What is the average apartment size in Wilmington?

The average size for a Wilmington, NC apartment is 967 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 Feb / 2026, the average rent in Wilmington is $1,615 per month, a 0.01% decrease from last years average of $1,615.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Wilmington?

In Wilmington, studios rent for $995 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,374 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,651 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,056 per month

What is the average apartment size in Wilmington?

The typical apartment in Wilmington offers about 967 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 1,069 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,344 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Wilmington?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Wilmington are Devon Park ($1,707/month), Lucia Point ($1,859/month), and Northside Wilmington ($1,958/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 43% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Wilmington?

In Wilmington, 52% of households rent while 48% 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 Carolina Place ($1,376/month), University of North Carolina Wilmington ($1,412/month), and New Center ($1,452/month), all below the citywide average of $1,615.

Last updated: April 21, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Wilmington is $1,615, a 0.01% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,615.

Studio Apartments at $995 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 $1,374, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,651 offer 1,069 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,344 sq ft) for $2,056, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Wilmington, NC

Last updated: April 21, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,615	967 sq. ft.
Studio	$995	506 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,374	716 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,651	1,069 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,056	1,344 sq. ft.

Wilmington, NC rent trends

Rental prices in Wilmington, NC have decreased by 0.01% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,615 to $1,615.

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

The largest share of rentals in Wilmington, NC (43%) 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?

29,640 or 52% of the households in Wilmington, NC are renter-occupied while 26,972 or 48% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Wilmington?

Carolina Place $1,376/month

University of North Carolina Wilmington $1,412/month

New Center $1,452/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,615/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Wilmington?

Devon Park $1,707/month

Lucia Point $1,859/month

Northside Wilmington $1,958/month

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

Average Rent in Wilmington, NC By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Northside Wilmington	$1,958
Lucia Point	$1,859
Devon Park	$1,707
Highland Hills	$1,607
Pine Valley	$1,594
Echo Farms	$1,576
Silver Creek	$1,482
Breezewood	$1,457
New Center	$1,452
University of North Carolina Wilmington	$1,412
Carolina Place	$1,376

Wilmington | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Breezewood is 6% higher than in Carolina Place

$1,457

Breezewood rent is 10% lower than Wilmington average

Average Rent $1,457

$1,376

Carolina Place rent is 15% lower than Wilmington average

Average Rent $1,376

How Wilmington Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Wilmington	$1,615
Charlotte	$1,659
Raleigh	$1,560
Winston - Salem	$1,280
Greensboro	$1,329
Durham	$1,527
Fayetteville	$1,284
Concord	$1,533
Clayton	$1,579
High Point	$1,241
Gastonia	$1,370
Jacksonville, NC	$1,232
Hampstead, NC	$1,650

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.