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Apartments for Rent in South Side, Wilmington, NC

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1108 Castle St Unit A #A - Photo 1 of 1
No deposit
New construction

5d+ ago

South Side apartment for rent in Wilmington

APARTMENT - Wilmington, NC

1108 Castle St Unit A #A, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | High ceilings

Studio

1 bath

$1,050

Apartment for rent

South Front - Photo 1 of 1
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7h ago

8.5

Very good

South Front

1400 S 2nd St, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,288–$4,055

Price drop

Apartment for rent

1102 Castle St - Royal - Photo 1 of 1

20h ago

8.3

Very good

1102 Castle St - Royal

1102 Castle St, Wilmington, NC 28401

1 bed

1 bath

$1,350

Apartment for rent

307 S 6th St - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

South Side house for rent in Wilmington

307 S 6th St, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | High ceilings

5 beds

2 baths

$2,500

House for rent

Description

Property Status: Active Modernized baths and kitchen, and wood floors throughout. Covered front porch, rear patio and a huge fenced back yard. Great block location and close proximity to the downtown core, so within walking distance to the Cape Fear River, Castle Street, Robert Strange Park and all downtown amenities... RO water system. Dog considered based on review and rented unfurnished. Office Phone: (910) 508-2233 Copyright © 2026 HIVE MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be

5 Queen St Unit B #B - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

South Side apartment for rent in Wilmington

5 Queen St Unit B #B, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Furnished | On-site laundry

1 bed

1 bath

$1,750

Apartment for rent

Description

Property Status: Active Downtown living at its finest! Come live large in this MASSIVE studio! Located in Wilmington's historic district is just blocks away from The Riverwalk, restaurants, and Castle Street Arts District. One block north west, Dram Tree Park, offers water access to launch your kayak, paddle board or boat and one block south you can enjoy all the events hosted by Waterline Brewing Co. This large second floor studio is fully renovated and professionally designed. The kitchen features a huge island with black leathered granite, new stainless steel appliances

911 S 2nd St - Pinnacle - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.5

Very good

911 S 2nd St - Pinnacle

911 S 2nd St, Wilmington, NC 28401

1 bed

1 bath

$1,250

Apartment for rent

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1102 Castle St Unit 202 #202 - Photo 1 of 1
No deposit
New construction

3d ago

South Side apartment for rent in Wilmington

1102 Castle St Unit 202 #202, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | High ceilings

1 bed

1 bath

$1,300

Apartment for rent

Description

Property Status: Active **Deposit free move in for qualified renters. PM firm has partnered with Obligo to help ease our renter's with initial move in costs. For more information please inquire** Welcome to The Royal at MidCastle! One of the newer facade's gracing the Castle Street Arts District, The Royal at MidCastle offers a short walk to local shopping, cafes, arts, and antiques. These apartment homes were thoughtfully designed with luxury urban living in mind. Residents will enjoy soaring 9- and 10-foot ceilings paired with 8-foot interior doors, honed slate kitchen c

203 Wright St Apt 103 #103 - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

South Side apartment for rent in Wilmington

203 Wright St Apt 103 #103, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | High ceilings | Dishwasher

1 bed

1 bath

$1,250

Apartment for rent

Description

Property Status: Active Welcome to Pinnacle Apartments! First floor luxury apartment in downtown Wilmington. Spacious interior with elevated ceiling and high end finishes. LVT through out, stainless appliances, granite counter tops, washer/dryer in the unit, large windows that allow ample lighting. On site parking. Water, sewer, trash, WiFi and basic cable included in lease rate! Office Phone: (910) 763-7500 Copyright © 2026 HIVE MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independent

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911 S 2nd St Apt 206 #206 - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

South Side apartment for rent in Wilmington

911 S 2nd St Apt 206 #206, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Balcony | High ceilings

1 bed

1 bath

$1,250

Apartment for rent

Description

Property Status: Active Welcome to Pinnacle Apartments! 2nd floor Newer luxury apartments in downtown Wilmington. Spacious interior with elevated ceiling and high end finishes. LVT through out, stainless appliances, granite counter tops, washer/dryer in the unit, large windows that allow ample lighting and outdoor balcony. On site parking. Water, sewer, trash, WiFi and basic cable included in lease rate! Office Phone: (910) 763-7500 Copyright © 2026 HIVE MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed

122 S. 9th Street - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.4

Very good

122 S. 9th Street

122 S 9th St, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$1,200

Apartment for rent

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1124 Castle Street - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.3

