Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, NC from $400(71 Rentals)

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Vineyard Pointe
from $6141 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vineyard Pointe

4917 Vineyard LnWilmington, NC 28403
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The Glen Apartments
from $6251 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Glen Apartments

4641 Fillmore DrWilmington, NC 28403
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Campus Edge Condominiums
from $645Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Campus Edge Condominiums

450 Racine DrWilmington, NC 28403
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Quail Forest Apartments
from $6851 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Quail Forest Apartments

608 Montclair DrWilmington, NC 28403
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Wilmington, NC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wilmington, NC

Pricing Updated: 12/26/2024

Current apartment rentals in the Wilmington, NC area range in price from $614 to $10,694 with an overall median price of $2,110. The three Wilmington neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Creekwood at $614, Sunset Park at $775, and Cape Fear Country Club at $775. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Wilmington Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Creekwood$1,555$614276
Sunset Park$1,600$775126
Cape Fear Country Club$1,602$775187
Lincoln Forest$1,607$625399
Ogden$1,699$1,030176
Mayfaire$1,720$1,040144
Murraysville$1,736$1,007263
Covil Estates$1,739$1,079172
Landfall$1,767$1,079148
Shipyard Plaza$1,784$775242

Cheapest Available Wilmington Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Wilmington, NC is a 3 Beds unit found at Elevation Student Living in the Lincoln Forest neighborhood priced from $810. VIVO Living Wilmington in the College Acres neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $817. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wilmington apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elevation Student LivingCordova (Enclave)3BR,2BA$810
VIVO Living WilmingtonThe Top SailStudio,1BA$817
Riverview ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$899
Villas at Echo EastA21BR,1BA$910
The Life at Lakeside Villas1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$943
Egret PointeThe Pinelandcress2BR,2BA$975
River City Studio HomesS3Studio,1BA$975
Lofts of WilmingtonA1P - Dogwood I Previously Reno1BR,1BA$981
Harbor Station Townhomes1x1 Garden Standard - Call For Availability1BR,1BA$995
34 North ApartmentsCLASSIC STUDIOStudio,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, NC

As of December 26, 2024 the best value apartment in the Wilmington area is the $0.55 price per square foot Derby (Elevation II) Model at Elevation South in the in the Lincoln Forest neighborhood starting from $855. The second greatest value Wilmington apartment is the Magnolia Model at Glenmeade Village starting at $1,605 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Shipyard Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wilmington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Elevation SouthDerby (Elevation II)4BR,4BA$0.55
Glenmeade VillageMagnolia3BR,2BA$1.28
Egret PointeThe Pinelandcress2BR,2BA$0.80
Chateau Terrace3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.23
Elevation Student LivingCordova (Enclave)3BR,2BA$0.74
The Flats at LelandThe Leland2BR,2BA$1.30
Deerbrook ApartmentsRenovated Bennett2BR,2BA$1.30
Cypress Pointe Apartment HomesThe Carolina2BR,1.5BA$1.34
Brunswick Point ApartmentsBradley2BR,2BA$1.30
Villas at Echo EastA11BR,1BA$1.27

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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.

Wilmington, NC
Population: 122,607

Ranked #227

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Wilmington, NC

Ranked #10

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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 Cheap Wilmington Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wilmington?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wilmington is at VIVO Living Wilmington listed at $817.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilmington Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilmington Apartment is $899 at Riverview Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wilmington Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wilmington is starting from $975 at Egret Pointe.

What is the most affordable Wilmington Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Wilmington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Elevation Student Living and starts from $810.

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