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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Upper Downtown

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  1. Building Photo - Overlook at RiverPlace
    STUDIO
    $1,239+
    1 BED
    $1,435+
    2 BEDS
    $1,595+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,199 - $2,619
    Required Monthly Fees$40
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,239 - $2,659

    Overlook at RiverPlace

    14 Grace St, Wilmington, NC 28401
    (910) 782-5179
  5. Building Photo - City Block
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    1 BED
    $1,423+
    2 BEDS
    $1,630+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,374 - $1,680
    Required Monthly Fees$48
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,422 - $1,728

    City Block

    814 N 3rd St, Wilmington, NC 28401
    (910) 679-9505
  9. Building Photo - Flats on Front
    1 BED
    $1,505+
    2 BEDS
    $2,070+
    3 BEDS
    $3,375+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,465 - $5,660
    Required Monthly Fees$40
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,505 - $5,700

    Flats on Front

    1045 N Front St, Wilmington, NC 28401
    (910) 218-8824

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Cheap Apartments in Upper Downtown Neighborhood in Wilmington, NC

When looking for cheap apartments in Upper Downtown, Apartment Finder is your deal-hunting partner. Whether you’re looking for a studio, a one-bedroom, or a two-bedroom apartment, you want the best place at the right price. We have a great selection of budget-friendly apartments for rent, and we’ll show you which apartments offer the best value when compared to other apartments in Upper Downtown.

Finding a rental that fits your budget without compromising on quality can seem like a challenge, but Apartment Finder makes it easy to discover cheap apartments with all the features you want. To find an apartment you can afford, try looking in less popular neighborhoods outside of the city center. Timing is everything when searching for rentals that are affordable, so look at different times of the day, different days of the week and (if you can wait) certain months like December through March. When you find an apartment with a great price, don’t hesitate! Cheap apartments tend to go very quickly.

Affordability doens't have to equal sacrifice. While it’s important to be flexible, you might not have to give up as much as you think. You can find a cheap apartment for rent, complete with must-have amenities such as paid utilities and an in-unit washer and dryer. Click on any of these properties to see photos and floor plans, read reviews, check out the rent calculator, and learn more about the neighborhood with information on nearby parks, shopping malls, and transit stops. With 9 cheap apartments available in Upper Downtown, Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.

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