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Riverview Apartments
211 Red Cross StWilmington, NC 28401
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The Creek
2247 Wrightsville AveWilmington, NC 28403
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The Life at Lakeside Villas
1519 Lake Branch DrWilmington, NC 28401
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The Pearl & The Jewel
411 Wooster StWilmington, NC 28401
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The Terrace Apartments
214 Red Cross StWilmington, NC 28401
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Chateau Terrace
1201 Columbus CirWilmington, NC 28403
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Mid Castle
1102 Castle StWilmington, NC 28401
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17 Social
1625 S 17th StWilmington, NC 28401
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505 Alpine DrWilmington, NC 28403
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Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, NC Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Wilmington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Wilmington Studio Apartments | $1,483 | $899 | $2,988 |
| Downtown Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $943 | $4,491 |
| Downtown Wilmington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,171 | $1,134 | $5,629 |
| Downtown Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,861 | $1,249 | $7,389 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Wilmington Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Wilmington area of Wilmington, NC is a Studio unit found at The Creek priced from $899. Riverview Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Downtown Wilmington apartments for rent in Wilmington, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Creek | IVY | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Riverview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Life at Lakeside Villas | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $943 |
| The Pearl & The Jewel | RUBY | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| The Terrace Apartments | 214 Red Cross | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wilmington, NC
As of February 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Wilmington area is the $1.76 price per square foot Milan Model at City Block in the in the South Side neighborhood starting from $1,945. The second greatest value Downtown Wilmington apartment is the 9 Model at Overlook at RiverPlace starting at $1,856 with a $1.99 price per square foot in the Carolina Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Wilmington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Block | Milan | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Overlook at RiverPlace | 9 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 615 Red Cross St, Unit B | 615 Red Cross St | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Forest Hills | DOGWOOD | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.58 |
| Chateau Terrace | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 414 Queen St, Unit A | 414 Queen St | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| The Life at Lakeside Villas | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| The Terrace Apartments | 214 Red Cross | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| The Creek | IVY | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| Riverview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Getting Around the Downtown Wilmington Neighborhood in Wilmington, NC
Walk Score®
85 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
86 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Wilmington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Wilmington?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Wilmington is at The Creek listed at $899.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Wilmington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Wilmington Apartment is $899 at Riverview Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Wilmington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Wilmington is starting from $1,099 at Riverview Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Wilmington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Wilmington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Creek and starts from $1,249.
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