Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, NC
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Good Value1 BED$1,524+2 BEDS$1,599+3 BEDS$2,200+
The Nixon Apartments
7015 Ruth Ave, Wilmington, NC 28411 -
2 Months Free1 BED$1,345+2 BEDS$1,597+3 BEDS$1,810+
Ascend Brunswick Village
3100 Ascend Loop, Leland, NC 28451 -
2 Months Free|1 BED$1,350+2 BEDS$1,600+3 BEDS$1,900+
Evolve Waterford
214 Kingsmeadow Cir, Belville, NC 28451 -
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|STUDIO$1,295+1 BED$1,255+2 BEDS$1,425+3 BEDS$1,755+
Avalon of Wilmington
327 Guinevere Ln, Wilmington, NC 28403 -
Good Value|1 BED$1,509+2 BEDS$1,930+3 BEDS$2,426+
Oasis at Riverlights
4027 Watercraft Ferry Ave, Wilmington, NC 28412 -
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|1 BED$1,125+2 BEDS$1,300+
The Pines of Wilmington Apartments
1002 Mayflower Dr, Wilmington, NC 28412 -
Rent Special|1 BED$1,563+2 BEDS$1,819+3 BEDS$2,076+4 BEDS$3,479+
Beaumont Oaks at Porters Neck Apartments &...
115 Beaumont Oaks Dr, Wilmington, NC 28411 -
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Price Drop. $261 Off|1 BED$1,442+2 BEDS$1,638+
Oak Grove at Blake Farm
49 North Assembly Dr, Wilmington, NC 28411 -
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Rent Special|1 BED$1,300+2 BEDS$1,675+3 BEDS$1,800+
Sidbury Crossing
4605 Sidbury Crossing Dr, Castle Hayne, NC 28429 -
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2 Months Free|1 BED$1,380+2 BEDS$1,575+3 BEDS$2,130+
Westport Lofts
1001 Broadbank Dr, Belville, NC 28451 -
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|1 BED$1,885+2 BEDS$2,260+
Inspire Brunswick Forest - 55+ Active Adul...
6146 Liberty Hall Dr, Leland, NC 28451 -
Rent Special3 BEDS$2,208+4 BEDS$2,511+5 BEDS$3,059+
Seaboard at Sidbury Station
6105 Dichondra Dr, Castle Hayne, NC 28429 -
Good ValueSTUDIO$1,480+1 BED$1,575+2 BEDS$2,000+
Pier 33 Apartments
901 Nutt St, Wilmington, NC 28401 -
Price Drop. $210 Off|1 BED$1,356+2 BEDS$1,584+3 BEDS$1,861+
Amberleigh South
550 Avery Dr, Wilmington, NC 28411 -
Rent Special|1 BED$1,440+2 BEDS$1,665+3 BEDS$2,070+
Comet Scotts Hill
9102 Redfish Run, Wilmington, NC 28411 -
1 Month Free1 BED$1,425+2 BEDS$2,100+3 BEDS$2,699+
Hamlet Barclay West - Homes & Townhomes fo...
