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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, NC

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  • New Units Available
    Studio $1,060+
    1 bd $1,074+
    2 bd $1,295+
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    The Creek

    4.0 (13)
    2247 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • New Units Available
    1 bd $1,083+
    2 bd $1,508+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Hawthorne At New Centre

    4.5 (14)
    137 Dapple Court, Wilmington, NC 28403
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • Rent specials Only 3 units left
    1 bd $1,125
    Total monthly cost
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    Lofts Of Wilmington

    5208-02 Ringo Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Air conditioner
  • Rent specials 34 units available
    1 bd $1,199+
    2 bd $1,279+
    3 bd $1,457+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    The Reserve At Forest Hills

    361 Darlington Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking

  • Apartments Under $1,400

  • Rent specials New Units Available
    1 bd $1,225+
    Base rent
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    Waterleigh At Leland

    7410 Cordoba Circle, Leland, NC 28451
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Air conditioner
  • 1 bd $1,234+
    2 bd $1,270+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Hawthorne Commons

    5.0 (8)
    818-102 Strickland Place, Wilmington, NC 28403
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 8 units available
    1 bd $1,240+
    2 bd $1,324+
    3 bd $1,617+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Deerbrook Apartments

    4.5 (9)
    703 Grathwol Dr., Wilmington, NC 28405
    Apply online • Pet friendly • High Speed Internet
  • New Units Available 14 units available
    1 bd $1,270+
    2 bd $1,585+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Comet Westgate

    4.0 (7)
    5090 Tradeway Drive, Leland, NC 28451
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • New Units Available
    2 bd $1,335
    3 bd $1,560+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Forest Hills

    4.5 (19)
    505 Alpine Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    1 bd $1,355+
    2 bd $1,769+
    3 bd $2,150+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Meridian At Fairfield Park

    4.5 (4)
    4605 Fairview Dr., Wilmington, NC 28412
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    1 bd $1,377+
    2 bd $1,499+
    3 bd $1,772+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Stephens Pointe

    4.5 (3)
    8651 Stephens Church Road, Wilmington, NC 28411
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center

  • Apartments Under $1,600

  • Rent specials Rewards
    1 bd $1,425+
    2 bd $1,650+
    3 bd $1,874+
    Total monthly cost
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    The Parker Leland

    4.5 (6)
    135 Dresser Ln, Leland, NC 28451
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking

  • Apartments Under $1,800

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    Townes At Prior

    4613 Prior Drive #144, Wilmington, NC 28412
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wilmington, NC?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $1,060 and $2,771.

How many cheap rentals are available in Wilmington, NC on RentCafe?

There are 64 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Wilmington, NC were last updated on 6 Oct 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Wilmington, NC?

The average Wilmington, NC cheap apartment size is 886 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Wilmington, NC?

Cheap apartments in Wilmington, NC are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Wilmington, NC?

A cheap apartment in Wilmington, NC offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Wilmington, NC? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Wilmington, NC has never been easier. We feature 148 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Wilmington, NC average. What is a cheap rent in Wilmington, NC? The average apartment rent in Wilmington is $1,675 per month so any rental south of $1,340 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Wilmington, NC rents go as low as $1,060/mo.