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Mill Creek

Mill Creek

Wilmington, North Carolina, 28403

1 Bedroom$694 - $962

2 Bedrooms$820 - $1,186

3 Bedrooms$981 - $1,398

Clear Run

Clear Run

Wilmington, North Carolina, 28403

1 Bedroom$610 - $866

2 Bedrooms$753 - $912

3 Bedrooms$909 - $1,436

Wimbledon Chase

Wimbledon Chase

Wilmington, North Carolina, 28403

Studio/1 Bedroom$582 - $720

2 Bedrooms$765 - $815

Osprey Landing

Osprey Landing

Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401

1 Bedroom$714 - $720

2 Bedrooms$760 - $795

3 Bedrooms$964 - $1,034

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Wilmington Apartment Rental Market

  • Household Income
    Household IncomeCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than $10,00016.3%10.5% +5.8%
    $10,000 to $14,9998.2%6.4% +1.8%
    $15,000 to $19,9997.9%6.7% +1.2%
    $20,000 to $24,9998.1%7.1% +1.0%
    $25,000 to $29,9997.7%7.1% +0.6%
    $30,000 to $34,9996.4%6.9% -0.5%
    $35,000 to $39,9995.7%6.3% -0.6%
    $40,000 to $44,9995.6%6.1% -0.5%
    $45,000 to $49,9994.2%5.2% -1.0%
    $50,000 to $59,9997.6%9.4% -1.8%
    $60,000 to $74,9997.3%10.1% -2.8%
    $75,000 to $99,9996.5%8.9% -2.4%
    $100,000 to $124,9993.1%4.1% -1.0%
    $125,000 to $149,9991.7%1.9% -0.2%
    $150,000 to $199,9991.7%1.6% +0.1%
    $200,000 or more1.9%1.8% +0.1%
  • Cost of Living
    Share of Household Income Spent on RentCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 10.0%5.0%6.9% -1.9%
    10.0% to 14.9%8.4%12.4% -4.0%
    15.0% to 19.9%12.2%14.5% -2.3%
    20.0% to 24.9%11.7%12.6% -0.9%
    25.0% to 29.9%10.5%9.6% +0.9%
    30.0% to 34.9%7.5%6.7% +0.8%
    35.0% to 39.9%6.0%4.8% +1.2%
    40.0% to 49.9%7.4%6.1% +1.3%
    50.0% or more25.3%15.8% +9.5%
    Not computed5.9%10.6% -4.7%
  • Age Demographic of Renters
    Age Demographic of RentersCityStateCity Compared to State
    15 to 24 years25.6%15.2% +10.4%
    25 to 34 years27.1%29.9% -2.8%
    35 to 44 years16.4%21.8% -5.4%
    45 to 54 years11.9%13.9% -2.0%
    55 to 64 years6.6%7.5% -0.9%
    65 to 74 years5.6%5.5% +0.1%
    75 to 84 years4.9%4.5% +0.4%
    85 years and over2.0%1.7% +0.3%
  • Travel Time to Work
    Travel Time to WorkCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 30 minutes57.9%40.5% +17.4%
    30 to 44 minutes15.0%24.8% -9.8%
    45 to 59 minutes5.7%12.1% -6.4%
    60 or more minutes21.4%22.7% -1.3%

Source: 2000 Census

Welcome to Port City!

Wilmington, North Carolina, also known as Port City, is the ideal place for everyone. Located in between Cape Fear River and the Atlantic Ocean, the city is perfect for boating and fishing. If the boating life is not for you there’s no need to worry because Wilmington has a lot of other fun and exciting things to do. For the history buffs Wilmington is home to many museums, and for the T.V. lovers the city is also the home of such shows as Dawson’s Creek and One Tree Hill. With such beautiful beaches and so much to do in this city, it’s no wonder why apartments are renting so fast!

Apartment Prices in Wilmington

The main town in New Hanover County, Wilmington is the amazing blend of history and modern adventure. Whether you want to experience the area from a relaxing horse drawn carriage ride or prefer the romantic river cruises that go on day and night, you will be in awe of the beauty and history that the city has to offer. For a look at the best way to experience your new city, check out the Wilmington Tours. With such a beautiful history and some of the most incredible beaches on the East Coast, this area is a dream for people of all ages and backgrounds.

The Port City’s Attractions

Wilmington got its name “Port City” due to the incredible fishing and boating available. Regardless of where your apartment is located some of the most beautiful beaches on the East Coast are only a short drive or walk away, and if you want to experience what the ocean has to offer then you can go on a boat tour or experience deep sea fishing. Want to keep your feet dry? No worries, the city has some of the most beautiful camp grounds you’ll ever see! To see more on the interesting and amazing history of the “Port City” you can visit any of the action packed museums around town. There are tons of great attractions so don’t wait any longer!

The Dinning, Nightlife, and News

When trying to find an apartment to rent, one of the main things to look for is the type of dining that you will enjoy. This is a well-rounded city that has all different types of dining, so wherever your new apartment is located, you can be sure to taste the best that the community has to offer. There are a wide variety of restaurants to fill just about any appetite. If you are looking to go dancing after dinner or have a cocktail to unwind after work you can find all types of nightlife entertainment, from Irish pubs to roof top clubs, there are plenty of places to go and enjoy yourself after-hours! Lastly, to keep up to date with all that is going on in the city and New Hanover County, the Star News will keep track of everything you need related to news, sports, and weather.

Average Apartment Rent in Wilmington, North Carolina

# Bedrooms Apr Mar Feb 3 Month % change
Studio N/A N/A N/A 0%
1 Bed $677 $527 $513 32%
2 Bed $755 $731 $682 10.7%
3 Bed $839 $845 $763 10%

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Wilmington Apartment Rental Trends

Apartments in Wilmington have competitive rents so be sure to use our apartment finder to get the best deal. In February the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Wilmington apartment cost $513. If you need a roommate, try finding a 2 bedroom apartment rental. An average 2 bedroom Wilmington apartment was $682 in February. The average apartment rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in February was $763. Start your apartment search by checking out some of the Wilmington rentals listed below.

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