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  • Special offer

    Cape Fear Apartments

    422 S 3rd St, Wilmington, NC 28401

    • Special offer! Flexible move-in dates and lease terms
    • One month free for 12 month lease
    • Two months free for 24 month lease
    Apartment building
    1-3 beds
    Pet-friendly
    Air conditioning (central)
    In-unit laundry (W/D)

    Available units

    Price may not include required fees and charges
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Unit
    , sortable column
    Sqft, sortable columnAvailable, sortable columnBase rent, sorted ascending
    181 bd, 1 ba
    634
    Now
    $1,450+
    480
    Now
    $1,500+
    734
    Now
    $1,600+
    795
    Now
    $1,650+

    What's special

    Beautifully restored windowsStainless-steel appliancesRefinished original hardwood flooringDecorative fireplacesHistoric detailsIn-unit laundry
    Welcome to the Cape Fear Apartments, a unique historic experience with all modern upgrades located at the gateway of Wilmington's Downtown Historic District. Cape Fear offers 17 newly renovated residential apartments with a mix of one, two, and three bedrooms. Each unit offers original touches including decorative fireplaces, beautifully restored windows, refinished original hardwood flooring, and historic details that date back due to the building's origin. All apartments have in-unit laundry, energy efficient electric heating & cooling, and stainless-steel appliances. Further amenities include a common laundry area with a lounge for tenant convenience. Located in the heart of historic downtown Wilmington, the Cape Fear Apartments were originally built in 19011 and have been a staple in the community for well over 100 years. You will be delighted to live in a piece of Wilmington history, rich with culture and character. This welcoming community features abundant restaurants, breweries, bars, cafes, and boutiques; all within close distance. You will find residents and tourists alike enjoying the scenic views from Riverfront Park or enjoying the many museums and tours the city has to offer.

    Office hours

    DayOpen hours
    Mon - Fri:9 am - 5 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Other
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Services & facilities
    • 24 Hour Maintenance
    • Online Maintenance Portal
    • Online Rent Payment
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    • City

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    • Dryer
    • Freezer
    • Microwave Oven
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Washer
    Cooling
    • Central Air Conditioning
    Flooring
    • Hardwood
    • Tile
    Heating
    • Electric

    Policies

    Pets
    Large dogs
    • Allowed
    Cats
    • Allowed
    Small dogs
    • Allowed

    Neighborhood: Old Wilmington

    Areas of interest

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    Travel times

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    85 / 100
    Very Walkable
    39 / 100
    Some Transit
    87 / 100
    Very Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Wilmington

    GreatSchools rating

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of Cape Fear Apartments?

    Cape Fear Apartments has a walk score of 85, it's very walkable.

    What is the transit score of Cape Fear Apartments?

    Cape Fear Apartments has a transit score of 39, it has some transit.

    What schools are assigned to Cape Fear Apartments?

    The schools assigned to Cape Fear Apartments include Annie H Snipes Elementary, Williston Middle, and New Hanover High.

    Does Cape Fear Apartments have in-unit laundry?

    Yes, Cape Fear Apartments has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.

    What neighborhood is Cape Fear Apartments in?

    Cape Fear Apartments is in the Old Wilmington neighborhood in Wilmington, NC.

    Does Cape Fear Apartments have virtual tours available?

    Yes, 3D and virtual tours are available for Cape Fear Apartments.

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