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Riverview Apartments
211 Red Cross StWilmington, NC 28401
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Wilmington Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $700 (25 Rentals)
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1314 N 6th St
WilmingtonNC28401
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The Life at Lakeside Villas
1519 Lake Branch DrWilmington, NC 28401
306 N 11th St
WilmingtonNC28401
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The Creek
2247 Wrightsville AveWilmington, NC 28403
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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
221 Red Cross St
WilmingtonNC28401
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Chateau Terrace
1201 Columbus CirWilmington, NC 28403
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Avalon of Wilmington
327 Guinevere LnWilmington, NC 28403
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17 Market St, Unit 17-D Market Street
17 Market StWilmington, NC 28401
203 Wright St
WilmingtonNC28401
607 S 11th St
WilmingtonNC28401
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1404 Wooster St
WilmingtonNC28401
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1014 Hall St
WilmingtonNC28401
206 S 20th St
WilmingtonNC28403
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119 S 12th St
WilmingtonNC28401
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from $1,245Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Harrington Square
4276 Harrington RdLeland, NC 28451
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Westport Lofts
1001 Broadbank DrBelville, NC 28451
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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 | $1,690 | $899 | $3,424 |
| Downtown Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,758 | $943 | $4,193 |
| Downtown Wilmington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,233 | $1,134 | $8,326 |
| Downtown Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,345 | $929 | $5,400 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Riverview Apartments priced from $899. The Life at Lakeside Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $943. Here are the most affordable Downtown Wilmington apartments for rent in Wilmington, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | $995 |
| The Creek | AZALEA | 1BR,1BA | $1,029 |
| The Terrace Apartments | 214 Red Cross | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wilmington, NC
As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Wilmington area is the $1.28 price per square foot 1303 S 3rd St Model at 1303 S 3rd St, Unit A in the in the South Side neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Downtown Wilmington apartment is the C2A Model at The Helmsman starting at $2,238 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the South Side 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. |
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| 1303 S 3rd St, Unit A | 1303 S 3rd St | 3BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Helmsman | C2A | 3BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| 219 S Water St, Unit 2 | 219 S Water St | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 1918 Pender Ave, Unit A | 1918 Pender Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| 17 Market St, Unit 17-D Market Street | 17 Market St | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Forest Hills | COTTAGE | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| Osprey Landing | Tide | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Chateau Terrace | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| The Creek | AZALEA | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| The Life at Lakeside Villas | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
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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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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Wilmington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Wilmington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Wilmington is under $1,225.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Wilmington?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Wilmington is Riverview Apartments which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Downtown Wilmington costs $1,917.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Wilmington?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in Downtown Wilmington that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Wilmington?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Wilmington have an average cost of $150 which is $1,767 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Wilmington.
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