The Nest at 4955
4955 Pepys Ln,
Wilmington, NC 28403
$785 - $999 | 2-3 Beds
The beautiful, wooded campus of the University of North Carolina Wilmington is a major draw for students -- so is its location to the ocean, especially the wildly popular Wrightsville Beach. But UNCW is much more than a pretty campus, offering more than 50 bachelor's degree programs, 36 master's degree programs, and four doctoral programs. The university covers 661 acres and first opened in 1947. Today, it is most noted for is top-ranking marine science program.
Apartments near UNCW are plentiful. To be minutes to the beach as well as to campus, look on the east side of the university in neighborhoods like Tidal Reach, Sounds Edge, Wrightsville Green, and Seagate. If you prefer to be near shops and restaurants, look along South College Road, which offers several shopping plazas, diners, delis, bars, and bakeries. If bicycling and walking are important, the Cross-City Trail extends 15 miles throughout Wilmington, ending at Wrightsville Beach. To be near trail access, look along Hamilton Drive, Wagoner Drive, Riegel Road, and Rose Avenue near UNCW.
As of April 2025, the average apartment rent in Wilmington, NC is $1,226 for a studio, $1,317 for one bedroom, $1,595 for two bedrooms, and $1,912 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Wilmington has decreased by -1.8% in the past year.
Studio
537 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,226/month
Average Rent
1 BR
726 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,317/month
Average Rent
2 BR
1,067 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,595/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,337 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,912/month
Average Rent
Somewhat Walkable
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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Minimal Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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