
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Wilson Neighborhood of Wilson, NC from $400 (9 Rentals)
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209 Warren St W

1603 Tilghman Rd N
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411 Hadley St SE

409 Hadley St SE
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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 |
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Downtown Wilson Studio Apartments | $1,275 | $1,275 | $1,275 |
Downtown Wilson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,238 | $800 | $1,595 |
Downtown Wilson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,351 | $925 | $1,995 |
Downtown Wilson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,317 | $950 | $1,695 |
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There are currently 9 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 2 Beds unit found at Briarcliff Apartments priced from $950. College Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Downtown Wilson apartments for rent in Wilson, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Briarcliff Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
College Court | 2 Bedroom - Premium | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
The Lofts at Whirligig Station | The Duckie | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wilson, NC
As of October 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Wilson area is the $1.59 price per square foot 132 Goldsboro St SW Model at 132 Goldsboro St SW, Unit C in the in the Westwood Village neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Downtown Wilson apartment is the 3 Bedroom - Classic Model at College Court starting at $1,195 with a $1.23 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. |
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132 Goldsboro St SW, Unit C | 132 Goldsboro St SW | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
College Court | 3 Bedroom - Classic | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Briarcliff Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
The Bluebird | C | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Centro at Pine Nash | A4_2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
Villages at Heritage Place Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
The Lofts at Whirligig Station | Acid Park | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Wilson, Wilson, NC
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Getting Around the Downtown Wilson Neighborhood in Wilson, NC
Walk Score®
65 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Wilson Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Wilson?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Wilson is The Lofts at Whirligig Station which is listed at $1,099, while the average apartment in Downtown Wilson costs $1,335.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Wilson?
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 1 regular apartments in Downtown Wilson 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 Downtown Wilson?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Wilson have an average cost of $252 which is $1,083 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Wilson.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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