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Monthly Rent
$1,505 - $3,716
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Bedrooms
Studio - 3 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
631 - 1,395 sq ft
Highlights
- Top Rated by Renters
- High Ceilings
- Pool
- Spa
- Walking/Biking Trails
- Dog Park
- Gated
- Elevator
- Balcony
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 1-1223price $1,555square feet 669availibility Now
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Unit 1-1213price $1,545square feet 669availibility Aug 17
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Unit 1-1423price $1,570square feet 669availibility Aug 21
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Unit 1-1105price $1,795square feet 1,070availibility Jun 24
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Unit 1-1330price $1,620square feet 810availibility Jun 27
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Unit 1-1301price $1,580square feet 810availibility Jul 9
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Unit 2-2219price $1,540square feet 810availibility Jul 25
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Unit 2-2402price $1,540square feet 730availibility Jul 8
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Unit 1-1146price $1,675square feet 898availibility Jul 9
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Unit 1-1342price $1,640square feet 898availibility Jul 11
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Unit 1-1446price $1,660square feet 898availibility Aug 7
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Unit 1-1229price $1,595square feet 834availibility Aug 6
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Unit 2-2317price $1,520square feet 834availibility Aug 13
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Unit 2-2115price $1,555square feet 834availibility Aug 15
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Unit 2-2220price $2,095square feet 1,159availibility Jun 26
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Unit 1-1405price $2,070square feet 1,159availibility Jul 3
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Unit 1-1233price $2,015square feet 1,143availibility Aug 7
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Unit 1-1327price $1,980square feet 1,133availibility Aug 7
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Unit 1-1303price $2,080square feet 1,194availibility Aug 7
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Unit 1-1338price $2,440square feet 1,378availibility Aug 10
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Unit 1-1223price $1,555square feet 669availibility Now
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Unit 1-1213price $1,545square feet 669availibility Aug 17
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Unit 1-1423price $1,570square feet 669availibility Aug 21
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Unit 1-1105price $1,795square feet 1,070availibility Jun 24
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Unit 1-1330price $1,620square feet 810availibility Jun 27
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Unit 1-1301price $1,580square feet 810availibility Jul 9
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Unit 2-2219price $1,540square feet 810availibility Jul 25
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Unit 2-2402price $1,540square feet 730availibility Jul 8
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Unit 1-1146price $1,675square feet 898availibility Jul 9
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Unit 1-1342price $1,640square feet 898availibility Jul 11
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Unit 1-1446price $1,660square feet 898availibility Aug 7
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Unit 1-1229price $1,595square feet 834availibility Aug 6
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Unit 2-2317price $1,520square feet 834availibility Aug 13
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Unit 2-2115price $1,555square feet 834availibility Aug 15
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Unit 2-2220price $2,095square feet 1,159availibility Jun 26
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Unit 1-1405price $2,070square feet 1,159availibility Jul 3
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Unit 1-1233price $2,015square feet 1,143availibility Aug 7
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Unit 1-1327price $1,980square feet 1,133availibility Aug 7
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Unit 1-1303price $2,080square feet 1,194availibility Aug 7
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Unit 1-1338price $2,440square feet 1,378availibility Aug 10
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.
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One-Time Basics
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Due at Application
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Application Fee Per ApplicantCharged per applicant.$75
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Due at Move-In
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Administrative FeeCharged per unit.$250
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Due at Application
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Other
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Storage UnitOur storage units are between $35-$125.
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Facilities FeeA $15 facilities fee is added to your rent each month, which covers the apartment home. You may choose to acquire renter's insurance to cover your personal belongings, but this is not required. Charged per unit.$15
Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Details
Lease Options
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3 - 15 Month Leases
Property Information
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Built in 2023
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262 units/4 stories
About The Helmsman
The Helmsman apartments have it all. 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 our website to learn more about this amazing community and set up a personal tour today!
The Helmsman is an apartment community located in New Hanover County and the 28403 ZIP Code. This area is served by the New Hanover County School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Air conditioner
- Ceiling fan in bedrooms and living room
- Coffee Lounge
- Direct access to City Trail and Empie Park
- Dog park with two dog runs
- Expansive kitchen islands in select apartments
- Full-size washer and dryer included
- Gated Parking for Residents
- Gourmet kitchens with stainless steel appliances
- High speed internet connections
- Interior corridors
- Large closets
- Modern studio to three-bedroom floor plans
- Outdoor fire pit area with seating
- Outdoor kitchen with seating area
- Pet spa
- Private access to shopping centers
- Private patio or balcony in select apartments
- Quartz counters with undermount sinks
- Serene courtyards
- Skylounge
- Walk-in showers in select apartments
- Wood-inspired plank flooring
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Elevator
Clubhouse
- Package Service
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Fitness Center
- Spa
- Pool
- Walking/Biking Trails
- Gated
- Courtyard
- Dog Park
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Microwave
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- High Ceilings
- Balcony
"Wilmington trades on its place where a storied past and a coastal outlook shape the rhythm of everyday life. The Cape Fear River frames the city's western edge while the Atlantic sits just minutes away, anchoring an identity built on maritime history and outdoor freedom. The University of North Carolina Wilmington draws scholars and researchers to the city's academic scene, while major employers like Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center and the Port of Wilmington keep the local economy grounded. The result is a city that balances ambition with an unhurried, salt-air ease that few places can match.
Neighborhoods here tell very different stories. The Brooklyn Arts District hums with creative energy and live music, the historic downtown district spans more than 230 blocks of preserved architecture, and the waterfront community of Riverlights brings a quieter, river-facing pace to daily life.
Learn more about living in Wilmington- Package Service
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Clubhouse
- Lounge
- Gated
- Courtyard
- Dog Park
- Fitness Center
- Spa
- Pool
- Walking/Biking Trails
- Air conditioner
- Ceiling fan in bedrooms and living room
- Coffee Lounge
- Direct access to City Trail and Empie Park
- Dog park with two dog runs
- Expansive kitchen islands in select apartments
- Full-size washer and dryer included
- Gated Parking for Residents
- Gourmet kitchens with stainless steel appliances
- High speed internet connections
- Interior corridors
- Large closets
- Modern studio to three-bedroom floor plans
- Outdoor fire pit area with seating
- Outdoor kitchen with seating area
- Pet spa
- Private access to shopping centers
- Private patio or balcony in select apartments
- Quartz counters with undermount sinks
- Serene courtyards
- Skylounge
- Walk-in showers in select apartments
- Wood-inspired plank flooring
- High Speed Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- High Ceilings
- Balcony
| Monday | 9am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 5pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 8 min | 2.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 9.8 mi |
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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The Helmsman does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Parking is available at The Helmsman. Contact this property for details.
The Helmsman has studios to three-bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,505/mo. to $3,716/mo.
Yes, The Helmsman welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,505 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $60,200 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
The Helmsman is offering Specials for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $1,505.
Yes! The Helmsman offers 20 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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What is a Sound Score Rating?
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