100 Best Apartments in Wilmington, NC (with reviews)

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Rent prices in Wilmington, NC's popular neighborhoods

Apartments in Breezewood $1,566
Apartments in Carolina Place $1,561
Apartments in Clarendon Park $1,578
Apartments in Devon Park $1,561
Apartments in Echo Farms $1,566
Apartments in Landmark Industrial Park $1,566
Apartments in New Center $1,595
Apartments in Northside Wilmington $1,578
Apartments in Silver Creek $1,566
Apartments in University of North Carolina Wilmington $1,561

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Average rent in Wilmington, NC

$1,630/mo Wilmington, NC average rental price, February 2023

The average monthly rent of apartments in Wilmington, NC is $1,630.

Wilmington, NC apartment rent ranges

About 44% of apartment rents in Wilmington, NC range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments priced over > $2,000 represent 14% of apartments. Around 40% of Wilmington’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 1% of apartments are priced between $701-$1,000.

Wilmington, NC rent trends

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,702, the average rent in Wilmington, NC is $1,630.

Getting around in Wilmington, NC

47 /100

Car-Dependent

24 /100

Minimal Transit

76 /100

Very Bikeable

Walk Score®: 47, Transit Score®: 24, Bike Score®: 76

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Wilmington, NC last updated?

Prices and availability in Wilmington, NC were last updated on 24 Mar 2023.

What are the best apartments in Wilmington, NC?

The best apartments in Wilmington, NC are: Lofts of Wilmington, Ansley Park, Oasis at Twinwood, Mayfaire Flats and Hawthorne at Indy West.

What is the average rent in Wilmington, NC?

The average rent in Wilmington, NC is $1,630. Start your search for apartments in Wilmington, NC now.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Wilmington, NC?

The price range for a studio apartment in Wilmington, NC is between $1,010 and $2,226. View all studio apartments in Wilmington, NC.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Wilmington, NC?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Wilmington, NC is between $849 and $3,590. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Wilmington, NC now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Wilmington, NC?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Wilmington, NC is between $849 and $5,490. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Wilmington, NC.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Wilmington, NC?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Wilmington, NC is between $945 and $5,262. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Wilmington, NC.

What type of rental buildings are in Wilmington, NC?

In Wilmington 54% of the housing is rented out compared to 46% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 12% of Wilmington’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 64% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 22% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Wilmington, NC?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Wilmington are about 25 years old, on average. Of these, 54% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 3 stories. About 97% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 3% are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Wilmington, NC?

Rental apartments in Wilmington come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 0.6% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 35% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 48% of all rentals in Wilmington. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

Renter's guide to Wilmington, NC

The city of Wilmington, NC is a beautiful beach town, known for it’s small-town feel despite its nearly 115,000 residents. The city is only a short, 20-minute drive from most beaches, 125 miles from Raleigh, and 200 miles from Charlotte.

Since the city is close to the Southeast coast, the weather in Wilmington is typically warm during the spring and summer months with high humidity, while the fall and winter months are beautiful and mild.

Tips for renting in Wilmington, NC

Wilmington tenant regulations are governed by North Carolina state law, and are very comparable to other state and federal tenant laws.

However, North Carolina tenants can exercise their “right to repair and deduct,” meaning they can actually legally refuse to pay rent if major repairs (like a broken water heater) are left neglected.

North Carolina also has its own policy when it comes to eviction notice. For monthly rentals, the eviction period is seven days: for a year-to-year rental, the minimum eviction notice is 30 days: and for mobile homes, the minimum eviction notice is 60 days.

Wilmington, NC demographics

115,976Total Population
62,300 Female

53,676 Male
37.4Median Age

Wilmington, NC has a population of 115,976 according to the most recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau. 62,300 of Wilmington’s residents are women and 53,676 are men. The median age of those who live in Wilmington, NC is 37.4.

Living in Wilmington, NC

There’s no shortage of fun in Wilmington, as it’s combination of beaches, nightlife, events, and cultural diversity make it quite the place to live. And although the area is well-known for its beaches, the Cape Fear and Brunswick rivers are also a huge part of the city, as Wilmington has been named the best river city in the nation by USA today for three straight years.

The only real con of living in Wilmington is that as a coastal city, there is always the possible threat of a hurricane. However, it’s been years since the city was affected by hurricane, and the city of Wilmington is always well prepared just in case.

Wilmington, NC households

24,715 Family

27,941 Non-family
9,771 Children

42,885 No Children

52,656Total Number of Households
2.1Average People Per Household
$54,066Median Household Income

According to U.S. Census data, there are 52,656 households in Wilmington, NC. 24,715 are family households and 27,941 are non-family households. There are 9,771 households with children in Wilmington and 42,885 households without children. On average, about 2.1 people live in a household in Wilmington, NC.

Things to do in Wilmington, NC

A night out in Wilmington is always an experience, as the city boasts an active downtown scene with a wide variety of both dining and drinking options. And for the best of the best, Wilmington locals head to Manna for its craft cocktails and upscale atmosphere.

The downtown area is also packed with music fests and concerts, like the Downtown Sundown concert series, the Boogie in the Park festival, and the Jazz at the Mansion series, just to name a few.

Shopping is also very popular around Wilmington, especially in the downtown area, which is filled with boutiques, bakeries, and gourmet markets. And the city prides itself on being relatively chain-free, so most of the shops and stores around the area are locally-owned.

Not everything here costs money though, and there are plenty of free things to do in Wilmington. Several beaches less than a 30-minute drive away—including Wrightsville Beach, Kure Beach, and Carolina Beach—where visitors can fish, swim, and even take scenic nature walks.

Greenfield Park is also a popular local spot, especially for those with kids, with its gorgeous gardens, hiking trails, and amphitheatre. And kids and adults alike can check out the Cameron Art Museum, which features countless exhibits, as well as dance, music, and poetry events.

Sports fans in Wilmington can check out the Wilmington Hammerheads, a USL Pro League soccer team playing at Legion Stadium, or the University of North Carolina Wilmington has competitive baseball, soccer, and basketball teams.

Wilmington, NC employment & economy

Wilmington was voted 35th best place for business in the US, and some of the area’s major employers include the Hanover County Health Network, General Electric Nuclear, and the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Wilmington has a wide variety of jobs available, as the unemployment rate in Wilmington is 4.7%, resting well below both the national and North Carolina state averages.

The area is also often referred to as the “Hollywood of the East” since the Wilmington is home to EUE/Screen Gems Studios, the biggest movie studio outside of the state of California.

Education in Wilmington, NC

The WIlmington area has very good public school districts, and also some of the highest ranked public schools in the state of North Carolina.

Wilmington also has several options for higher education, including Walden University, Cape Fear Community College, and the area’s flagship school, The University of North Carolina at Wilmington.

Wilmington, NC education statistics

The level of education of the population of Wilmington, NC is as follows: 2% have no high school education, 25% completed some high school, 25% partially completed college, 10% have an Associate Degree, 26% have a Bachelor Degree, and 13% have a Graduate Degree.

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