
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Wilmington Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $1,100 (14 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Wilmington area of Wilmington.


1203 S 8th St

823 S 6th St

119 S 12th St

2302 Wrightsville Ave

2302 Wrightsville Ave, Unit 203

807 S 14th St

103 N 8th St

518 N 2nd St

417 S 17th St

621 N 11th St

206 S 20th St

301 S 13th St

2019 Barnett Ave
Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Wilmington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Wilmington 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,960 | $1,375 | $3,750 |
Downtown Wilmington 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,870 | $1,295 | $2,695 |
Downtown Wilmington 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,348 | $2,195 | $2,400 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Wilmington Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC.
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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 |
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Riverview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
The Life at Lakeside Villas | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $943 |
The Creek | AZALEA | 1BR,1BA | $1,029 |
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 April 12, 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 1918 Pender Ave Model at 1918 Pender Ave, Unit A starting at $1,695 with a $1.70 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. |
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City Block | Milan | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
1918 Pender Ave, Unit A | 1918 Pender Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
The Helmsman | A1F | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
The Creek | JASMINE | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
17 Market St, Unit 17-D Market Street | 17 Market St | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
17 Social | A1E | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Osprey Landing | Tide | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Chateau Terrace | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
Harrington Square | The Southport | Studio ,1BA | $1.77 |
The Life at Lakeside Villas | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Wilmington
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Wilmington?
There are currently 110 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wilmington, NC with pricing that ranges from $899 to $8,235. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Wilmington ranging from $1,100 to $3,750.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Wilmington?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Wilmington ranges from $1,100 to $3,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,973.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Wilmington?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Wilmington range from $949 to $8,076, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,295 to $2,695. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,195 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,850.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.