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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the UNC Wilmington Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $600 (15 Rentals)
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VIVO Living Wilmington
4903 Market StWilmington, NC 28405
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34 North Apartments
603 Plum Nearly LnWilmington, NC 28403
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Hawthorne Commons
818 Strickland PlWilmington, NC 28403
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River City Studio Homes
5040 Market StWilmington, NC 28405
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Lofts of Wilmington
5208 Ringo DrWilmington, NC 28405
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Wilmington Commons Apartments
455 Racine DrWilmington, NC 28403
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Hawthorne at New Centre
137 Dapple CtWilmington, NC 28403
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Harbor Station Townhomes
4901 Randall PkyWilmington, NC 28403
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UNC Wilmington, Wilmington, NC Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in UNC Wilmington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNC Wilmington Studio Apartments | $1,165 | $899 | $2,321 |
| UNC Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,418 | $675 | $7,363 |
| UNC Wilmington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,876 | $890 | $5,157 |
| UNC Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,894 | $709 | $5,673 |
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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 $899. Here are the most affordable UNC Wilmington apartments for rent in Wilmington, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seahawk Cove | 3x3 Deluxe | 3BR,3BA | $729 |
| VIVO Living Wilmington | The Top Sail | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| 34 North Apartments | CLASSIC STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| River City Studio Homes | S3 | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Lofts of Wilmington | A1P - Dogwood I Previously Reno | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in UNC Wilmington, NC
As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the UNC Wilmington area is the $0.55 price per square foot Wrightsville Model at Platos Lofts at Randall in the in the College Acres neighborhood starting from $770. The second greatest value UNC Wilmington apartment is the Retreat Classic Model at Harper Landing starting at $1,542 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the South Side 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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| Platos Lofts at Randall | Wrightsville | 4BR,4BA | $0.55 |
| Harper Landing | Retreat Classic | 3BR,3BA | $1.29 |
| 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 |
| Lighthouse | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Hanover Landing Apartments | 2 BD Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| The Reserve at Forest Hills | Forest Hills - Chianti Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Cypress Pointe Apartment Homes | The Kure | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Birchwood Park | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across North Carolina, including Wilmington. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap UNC Wilmington Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in UNC Wilmington?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in UNC Wilmington is under $1,033.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in UNC Wilmington?
The cheapest apartment in UNC Wilmington is Lofts of Wilmington which is listed at $990, while the average apartment in UNC Wilmington costs $1,645.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in UNC 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 341 regular apartments in UNC 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 UNC Wilmington?
Cheap apartments in UNC Wilmington have an average cost of $417 which is $1,228 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in UNC Wilmington.
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