Average Rent in Wilmington, NC
What is the average rent in Wilmington, NC?
The average listed apartment rent in Wilmington, NC is $1,455 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 135 priced apartments in 10 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 6, 2026 through November 8, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
10 apartment buildings, 135 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Wilmington, NCCheapest
$985/mo
Flats at Market Street
Properties
10
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Units
135
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Average Rent by Property
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Rent by Bedroom Count
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Wilmington, NC Rent Prices
All 10 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Flats at Market Street
4903 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28405, USA
Hawthorne at New Centre
137 Dapple Ct, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Hawthorne Commons
818 Strickland Pl, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
The Creek at Forest Hills
2247 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
One Midtown Apartment Homes
2945 Midtown Way, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Forest Hills Apartment Homes
505 Alpine Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Deerbrook
703 Grathwol Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Flats at Market Street 4903 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28405, USA | $985 | $1,032 | $3.86/ft² | 3.9 (63) | 26 |
| 2 | Hawthorne at New Centre 137 Dapple Ct, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA | $1,133 | $1,404 | $1.92/ft² | 4.4 (204) | 20 |
| 3 | Hawthorne Commons 818 Strickland Pl, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA | $1,199 | $1,313 | $1.95/ft² | 4.4 (149) | 14 |
| 4 | The Creek at Forest Hills 2247 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA | $1,245 | $1,387 | $1.76/ft² | 4 (168) | 3 |
| 5 | One Midtown Apartment Homes 2945 Midtown Way, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA | $1,265 | $1,587 | $1.57/ft² | 4.8 (211) | 12 |
| 6 | Forest Hills Apartment Homes 505 Alpine Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA | $1,299 | $1,555 | $1.41/ft² | 4.4 (263) | 12 |
| 7 | Deerbrook 703 Grathwol Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405, USA | $1,361 | $1,426 | $1.35/ft² | 4.7 (113) | 9 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Flats at Market Street
3.9 (63)4903 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28405, USA
Hawthorne at New Centre
4.4 (204)137 Dapple Ct, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Hawthorne Commons
4.4 (149)818 Strickland Pl, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
The Creek at Forest Hills
4 (168)2247 Wrightsville Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
One Midtown Apartment Homes
4.8 (211)2945 Midtown Way, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
Forest Hills Apartment Homes
4.4 (263)505 Alpine Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403, USA
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Wilmington, NC neighborhoods
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Wilmington, NC Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Wilmington, NC is $1,455 per month, based on 135 units across 10 apartment communities. Prices range from $985 at Flats at Market Street to $3,130 at Flats on Front.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,036/mo | $985/mo | 26 |
| 1 Bed | $1,407/mo | $1,132/mo | 57 |
| 2 Bed | $1,647/mo | $1,299/mo | 44 |
| 3 Bed | $2,102/mo | $1,590/mo | 8 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Wilmington, NC, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Wilmington, NC averages $1,407/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,647/mo. At the local median household income of $63,900, that works out to 27% of gross income, near the 30 percent affordability ceiling.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Wilmington, NC at $1,311/mo. The current tracked market average runs 11% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Wilmington, NC while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Wilmington, NC?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$58,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,455/mo.
Comfortable income
$70,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($985/mo), you need to earn at least $39,000/year.
Median household income in Wilmington, NC is $63,900 , about 9% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Wilmington, NC
Overall prices in Wilmington, NC runs below the national average by about 5% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 95.4, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Wilmington, NC's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,455 |
| Utilities | $378 |
| Groceries | $523 |
| Transportation | $900 |
| Healthcare | $439 |
| Other goods and services | $703 |
| Estimated total | $4,397/mo |
Population
118,578
Median household income
$63,900
Census median rent
$1,311/mo
Census rent burden
32.1%
Median age
37.5
Mean commute
19 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in North Carolina
How Wilmington, NC rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Wilmington, NC | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC | $1,993 | +37% | -2.3% | 90 |
| Raleigh, NC | $1,630 | +12% | -1.9% | 35 |
| Cary, NC | $1,914 | +32% | -0.1% | 33 |
| Concord, NC | $1,493 | +3% | -5.1% | 28 |
| Morrisville, NC | $1,736 | +19% | -0.3% | 25 |
| Asheville, NC | $1,823 | +25% | +1.6% | 22 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Wilmington, NC?
The average listed apartment rent in Wilmington, NC is $1,455 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 135 priced apartments in 10 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Wilmington, NC?
The median asking rent in Wilmington, NC is $1,437 per month, computed from 135 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,455/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Wilmington, NC?
The lowest available rent in Wilmington, NC starts at $985 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Wilmington, NC?
1-bedroom apartments in Wilmington, NC average $1,407/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,132/mo across 57 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Wilmington, NC?
2-bedroom apartments in Wilmington, NC average $1,647/mo. Units start from $1,299/mo across 44 units currently listed.
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