Very good

1124 Castle Street

1124 Castle Street, Wilmington, NC 28401

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$1,225–$1,550

Apartment for rent

805 & 807 N 4th Street - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.8

Very good

805 & 807 N 4th Street

805 805 & 807 N 4th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave

2 beds

2 baths

$1,950

Condo for rent

708 Dawson St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Side house for rent in Wilmington

SINGLE_FAMILY - Wilmington, NC

708 Dawson St, Wilmington, NC 28401

Ceiling fan | Outdoor space

2 beds

1 bath

$1,300

House for rent

206 Nun St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Side house for rent in Wilmington

206 Nun St, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Furnished | On-site laundry

3 beds

2 baths

$3,500

House for rent

Available Mar 2

1314 Dock St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Side house for rent in Wilmington

1314 Dock St, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | On-site management

2 beds

1 bath

$1,595

House for rent

Available Jan 21

933 S 8th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Side house for rent in Wilmington

SINGLE_FAMILY - Wilmington, NC

933 S 8th St, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony

2 beds

2 baths

$1,750

House for rent

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313 Queen St Unit A #A - Photo 1 of 1
New construction

5d+ ago

South Side apartment for rent in Wilmington

APARTMENT - Wilmington, NC

313 Queen St Unit A #A, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Ceiling fan

1 bed

1 bath

$1,400

$1,200

Price drop

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8 S 7th St Ste A #A - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Side apartment for rent in Wilmington

MULTI_FAMILY - Wilmington, NC

8 S 7th St Ste A #A, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

4 beds

2 baths

$2,400

Apartment for rent

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100 S 11th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Side house for rent in Wilmington

SINGLE_FAMILY - Wilmington, NC

100 S 11th St, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

2 beds

1 bath

$1,500

House for rent

610 S 6th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Side house for rent in Wilmington

SINGLE_FAMILY - Wilmington, NC

610 S 6th St, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Outdoor space

2 beds

1 bath

$1,800

House for rent

607 S 11th St #201 - Photo 1 of 1
New construction

5d+ ago

South Side apartment for rent in Wilmington

607 S 11th Street - Darby - 201

607 S 11th St #201, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

2 beds

2 baths

$1,585

Apartment for rent

Available Feb 5

414 Orange St Apt A #A - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Side apartment for rent in Wilmington

MULTI_FAMILY - Wilmington, NC

414 Orange St Apt A #A, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$1,725

Apartment for rent

915 S 10th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Side house for rent in Wilmington

915 S 10th St

915 S 10th St, Wilmington, NC 28401

Storage | Outdoor space

3 beds

1 bath

$1,800

House for rent

Available Jan 1

218 Castle St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Side house for rent in Wilmington

218 Castle St, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry

3 beds

2 baths

$2,500

House for rent

704 S 15th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Side house for rent in Wilmington

704 S 15th St, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry

3 beds

1 bath

$1,800

House for rent

422 S 7th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Side house for rent in Wilmington

422 S 7th St

422 S 7th St, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

3 beds

2 baths

$2,700

House for rent

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1102 Castle St Unit 306 #306 - Photo 1 of 1
New construction

5d+ ago

South Side apartment for rent in Wilmington

1102 Castle St Unit 306 #306, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | High ceilings

1 bed

1 bath

$1,325

Apartment for rent

501 S 14th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Side house for rent in Wilmington

SINGLE_FAMILY - Wilmington, NC

501 S 14th St, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | Dishwasher

2 beds

2 baths

$1,700

House for rent

1124 Castle St Unit 201 #201 - Photo 1 of 1
No deposit
New construction

5d+ ago

South Side apartment for rent in Wilmington

1124 Castle St Unit 201 #201, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | High ceilings

1 bed

1 bath

$1,550

Apartment for rent

112 S 12th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Side house for rent in Wilmington

SINGLE_FAMILY - Wilmington, NC

112 S 12th St, Wilmington, NC 28401

Ceiling fan

4 beds

2 baths

$2,150

House for rent

607 S 11th St Unit 108 #108 - Photo 1 of 1
No deposit
New construction

5d+ ago

South Side apartment for rent in Wilmington

APARTMENT - Wilmington, NC

607 S 11th St Unit 108 #108, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | High ceilings

2 beds

2 baths

$1,525

Apartment for rent

911 S 2nd St Apt 103 #103 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Side apartment for rent in Wilmington

911 S 2nd St Apt 103 #103, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | High ceilings | Dishwasher

1 bed

1 bath

$1,250

Apartment for rent

110 S 15th St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Side house for rent in Wilmington

SINGLE_FAMILY - Wilmington, NC

110 S 15th St, Wilmington, NC 28401

Furnished | Ceiling fan | Outdoor space

3 beds

2 baths

$2,500

House for rent

304 Marstellar Street - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Side house for rent in Wilmington

304 Marstellar Street, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$995

House for rent

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202 Meares St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Side house for rent in Wilmington

