- Downtown Wilmington Apartments
- Silver Lake Apartments
- Echo Farms Apartments
- South Side Apartments
- Riverwalk Apartments
- Cape Fear Country Club Apartments
- Shipyard Plaza Apartments
- Upper Downtown Apartments
- Kings Grant Apartments
- Carolina Heights Apartments
- College Acres Apartments
- Murraysville Apartments
- Bayshore Apartments
- Kirkland Apartments
- Castle Dock Apartments
- Myrtle Grove Apartments
- Masonboro Apartments
- Pine Valley West Apartments
- River Pointe-Masonboro Commons Apartments
- Northchase Apartments
Houses for Rent in Wilmington, NC
-
Good Value|1 BED$1,399+2 BEDS$1,999+3 BEDS$2,599+
-
Rent Special3 BEDS$2,440+4 BEDS$2,670+5 BEDS$3,220+
Seaboard at Sidbury Station
6105 Dichondra Dr, Castle Hayne, NC 28429 -
-
3 BEDS$2,086
Overlook at Jackeys Creek
5409 Crepe Myrtle Ct, Leland, NC 28451 -
2 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,900
2214 Barnett Ave
2214 Barnett Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403 -
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,513
1549 Corbett St
1549 Corbett St, Wilmington, NC 28401 -
-
-
-
-
3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS$2,320
7125 Spaniel Ct
7125 Spaniel Ct, Wilmington, NC 28411 -
-
-
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,699
7268 Bellacroft Dr
7268 Bellacroft Dr, Leland, NC 28451 -
-
-
-
-
-
-
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,849
7232 Bellacroft Dr
7232 Bellacroft Dr, Leland, NC 28451 -
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$3,000
4756 Scaup Wy
4756 Scaup Wy, Winnabow, NC 28479 -
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,146
3779 Summer Bay Trl
3779 Summer Bay Trl, Leland, NC 28451 -
3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS$2,285
1348 John Swann St
1348 John Swann St, Navassa, NC 28451 -
-
-
-
-
-
-
3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS$2,195
109 Foxwood Ln Unit Single Family Main House
109 Foxwood Ln, Wilmington, NC 28409 -
-
-
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,400
5102 Clear Run Dr
5102 Clear Run Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403 -
2 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,500
1115 S 9th St
1115 S 9th St, Wilmington, NC 28401 -
3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS$1,525
201 El Ogden Dr
201 El Ogden Dr, Wilmington, NC 28411 -
3 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,500
806 S 7th St
806 S 7th St, Wilmington, NC 28401 -
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS$2,800
2415 Circle St
2415 Circle St, Wilmington, NC 28403 -
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,850
4156 Sunglow Dr
4156 Sunglow Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405 -
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,850
4252 Sunglow Dr
4252 Sunglow Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405 -
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,850
4240 Sunglow Dr
4240 Sunglow Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405 -
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,850
4264 Sunglow Dr
4264 Sunglow Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405
Living & Renting in Wilmington
Wilmington at a Glance
Wilmington, NC Houses 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 $1,223 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 728 Sq Ft $1,349 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 1,068 Sq Ft $1,637 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,333 Sq Ft $1,970 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 1,770 Sq Ft $2,624 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Wilmington
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- First Hills 849 Sq Ft $1,203/mo
- Mercer Place West 849 Sq Ft $1,203/mo
- Marsh Oaks 799 Sq Ft $1,284/mo
- Marymount Townhomes at Marsh Oaks 799 Sq Ft $1,284/mo
- Futch Creek Village 780 Sq Ft $1,330/mo
- Gordon Woods 600 Sq Ft $1,334/mo
- Sun Coast Villas 600 Sq Ft $1,334/mo
- Saratoga Place 600 Sq Ft $1,334/mo
- Bellingham Park Condominiums 782 Sq Ft $1,344/mo
- Bayshore Estates 775 Sq Ft $1,397/mo
Getting Around Wilmington
Education
Data provided by GreatSchools.org 2025 © 2025. All rights reserved.
Apartments for Rent Near Wilmington by Neighborhoods
Apartments for Rent Near Wilmington
Wilmington Apartments for Rent in Your Budget
- Wilmington Apartments Under $800
- Wilmington Apartments Under $900
- Wilmington Apartments Under $1,000
- Wilmington Apartments Under $1,100
- Wilmington Apartments Under $1,200
- Wilmington Apartments Under $1,300
- Wilmington Apartments Under $1,400
- Wilmington Apartments Under $1,500
- Wilmington Apartments Under $1,600
- Wilmington Apartments Under $1,700
- Wilmington Apartments Under $1,800
- Wilmington Apartments Under $1,900
- Wilmington Apartments Under $2,000
Submitting Request
Thank You
About Our Deals
Apartment Finder utilizes the industry's largest and most complete database of real-time rents and availabilities to help you find an amazing deal on your next rental.
Price Drop
Apartment communities change their rental rates often - sometimes multiple times a day. We track the changes and keep you up to date when a rental rate decreases.
Best Value
"Best value" units are located in buildings rated three stars or higher. We label apartment rentals that are priced significantly less than similar high-quality units nearby.
Rent Specials
Apartment communities regularly advertise deals for new residents. Whether it's a move-in special or a free tv, we locate the rentals that offer a little something extra when you sign your lease.
Note: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice.