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.
Apartment for rent
Special offer
$1,500+/mo
422 S 3rd St #EE58BF77D, Wilmington, NC 28401
3beds
794sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Apartment
Available now
Cats, dogs OK
Central air
In unit laundry
-- Parking
Electric
What's special
Historic detailsBeautifully restored windowsIn-unit laundryStainless-steel appliancesDecorative fireplacesRefinished original hardwood flooring
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 794 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Features
- Exterior features: Availability 24 Hours, Heating: Electric, Online Maintenance Portal, Online Rent Payment, Street parking, View Type: City
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City View
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Details
- Building name: Cape Fear Apartments
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Wilmington
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
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10/2/2025 | Price change | $1,500-7.7%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
9/25/2025 | Price change | $1,625-4.4%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
9/18/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,700$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals |
Neighborhood: Old Wilmington
- Special offer! Flexible move-in dates and lease terms
- One month free for leases that start by 10/1/2025 and end 9/30/2026
- Two months free for leases that start by 10/1/2025 and end 9/30/2027