SINGLE_FAMILY - Wilmington, NC

202 Meares St, Wilmington, NC 28401

Outdoor space

3 beds

2 baths

$1,550

House for rent

1124 Castle St Unit A #A - Photo 1 of 1
No deposit
New construction

5d+ ago

South Side apartment for rent in Wilmington

1124 Castle St Unit A #A, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | High ceilings

1 bed

1 bath

$1,285

Apartment for rent

1124 Castle St Unit B #B - Photo 1 of 1
No deposit
New construction

5d+ ago

South Side apartment for rent in Wilmington

1124 Castle St Unit B #B, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | High ceilings

Studio

1 bath

$1,225

Apartment for rent

714 Cronely Aly Unit A #A - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Side apartment for rent in Wilmington

APARTMENT - Wilmington, NC

714 Cronely Aly Unit A #A, Wilmington, NC 28401

Furnished | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$1,600

Apartment for rent

1617 Orange St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

South Side house for rent in Wilmington

1617 Orange St, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Furnished | On-site laundry

3 beds

2 baths

$2,800

House for rent

Available Feb 1

5d+ ago

South Side house for rent in Wilmington

616 S 9th St, Wilmington, NC 28401

In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | High ceilings

2 beds

2 baths

$1,995

House for rent

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South Side, Wilmington apartment availability

South Side, Wilmington offers a good selection of rental listings, with an average of nearly 47 rentals available each month. The neighborhood's rental market primarily features 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments, with a smaller number of 3-bedroom apartments and studios also available. Many of these apartments are pet-friendly, with over 57% allowing small dogs and other small pets. This makes South Side a great option for renters with furry friends. With a range of apartment sizes and pet-friendly amenities, South Side is a neighborhood worth considering for those looking for a new place to call home.

South Side, Wilmington rental market trends

The South Side of Wilmington saw a decline in rent prices over the past year, with an average monthly rent of $1,556, representing an 8.5% decrease. Breaking it down by bedroom count, 1-bedrooms average $1,485 per month, a 9.5% decrease from the previous year. The average rent for a 2-bedroom is around $1,556, while studios average $1,199.

Rent prices in the South Side tend to fluctuate throughout the year, with September typically seeing the highest rent prices, about 8% higher than the lowest month, May. If you're looking for a new apartment, May might be a good time to find a deal. On the other hand, if you're looking to rent out a property, September may be the best time to capitalize on higher demand. Keep in mind that these trends can help inform your decision, but it's essential to stay flexible and adapt to the ever-changing rental market.

Why South Side, Wilmington is a great place to live

South Side, Wilmington, stands out as a neighborhood that seamlessly aligns with the lifestyles and interests of its residents, particularly those who value a vibrant social life and prioritize fitness and wellness.

For those who thrive on social interactions, South Side offers an ideal setting. Its well-designed street infrastructure, array of restaurants, frequent transit options, high walk score, and emphasis on safety create a perfect blend for an active and engaging social life. Whether it's meeting friends at a local eatery or attending community events, there's always something to do.

Fitness enthusiasts will also find South Side appealing, thanks to its comprehensive range of wellness amenities. From onsite gym equipment and health wellness events to fitness classes, wellness programs, and a fully equipped fitness center and gym, staying active is effortless. The presence of grocery stores, farmers' markets, and health food stores further supports a healthy lifestyle, while features like low VOC materials and soundproofing contribute to a comfortable living environment.

Methodology: How we got this data

Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.

Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.

Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.

South Side Apartments for rent FAQ

What is the average size of an apartment in South Side, NC?

The average size of a 1 bedroom apartment rental in South Side is 1485 square feet. The average size of a 2 bedroom apartment rental in South Side is 579 square feet. The average size of a 3 bedroom apartment rental in South Side is 1346 square feet.

Can I afford an apartment for rent in South Side, NC?

To help you better understand how much rent you can afford, check out Zumper's rent calculator. Our rent calculator can help you learn more about South Side average rent prices.

What type of apartment rental is most common in South Side, Wilmington, NC?

1 bedroom apartments are the most common type of rentals in South Side, Wilmington, NC right now.

What type of apartment rental is least common in South Side, Wilmington, NC?

4+ bedroom apartments are the least common type of rentals in South Side, Wilmington, NC right now.

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