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Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 26, 2025

There are currently 2225 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Wilmington, NC that range in price from $943 to $5,604. UNC Wilmington, Murraysville and College Acres are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Wilmington with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
UNC Wilmington162$1,199$950
Murraysville161$1,533$1,059
College Acres145$1,199$950
Lincoln Forest144$1,200$943
Bayshore142$1,548$1,201
Kings Grant136$1,523$950
Covil Estates103$1,548$1,220
Pine Valley West101$1,433$999
Ogden99$1,533$1,201
Mayfaire94$1,533$954

Largest Available Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Wilmington, NC is found at Argento at Riverlights Apartments in the Silver Lake neighborhood and is 1,040 square feet priced from $1,699. The Townhomes at Beau Rivage in the River Pointe Masonboro Commons neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 996 square feet and currently listed start at $1,412. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Wilmington:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Argento at Riverlights ApartmentsA41,040 Sq Ft$1,699
The Townhomes at Beau RivageAvocet w/ Bonus Room996 Sq Ft$1,412
Pier 33 ApartmentsCape971 Sq Ft$2,069
Harrington SquareThe Sunset959 Sq Ft$1,370
The Pinnacle TownhomesAzalea956 Sq Ft$1,650
Cypress Pond @ Porters NeckAzalea with Sunroom940 Sq Ft$1,364
Element Barclay StationA6-1925 Sq Ft$1,635
Hawthorne at the PointeThe Topsail900 Sq Ft$1,482
Reserve at Blake FarmA1B888 Sq Ft$1,375
Headwaters at Autumn Hall1 Bedroom 1 Bath853 Sq Ft$1,579

Cheapest Available Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 26, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Wilmington, NC is the One Bedroom Model starting from $899 at Riverview Apartments in the Carolina Heights neighborhood. The second most affordable Wilmington 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at The Life at Lakeside Villas starting at $943 in the South Side neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Wilmington is currently $1,582. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Wilmington:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Riverview ApartmentsOne Bedroom$899
The Life at Lakeside Villas1 Bed 1 Bath$943
Lofts of WilmingtonA1C - Dogwood I Classic$950
Hawthorne at New Centre1 Bed 1 and Half Bath Classic$992
The Pearl & The JewelRUBY$995
Wilmington Commons ApartmentsA1$999
Veterans Park1 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom$999
Harbor Station Townhomes1x1 Garden Standard - Call For Availability$999
Abbotts RunTopsail-Granite$1,034
The Preserve at Pine Valley11AZ$1,045

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Wilmington Overview

A coastal post city in the great state of North Carolina, Wilmington is a progressive city known for its scenic beauty and thriving arts community. Officially designated as a 'Coast Guard City', the city is home to a number of ships and other war memorials, as well as a wide range of impressive historic homes and sprawling estates.

Why live in Wilmington, NC?

Known among film fans as 'Hollywood East', apartments for rent in Wilmington offer close proximity not only to the famous Screen Gems Studios (ground zero for hit shows such as 'Dawson's Creek' and 'One Tree Hill'), but also an impressive myriad of cultural destinations, ranging from art galleries to museums. Add to that a jaw-dropping coastal view, and you have a North Carolina city well worthy of your consideration.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Wilmington, NC

Ranked #6

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Wilmington, NC

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

17 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 1 Bedroom Wilmington Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Wilmington with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Wilmington is at Riverview Apartments listed at $899.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Wilmington Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Wilmington is $1,582.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Wilmington Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Wilmington is a 1,040 square feet unit starting from $1,699 at Argento at Riverlights Apartments.

What is the average size for Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Wilmington is currently 470 sq ft.

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