What is the average apartment size in Wilmington?

The average size for a Wilmington, NC apartment is 965 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Wilmington?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Wilmington is $1,613 per month, a 0.51% decrease from last years average of $1,621.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Wilmington?

In Wilmington, studios rent for $989 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,365 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,665 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,040 per month

What is the average apartment size in Wilmington?

The typical apartment in Wilmington offers about 965 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Wilmington?

Studio apartments in Wilmington average 506 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 716 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,068 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,337 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Wilmington?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Wilmington are Northside Wilmington ($1,933/month), Kentwood Village ($2,010/month), and St. James Village ($2,527/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Wilmington, NC Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Wilmington?

The typical rent budget in Wilmington ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 45% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Wilmington?

In Wilmington, 53% of households rent while 47% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Q: What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Wilmington?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Wilmington include Fairlawn ($1,158/month), Greenfield Lake Estates ($1,330/month), and Carolina Place ($1,337/month), all below the citywide average of $1,613.

Last updated: February 19, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Wilmington is $1,613, a 0.51% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,621.

Studio Apartments at $989 offer the most budget-friendly option with 506 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 716 square feet for $1,365, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,665 offer 1,068 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,337 sq ft) for $2,040, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Wilmington, NC

Last updated: February 19, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,613	965 sq. ft.
Studio	$989	506 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,365	716 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,665	1,068 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,040	1,337 sq. ft.

Wilmington, NC rent trends

Rental prices in Wilmington, NC have decreased by 0.51% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,621 to $1,613.

What's the typical rent budget in Wilmington, NC?

The largest share of rentals in Wilmington, NC (45%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Wilmington, NC?

29,322 or 53% of the households in Wilmington, NC are renter-occupied while 25,823 or 47% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Wilmington?

Fairlawn $1,158/month

Greenfield Lake Estates $1,330/month

Carolina Place $1,337/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,613/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Wilmington?

Northside Wilmington $1,933/month

Kentwood Village $2,010/month

St. James Village $2,527/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Wilmington, NC By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
St. James Village	$2,527
Kentwood Village	$2,010
Northside Wilmington	$1,933
Lucia Point	$1,845
Devon Park	$1,695
Downtown Wilmington	$1,684
Hanover Heights	$1,642
Highland Hills	$1,596
College Acres	$1,584
Pine Valley	$1,570
Echo Farms	$1,484
Silver Creek	$1,445
New Center	$1,424
Breezewood	$1,416
Glen Villa	$1,370
University of North Carolina Wilmington	$1,367
Carolina Place	$1,337
Greenfield Lake Estates	$1,330
Fairlawn	$1,158

Wilmington | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Breezewood is 6% higher than in Carolina Place

$1,416

Breezewood rent is 12% lower than Wilmington average

Average Rent $1,416

$1,337

Carolina Place rent is 17% lower than Wilmington average

Average Rent $1,337

How Wilmington Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Wilmington	$1,613
Charlotte	$1,652
Raleigh	$1,574
Winston - Salem	$1,280
Greensboro	$1,322
Durham	$1,541
Fayetteville	$1,279
Concord	$1,525
Clayton	$1,590
High Point	$1,243
Mooresville	$1,617
Jacksonville, NC	$1,225
Hampstead, NC	$1,557

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Wilmington apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.