
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Wilson Neighborhood of Wilson, NC from $400 (31 Rentals)
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2206 Candlewood Dr SW

1603 Washington St E

712 Viola St E

729 Lincoln St S

203 Bragg St NE

1715 Snowden Dr SE
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1603 Snowden Dr SE

1603 Tilghman Rd N

511 Albert Ave NW, Unit PP A

College Court

406 Rogers Ave N, Unit B

200 Walnut St W

Total Monthly Price
2139 Barefoot Park Ln SW, Unit Three Bedroom
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1105 Sauls St SW

1704 Snowden Dr SE

104 Parkview St W

Somerset Court Apartments

Glendale Woods

1504 Coleman St SE

Pender Crossing
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615 Lincoln St S

6301 Ward Blvd

805 Rountree Ave SE

803 Rountree Ave SE

607 Fairfax Ave NE

Abbington Crossing
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1111 Crawford St S

407 Lane St SE

1706 Carolina St E
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 | $1,384 | $1,242 | $1,506 |
| Downtown Wilson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,359 | $625 | $1,735 |
| Downtown Wilson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,472 | $795 | $2,276 |
| Downtown Wilson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,259 | $995 | $1,450 |
| Downtown Wilson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,473 | $1,399 | $1,595 |
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There are currently 31 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 Pender Crossing priced from $620. College Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Downtown Wilson apartments for rent in Wilson, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pender Crossing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $620 |
| College Court | 1 Bedroom - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Villages at Heritage Place Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Briarcliff Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Bluebird | ADA 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Nash Street Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,230 |
| Centro at Pine Nash | S4 WF100 | Studio,1BA | $1,343 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wilson, NC
As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Wilson area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2139 Barefoot Park Ln SW Model at 2139 Barefoot Park Ln SW, Unit Three Bedroom in the in the Westwood Village neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Downtown Wilson apartment is the 2x1 Model at Briarcliff Apartments starting at $1,075 with a $1.17 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2139 Barefoot Park Ln SW, Unit Three Bedroom | 2139 Barefoot Park Ln SW | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Briarcliff Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Pender Crossing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.68 |
| The Bluebird | ADA 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| College Court | 1 Bedroom - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Nash Street Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Villages at Heritage Place Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Centro at Pine Nash | S4 | Studio ,1BA | $2.79 |
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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 $1,260.
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 $620 at Pender Crossing.
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