3009 Newkirk Ave, Wilmington, NC 28412 -
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Good Value|1 BED$1,202+2 BEDS$1,274+3 BEDS$1,630+
The Keys at 17th Street
4129 Hearthside Dr, Wilmington, NC 28412 -
Rent Special|1 BED$1,093+2 BEDS$1,286+3 BEDS$1,425+
Abbotts Run
511 Cobblestone Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405 -
|1 BED$1,633+2 BEDS$1,925+3 BEDS$2,855+
The Reserve at Mayfaire
1411 Parkview Cir, Wilmington, NC 28405 -
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|1 BED$1,091+2 BEDS$1,331+3 BEDS$1,736+
Cape Harbor
7113 Cape Harbor Dr, Wilmington, NC 28411 -
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Exceptional Value|1 BED$1,256+2 BEDS$1,353+3 BEDS$1,699+
Bellingham Park
1522 Cadfel Ct, Wilmington, NC 28412 -
Rent Special|1 BED$1,545+2 BEDS$1,945+3 BEDS$2,399+
The Range On Oleander
445 51st St, Wilmington, NC 28409 -
Rent Special|STUDIO$1,327+1 BED$1,560+2 BEDS$1,895+
Metropolitan at the Riverwalk
19 Harnett St, Wilmington, NC 28401 -
Rent Special1 BED$1,405+2 BEDS$1,340+3 BEDS$1,975+
Cypress Pond @ Porters Neck
211 Cypress Pond Way, Wilmington, NC 28411 -
Good Value|1 BED$1,237+2 BEDS$1,455+3 BEDS$1,725+
Still Meadow Village
4632 Still Meadow Dr, Wilmington, NC 28412 -
Price Drop. $308 Off|STUDIO$1,500+1 BED$1,499+2 BEDS$1,799+3 BEDS$2,303+
The Helmsman
3520 Park Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403 -
|STUDIO$1,508+1 BED$1,690+2 BEDS$2,007+
Mayfaire Flats
1813 Sir Tyler Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405 -
Good Value|1 BED$1,399+2 BEDS$1,999+3 BEDS$2,599+
The Cottages at Riverlights
406 Ledbury Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412 -
Price Drop. $200 Off|1 BED$999+2 BEDS$1,053+3 BEDS$1,363+
Crosswinds Apartments
1108 St Andrews Dr, Wilmington, NC 28412
Living & Renting in Wilmington
Wilmington at a Glance
Wilmington, NC Apartments for Rent
Located where the Cape Fear River meets the Atlantic Ocean, Wilmington, NC combines historic architecture with coastal living. Those looking for apartments for rent in Wilmington will discover a walkable downtown anchored by a 1.75-mile riverwalk and a historic district spanning nearly 300 blocks. The beaches of Wrightsville and Carolina Beach are just minutes away. A one-bedroom apartment in Wilmington averages $1,331, below the North Carolina state average.
The mild climate makes it easy to enjoy outdoor spaces like Greenfield Lake Park, where Spanish moss-draped cypress trees line walking trails and paddle boats dot the water. Downtown's Thalian Hall, a restored 1858 opera house, hosts performances throughout the year. The University of North Carolina Wilmington and Cape Fear Community College campuses contribute to the city's educational landscape. With Independence Mall for shopping, locally-owned restaurants downtown, and average commute times under 25 minutes, Wilmington combines coastal living with city convenience.
Why Wilmington?
- Easy access to several beautiful beaches
- Wilmington is home to Cape Fear Museum, the World War II memorial battleship USS North Carolina, and several other landmarks and museums
- The University of North Carolina Wilmington is located in the city
- The city has a great dining scene with some of the best seafood in the state
Renting in Wilmington
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 537 Sq Ft $1,217 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 728 Sq Ft $1,343 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 1,068 Sq Ft $1,632 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,333 Sq Ft $1,963 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 1,770 Sq Ft $2,777 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Wilmington
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- First Hills 849 Sq Ft $1,242/mo
- Mercer Place West 849 Sq Ft $1,242/mo
- Marsh Oaks 787 Sq Ft $1,277/mo
- Marymount Townhomes at Marsh Oaks 787 Sq Ft $1,277/mo
- Bellingham Park Condominiums 790 Sq Ft $1,322/mo
- Gordon Woods 600 Sq Ft $1,327/mo
- Sun Coast Villas 600 Sq Ft $1,327/mo
- Saratoga Place 600 Sq Ft $1,327/mo
- Bayshore Estates 773 Sq Ft $1,398/mo
- Brickstone Estates 773 Sq Ft $1,398/mo
Average Rent in Nearby Cities
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Cities Average Rent
- Wilmington $1,654/mo
- Wrightsville Beach $1,898/mo
- Leland $1,488/mo
- Carolina Beach $1,733/mo
- Kure Beach $1,950/mo
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Frequently asked questions about renting in Wilmington, NC
What are the average rent costs in Wilmington, NC?
The average rent in Wilmington, NC is $1,343.
What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Wilmington, NC?
The average rent for a studio apartment in Wilmington, NC is $1,217.
What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Wilmington, NC?
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Wilmington, NC is $1,343.
What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Wilmington, NC?
The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Wilmington, NC is $1,632.
What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Wilmington, NC?
The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Wilmington, NC is $1,963.
What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Wilmington, NC?
The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Wilmington, NC is $2,777.
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