City Block
814 N 3rd St,
Wilmington, NC 28401
$1,325 - $1,995 | 1-2 Beds
Downtown Wilmington
Wilmington, NC
Downtown Wilmington - Wilmington, NC
Area Guide
A bustling commercial district on the river with a sense of historic charm
Coastal
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Riverside
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Historic
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Urban
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Scenic
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Restaurants
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A charming neighborhood on the Cape Fear River, Downtown Wilmington sits in the northwest corner of town. Downtown Wilmington’s riverfront area was once declared the “Best American Riverfront” by USA Today. With a history dating back to 1737, this neighborhood is part of the Wilmington Historic District, which contains more than 875 historic buildings. Home to local history museums like the Bellamy Mansion Museum on Market Street, downtown is lined with historic architecture, as well as a sense of historic charm.
This welcoming community features abundant restaurants, breweries, bars, cafes, and boutiques in its beautiful shopping district like the Fork ‘N’ Cork, Front Street Brewery, and Beer Barrio. You’ll find residents and tourists alike enjoying the scenic views from Riverfront Park or exploring the coastline nearby at Wrightsville Beach. Apartments in Downtown Wilmington range from affordable to upscale, so there’s something for everyone in this historic, riverside oasis.
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Rent Trends
As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Downtown Wilmington is $1,481 for a studio, $1,650 for one bedroom, $2,202 for two bedrooms, and $3,541 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Downtown Wilmington has increased by 3.8% in the past year.
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Studio
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542 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,481/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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717 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,650/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,150 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,202/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,510 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$3,541/month
Average Rent
Transportation
85
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
31
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
86
Very Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Children's Museum of Wilmington
- Cape Fear Museum of History & Science
- New Hanover County Arboretum
- Airlie Gardens
Airports
- Wilmington International
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