartments for rent in Wilson, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Court | 1 Bedroom - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Villages at Heritage Place Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Briarcliff Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| The Bluebird | ADA 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Centro at Pine Nash | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,297 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wilson, NC
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Wilson area is the $0.96 price per square foot 1209 Nash St N Model at 1209 Nash St N, Unit C in the in the Westwood Village neighborhood starting from $1,045. The second greatest value Downtown Wilson apartment is the 2x1 Model at Briarcliff Apartments starting at $1,195 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Westwood Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Wilson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1209 Nash St N, Unit C | 1209 Nash St N | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Briarcliff Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| The Bluebird | ADA 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| College Court | 1 Bedroom - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Villages at Heritage Place Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Centro at Pine Nash | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $2.39 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Wilson, Wilson, NC
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Wilson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Wilson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Wilson is at Centro at Pine Nash listed at $1,297.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Wilson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Wilson Apartment is $925 at College Court.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Wilson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Wilson is starting from $985 at College Court.
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