3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, NC (155 Rentals)

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Wilmington, NC Local Guide

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Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 30, 2025

There are currently 509 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Wilmington, NC that range in price from $709 to $5,746. Bayshore, Kirkland and Murraysville are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Wilmington with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Bayshore44$2,510$1,519
Kirkland42$2,510$1,446
Murraysville35$1,975$1,446
Lincoln Forest29$1,576$709
UNC Wilmington29$1,570$709
Northchase27$1,975$1,446
Silver Lake24$2,080$1,571
Myrtle Grove23$2,287$1,571
Cape Fear Country Club21$1,576$1,240
Echo Farms21$1,959$1,395

Largest Available Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Wilmington, NC is found at Townes at Blake Farm in the Kirkland neighborhood and is 2,099 square feet priced from $3,254. Banyan Silo Ridge has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,850 square feet and currently listed start at $3,000. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Wilmington:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Townes at Blake FarmC4E2,099 Sq Ft$3,254
Banyan Silo RidgeLakeside1,850 Sq Ft$3,000
The Pinnacle TownhomesDogwood1,809 Sq Ft$2,208
Overlook at Jackeys CreekThe Sullivan1,802 Sq Ft$2,199
Barclay Place ApartmentsMagnolia1,695 Sq Ft$2,745
Pier 33 ApartmentsPier Mezzanine1,642 Sq Ft$5,400
Seaboard at Sidbury StationARIA1,618 Sq Ft$2,465
The Nixon ApartmentsC21,617 Sq Ft$2,250
EXCHANGE AT WESTGATEC11,569 Sq Ft$2,244
The CordeliaThe Alina1,568 Sq Ft$2,373

Cheapest Available Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 30, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Wilmington, NC is the 3x3 Deluxe Model starting from $729 at Seahawk Cove in the College Acres neighborhood. The second most affordable Wilmington 3 Bedroom is the 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at The Life at Lakeside Villas starting at $1,307 in the South Side neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Wilmington is currently $2,165. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Wilmington:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Seahawk Cove3x3 Deluxe$729
The Life at Lakeside Villas3 Bed 1 Bath$1,307
Brunswick Point ApartmentsCalabash$1,415
Briarcliff VillasCreswell$1,446
Canterbury Woods3 Bedroom Garden$1,450
The Reserve at Forest HillsForest Hills - Chardonnay$1,472
Cape HarborAtlantic$1,519
The Preserve at Pine Valley32Z$1,540
Harper LandingRetreat Classic$1,542

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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 3 Bedroom Wilmington Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Wilmington with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Wilmington is at Seahawk Cove listed at $729.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Wilmington Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Wilmington is $2,165.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Wilmington Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Wilmington is a 2,099 square feet unit starting from $3,254 at Townes at Blake Farm.

What is the average size for Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Wilmington is currently 1,219 sq ft.

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