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1.7 miles to University of North Carolina Wilmington

Rent Specials

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Floor Plan Models and Units
Number of BedroomsNumber of BathroomsRent RangeSquare FootageName of Floor PlanUnit NumberAvailabilityNewly AddedView More Details
Beds Baths Rent Sq. Ft. Availability
1 Bathroom $1,379 - $3,691 669 Available Now
Available Now $1,379 - $3,691 669Sq. Ft.
1 Bathroom $1,550 - $2,959 822 - 834 Available Now
Available Now $1,550 - $2,959 822 - 834Sq. Ft.
1 Bathroom $1,728 - $3,609 898 12/10/24
12/10/24 $1,728 - $3,609 898Sq. Ft.
2 Bathrooms $1,687 - $2,566 1,143 - 1,159 Available Now
Available Now $1,687 - $2,566 1,143 - 1,159Sq. Ft.
2 Bathrooms $1,730 - $2,689 1,110 Available Now
Available Now $1,730 - $2,689 1,110Sq. Ft.
2 Bathrooms $2,366 - $8,412 1,395 Available Now
Available Now $2,366 - $8,412 1,395Sq. Ft.
* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Convenient For

  • Faculty/Staff
  • Graduate Students
  • Undergraduates

Lease Terms

  • 12 month lease
  • Academic Year
  • Flexible/Other lease
  • Semester

Expenses

Recurring
Recurring
Expense TypeFee
Cat and Dog Rent$30
One-Time
One-Time
Expense TypeFee
Cat and Dog Fee$400
Admin Fee$200
Application Fee$75
Security Deposit$250

Apartment Description

The Helmsman apartments have it all. Setting a new standard in residential design, this is the premier apartment community in Wilmington, NC. With top-performing appliances, designer finishes, and inviting amenity spaces, everything you’ve always... wanted is here. Residents will love having shopping, dining, and entertainment options nearby. Living at The Helmsman gives you more time for leisure, more time to engage with friends, and more time to embrace the casual, yet sophisticated lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of. Choose a studio, one-, two-, or three-bedroom floor plan — each tailored for the way you live — and immerse yourself in this incredible living experience. Especially for you. Explore to learn more about this amazing community and set up a personal tour today!

Office Hours

Sunday1:00 PM5:00 PM
Monday9:00 AM6:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM6:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM6:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM6:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM6:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM5:00 PM

Contact

Preferred Apartment Communities

Amenities

Services

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Controlled Access
  • Dog Park
  • Key Fob Entry
  • Maintenance on site
  • On-Site Retail
  • Online Services
  • Package Service
  • Pet Play Area
  • Pet Washing Station
  • Planned Social Activities
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Wi-Fi

Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Double Vanities
  • Framed Mirrors
  • Heating
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Smoke Free
  • Sprinkler System
  • Tub/Shower
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Wi-Fi

Unique Features

  • Available 14ft Ceilings
  • Built in Coat and Shoe Shelving Available
  • Ceiling Fan in Bedrooms and Living Room
  • Coffee Lounge
  • Credit Reporting on Rental Payment History
  • Direct Access to City Trail and Empie Park
  • Dog Park & Paw Spa
  • Elevator Access to All Apartments
  • Expansive Kitchen Islands Available
  • Gourmet Kitchens with Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Indoor/Outdoor Yoga Studio
  • Interior Corridors
  • Modern Studio, 1, 2, and 3 Bedroom Floor Plans
  • Outdoor Fire Pit Area with Seating
  • Outdoor Kitchen with Seating Area

Outdoor Space

  • Balcony
  • Cabana
  • Courtyard
  • Deck
  • Gated
  • Grill
  • Patio
  • Picnic Area
  • Porch
  • Roof Terrace
  • Sundeck
  • Zen Garden

Living Space

  • Built-In Bookshelves
  • Carpet
  • Den
  • Double Pane Windows
  • High Ceilings
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Linen Closet
  • Office
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Views
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Window Coverings

Interior

  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Conference Rooms
  • Elevator
  • Lounge

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Freezer
  • Ice Maker
  • Island Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Pantry
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Fitness & Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Walking/Biking Trails

Parking

Unassigned Surface Lot Parking

Security

  • Controlled Access
  • Gated Community

Pet Policy

Cats and Dogs Allowed

  • $30Monthly Pet Rent
  • $400Fee
  • 2Pet Limit

Shopping Centers

Oleander PlaceWalk: 9 min (0.5 mi)
Hanover CenterWalk: 6 min (0.3 mi)
Coastal Plaza 2Walk: 12 min (0.7 mi)

Airports

Wilmington InternationalDrive: 18 min (7.2 mi)

Colleges and Universities Nearby

UNC WilmingtonWalk: 51 min (2.7 mi)
Cape Fear C.C., DowntownDrive: 9 min (4.2 mi)
Cape Fear C.C., North CampusDrive: 18 min (9.8 mi)

Parks and Recreation

Cape Fear Museum of History & ScienceWalk: 52 min (2.7 mi)
Children's Museum of WilmingtonWalk: 59 min (3.1 mi)
New Hanover County ArboretumDrive: 8 min (4.2 mi)
Airlie GardensDrive: 11 min (5.4 mi)

Schools

John T Hoggard High
Grades 9-12
Public
7
Out of 10
Williston Middle
Grades 6-8
Public
2
Out of 10
Winter Park Model Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
9
Out of 10
Rachel Freeman Elementary
Grades PK-5
Public
2
Out of 10
Learning Foundations School
Grades 3-12
Private
NR
Out of 10
Children's Schoolhouse
Grades K
Private
NR
Out of 10
Wilmington Sda School
Grades 1-8
Private
NR
Out of 10
Calvary Christian School
Grades PK-11
Private
NR
Out of 10
Cape Fear Academy
Grades PK-12
Private
NR
Out of 10

Ratings

Somewhat Walkable

62

Walk Score ®

Out of 100

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.

Some Transit

26

Transit Score ®

Out of 100

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Very Bikeable

74

Bike Score ®

Out of 100

This area is very Bikable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.