Apartments For Rent By Owner in Wilmington, NC

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1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,875

4220 Wilshire Blvd Unit 102

4220 Wilshire Blvd, Wilmington, NC 28403

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3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,825

1906 Wolcott Ave

1906 Wolcott Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,875

4507 Holly Tree Rd

4507 Holly Tree Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412

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3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,500

914 Bonham Ave

914 Bonham Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403

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1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,230

6602 Gordon Rd Unit 6602-D

6602 Gordon Rd, Wilmington, NC 28411

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,000

410 Nun St Unit Upstairs

410 Nun St, Wilmington, NC 28401

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3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,200

7217 Quail Woods Rd

7217 Quail Woods Rd, Wilmington, NC 28411

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3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,600

2204 Loblolly Ct

2204 Loblolly Ct, Wilmington, NC 28411

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,900+

3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,700+

4119 Peachtree Ave

4119 Peachtree Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403

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2 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$2,700

2029 Eastwood Rd

2029 Eastwood Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403

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3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$2,100

4905 Pompano Ct

4905 Pompano Ct, Wilmington, NC 28403

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2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$1,750

321 Lennon Dr Unit 321 Lennon drive

321 Lennon Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405

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3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$2,300

130 Kenwood Ave

130 Kenwood Ave, Wilmington, NC 28405

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3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,599

716 Latimer Dr Unit 716 Latimer Drive

716 Latimer Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,800

307 Halyard Ct

307 Halyard Ct, Wilmington, NC 28405

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3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,900

2127 Winter Moss Ln

2127 Winter Moss Ln, Wilmington, NC 28411

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,450

2813 Bloomfield Ln Unit 206

2813 Bloomfield Ln, Wilmington, NC 28412

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3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,350

4003 Park Ave

4003 Park Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403

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3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,150

624 Varsity Dr

624 Varsity Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403

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1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,275

1704 Church St Unit 303

1704 Church St, Wilmington, NC 28403

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3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$2,400

233 Wood Dale Dr

233 Wood Dale Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403

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2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,950

420 Cobblestone Dr

420 Cobblestone Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405

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3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$2,400

129 Myrtle Ave

129 Myrtle Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403

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3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$1,650

1731 41st St Unit C

1731 41st St, Wilmington, NC 28403
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,195

7105 Centallion Ct

7105 Centallion Ct, Wilmington, NC 28411
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,150

308 Kenwood Ave Unit A

308 Kenwood Ave, Wilmington, NC 28405
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,295

3631 Saint Johns Ct Unit A

3631 Saint Johns Ct, Wilmington, NC 28403
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,900

2110 Barnett Ave

2110 Barnett Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,050

17 Market St Unit 17-B Market Street

17 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28401
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,600

705 N 5th Ave

705 N 5th Ave, Wilmington, NC 28401
3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$2,195

4602 Norwich Rd

4602 Norwich Rd, Wilmington, NC 28405
1 BED, 1 BATH

$1,100

417 N 5th Ave Unit 417 N 5th Ave #1

417 N 5th Ave, Wilmington, NC 28401
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,725

4601 Trafalgar Rd

4601 Trafalgar Rd, Wilmington, NC 28405
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,195

4415 Bridgeport Dr

4415 Bridgeport Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405
3 BEDS, 1 BATH

$1,995

209 S 2nd St

209 S 2nd St, Wilmington, NC 28401
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,095

510 Thomas Ave

510 Thomas Ave, Wilmington, NC 28405
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,750

708 Tabor Ln

708 Tabor Ln, Wilmington, NC 28405
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,295

4535 Holly Tree Rd

4535 Holly Tree Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,325

4487 Holly Tree Rd

4487 Holly Tree Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412
STUDIO, 1 BATH

$1,295

393 Whisper Park Dr Unit Above Garage Apt.

393 Whisper Park Dr, Wilmington, NC 28411
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$2,395

832 Delta Ct

832 Delta Ct, Wilmington, NC 28401
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$1,995

6923 Alamosa Dr

6923 Alamosa Dr, Wilmington, NC 28411

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Living & Renting in Wilmington

Wilmington at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,326

(All bedrooms and property types)

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Average Rent in Wilmington

School Rating

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Schools in Wilmington

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Transportation in Wilmington

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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 536 Sq Ft $1,188 / mo
1 Bedroom 728 Sq Ft $1,326 / mo
2 Bedrooms 1,068 Sq Ft $1,603 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,333 Sq Ft $1,946 / mo
4 Bedrooms 1,770 Sq Ft $2,791 / mo

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Wilmington

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Lakeview 567 Sq Ft $1,105/mo
Harbor Sqare 679 Sq Ft $1,186/mo
First Hills 737 Sq Ft $1,201/mo
Mercer Place West 737 Sq Ft $1,201/mo
Pine Valley East 649 Sq Ft $1,267/mo
Holy Fountain Society 728 Sq Ft $1,280/mo
Kirkland 796 Sq Ft $1,302/mo
Echo East 693 Sq Ft $1,310/mo
Ashley Park at Georgetown 693 Sq Ft $1,310/mo
Saint Andrews Reserve 693 Sq Ft $1,310/mo

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Average Rent in Nearby Cities

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Cities Average Rent
Wilmington $1,516/mo
Wrightsville Beach $2,163/mo
Leland $1,409/mo
Carolina Beach $1,750/mo
Kure Beach $1,950/mo

Getting Around Wilmington

Transportation

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore^® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore^® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore^® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Education

College/University High School Middle School Elementary School

UNC Wilmington

Public University

Cape Fear C.C., Downtown Downtown Campus

Public University

Cape Fear C.C., North Campus North Campus

GreatSchools Rating

John T Hoggard High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,226 Students

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Isaac M Bear High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

226 Students

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Eugene Ashley High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,975 Students

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Emsley A Laney High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,220 Students

GreatSchools Rating

New Hanover High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,466 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Charles P Murray Middle

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

882 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Myrtle Grove Middle

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

645 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Roland-Grise Middle

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

860 Students

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Emma B Trask Middle

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

673 Students

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M C S Noble Middle

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

652 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Edwin A Anderson Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

624 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Porters Neck Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

605 Students

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Walter L Parsley Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

575 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Heyward C Bellamy Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

556 Students

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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 $1,326.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Wilmington, NC?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Wilmington, NC is $1,188.

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 $1,326.

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 $1,603.

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 $1,946.

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 $2,791.

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Apartments For Rent By Owner in Wilmington, NC

Living & Renting in Wilmington

Wilmington at a Glance

Average Rent

School Rating

Some Transit

Somewhat Bikeable

Wilmington, NC Apartments for Rent

Why Wilmington?

Renting in Wilmington

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Wilmington

Average Rent in Nearby Cities

Getting Around Wilmington

Transportation

Somewhat Walkable

Bikeable

Minimal Transit

Education

Apartments for Rent Near Wilmington

Specialty Housing

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Wilmington Apartments for Rent in Your Budget

Frequently asked questions about renting in Wilmington, NC

What are the average rent costs in Wilmington, NC?

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Wilmington, NC?

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Wilmington, NC?

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Wilmington, NC?

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