
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the UNC Wilmington Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $600 (15 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in UNC Wilmington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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UNC Wilmington Studio Apartments | $1,139 | $849 | $2,879 |
UNC Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,517 | $675 | $5,604 |
UNC Wilmington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,995 | $915 | $4,973 |
UNC Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,915 | $709 | $5,529 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the UNC Wilmington Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC.
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Cheapest Available UNC Wilmington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the UNC Wilmington area of Wilmington, NC is a 3 Beds unit found at Seahawk Cove priced from $729. VIVO Living Wilmington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $849. Here are the most affordable UNC Wilmington apartments for rent in Wilmington, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Seahawk Cove | 3x3 Deluxe | 3BR,3BA | $729 |
VIVO Living Wilmington | The Sea Haven | Studio,1BA | $849 |
34 North Apartments | CLASSIC STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $899 |
River City Studio Homes | S3 | Studio,1BA | $975 |
Hawthorne at New Centre | 1 Bed 1 and Half Bath Classic | 1BR,1BA | $982 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in UNC Wilmington, NC
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the UNC Wilmington area is the $1.40 price per square foot The Oceanic 2 Bedroom 2 Bath with Den Renovated Model at The Reserve at Mayfaire in the in the Ogden neighborhood starting from $2,056. The second greatest value UNC Wilmington apartment is the Wrightsville Model at Platos Lofts at Randall starting at $770 with a $0.55 price per square foot in the College Acres neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for UNC Wilmington apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Reserve at Mayfaire | The Oceanic 2 Bedroom 2 Bath with Den Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
Platos Lofts at Randall | Wrightsville | 4BR,4BA | $0.55 |
Hawthorne at Oleander | The Riverwalk | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
The Reserve at Forest Hills | Forest Hills - Chablis Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
The Willow | The Pritchell | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
Seahawk Cove | 3x3 Deluxe | 3BR,3BA | $0.66 |
Bonnet Ct | 2 Bedoom 2 Bathoom | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
The Coastal | The Haven Classic | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
Aspire 349 | 2 Bed 2 Bath - Furnished | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
The Nest at 4955 | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
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Getting Around the UNC Wilmington Neighborhood in Wilmington, NC
Walk Score®
50 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
81 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
24 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap UNC Wilmington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in UNC Wilmington?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in UNC Wilmington is at VIVO Living Wilmington listed at $849.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom UNC Wilmington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom UNC Wilmington Apartment is $982 at Hawthorne at New Centre.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom UNC Wilmington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in UNC Wilmington is starting from $1,181 at Hanover Landing Apartments.
What is the most affordable UNC Wilmington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap UNC Wilmington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Seahawk Cove and starts from $729.
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