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The Berkshires at Pecan Grove
Wilmington, North Carolina, 28403
1 Bedroom$602 - $603
2 Bedrooms$607 - $694
3 Bedrooms$747 - $826
Osprey Landing
Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401
1 Bedroom$589 - $659
2 Bedrooms$697 - $767
3 Bedrooms$761 - $792
Mill Creek
Wilmington, North Carolina, 28403
1 Bedroom$591 - $873
2 Bedrooms$780 - $1,205
3 Bedrooms$834 - $1,267
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Household Income
Household Income City State City Compared to State Less than $10,000 16.3% 10.5% +5.8% $10,000 to $14,999 8.2% 6.4% +1.8% $15,000 to $19,999 7.9% 6.7% +1.2% $20,000 to $24,999 8.1% 7.1% +1.0% $25,000 to $29,999 7.7% 7.1% +0.6% $30,000 to $34,999 6.4% 6.9% -0.5% $35,000 to $39,999 5.7% 6.3% -0.6% $40,000 to $44,999 5.6% 6.1% -0.5% $45,000 to $49,999 4.2% 5.2% -1.0% $50,000 to $59,999 7.6% 9.4% -1.8% $60,000 to $74,999 7.3% 10.1% -2.8% $75,000 to $99,999 6.5% 8.9% -2.4% $100,000 to $124,999 3.1% 4.1% -1.0% $125,000 to $149,999 1.7% 1.9% -0.2% $150,000 to $199,999 1.7% 1.6% +0.1% $200,000 or more 1.9% 1.8% +0.1% -
Cost of Living
Share of Household Income Spent on Rent City State City 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 more 25.3% 15.8% +9.5% Not computed 5.9% 10.6% -4.7% -
Age Demographic of Renters
Age Demographic of Renters City State City Compared to State 15 to 24 years 25.6% 15.2% +10.4% 25 to 34 years 27.1% 29.9% -2.8% 35 to 44 years 16.4% 21.8% -5.4% 45 to 54 years 11.9% 13.9% -2.0% 55 to 64 years 6.6% 7.5% -0.9% 65 to 74 years 5.6% 5.5% +0.1% 75 to 84 years 4.9% 4.5% +0.4% 85 years and over 2.0% 1.7% +0.3% -
Travel Time to Work
Travel Time to Work City State City Compared to State Less than 30 minutes 57.9% 40.5% +17.4% 30 to 44 minutes 15.0% 24.8% -9.8% 45 to 59 minutes 5.7% 12.1% -6.4% 60 or more minutes 21.4% 22.7% -1.3%
Source: 2000 Census
Wilmington, North Carolina
Wilmington is located in the Cape Fear region of North Carolina and has a population of just under 100,000. Because of its location on both the river and the ocean, Wilmington has long been a resort area but it is also home to several telecommunication and cable television companies. When looking for your Wilmington apartment, bear in mind that you will need a car. There is bus service and a number of water taxis but you'll depend on a car or at least a bicycle for getting around.
The Cameras Are Rolling
The city is famous for its incredible beaches and old plantations along with great restaurants so wherever your Wilmington apartment is located, you won't be far from great things to do. Aside from the many historical plantations which you can visit and good museums to see everything from art to science, the streets of Wilmington usually provide some good sightseeing. Many feature films are shot in Wilmington so get ready to see film crews and celebrities. There are plenty of golf courses, a kayaking center and all sorts of activities involved with beach life. The Riverwalk area of downtown provides a great place to shop, relax or dine too.
Indochine Fare
Speaking of dining, your Wilmington apartment will not be far from fantastic restaurants.Indochine may be the hands down favorite. It is a charming Indonesian style restaurant with fabulous atmosphere and wonderful food. Indochine is a whole evening of great food and fun. Boca Bay is an upscale tapas bar that satisfies all types of dining requirements from meat to vegetarian eaters. El Cerro Grande is the best Mexican restaurant in town with great reviews. There are plenty of neighborhood mom and pop places to discover too.
Cape Fear Style
The Barbary Coast is the city's great dive bar. Not only is it fun but it is the first place after getting settled into your Wilmington apartment that you should check out. It really gives you a feel for the Cape Fear culture and lifestyle. If you want down and dirty, Hell's Kitchen is another dive bar, and can be fun for just watching what goes on there.Ibiza Nightclub is more of a full service night place from drag shows to dancing. Just call to find out what the schedule might be. Capt'n Bill's Backyard Grill is great for food, drinks, outdoor volleyball and music. Many people call it home!
Average Apartment Rent in Wilmington, North Carolina
| # Bedrooms | Jan | Dec | Nov | 3 Month % change |
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| Studio | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0% |
| 1 Bed | $663 | $711 | $761 | -12.9% |
| 2 Bed | $738 | $786 | $845 | -12.7% |
| 3 Bed | $932 | $966 | $993 | -6.1% |
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