Cheap Apartments for Rent in the UNC Wilmington Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $600 (15 Rentals)

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WilmingtonNC28405

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Vineyard Pointe
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vineyard Pointe

4917 Vineyard LnWilmington, NC 28403
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Quail Forest Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Quail Forest Apartments

608 Montclair DrWilmington, NC 28403
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UNC Wilmington, Wilmington, NC Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Seahawk Cove3x3 Deluxe3BR,3BA$729
VIVO Living WilmingtonThe Sea HavenStudio,1BA$849
34 North ApartmentsCLASSIC STUDIOStudio,1BA$899
River City Studio HomesS3Studio,1BA$975
Hawthorne at New Centre1 Bed 1 and Half Bath Classic1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Reserve at MayfaireThe Oceanic 2 Bedroom 2 Bath with Den Renovated2BR,2BA$1.40
Platos Lofts at RandallWrightsville4BR,4BA$0.55
Hawthorne at OleanderThe Riverwalk2BR,2BA$1.40
The Reserve at Forest HillsForest Hills - Chablis Deluxe2BR,2BA$1.44
The WillowThe Pritchell2BR,2BA$1.27
Seahawk Cove3x3 Deluxe3BR,3BA$0.66
Bonnet Ct2 Bedoom 2 Bathoom2BR,2BA$1.25
The CoastalThe Haven Classic2BR,2BA$1.30
Aspire 3492 Bed 2 Bath - Furnished2BR,2BA$0.84
The Nest at 49552x22BR,2BA$1.13

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Unc Wilmington, Wilmington, NC

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

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

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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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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