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201 N Front St Suite 205, Wilmington, NC 28401
Keyrenter Wilmington Property Management is a Wilmington office of the Keyrenter franchise offering full-service property management for first-time landlords and experienced investors.
Review summary: Reviewers often mention friendly staff, attention to detail and a reliable, responsive team that is easy to work with.
Serves the Wilmington area · no public office address, so no map pin
Beacon Properties is a Wilmington-based company serving the Kings Grant area, providing long-term management of single-family rental homes with leasing and maintenance.
In their words: “Our core expertise lies in the meticulous management of long-term residential rental properties.”
Review summary: Reviewers often describe responsive, honest and easy-to-work-with management that keeps in close touch.
1901 Kent St Ste A, Wilmington, NC 28403
Aloha Wilmington Real Estate is a full-service brokerage and property management firm managing residential and commercial properties in Wilmington and New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties, with marketing, tenant screening, rent collection and inspections.
In their words: “We handle proactive maintenance and emergency repairs while conducting biannual inspections and impromptu visits to keep a close watch on your property.”
Review summary: Reviewers, tenants and owners alike, describe a supportive, communicative and responsive team.
5710 Oleander Dr #108, Wilmington, NC 28403
Cotton Property Management is a Wilmington company managing long-term, unfurnished single-family homes, townhouses, condos and small multifamily properties, with maintenance and rent collection; it does not manage short-term rentals.
In their words: “We offer professional property management services for long-term, unfurnished rentals in the greater Wilmington, NC area.”
Review summary: Reviewers often mention helpful, kind staff, quick responses, good tenant placement and an easy process.
100C Old Eastwood Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403
Real Property Management Champion is a veteran and locally owned Wilmington office of the Real Property Management franchise, managing single-family homes in Wilmington, Jacksonville and New Hanover County with tenant screening, leasing and maintenance.
Review summary: Reviewers often mention efficiency, responsiveness, punctuality and a capable maintenance team.
1213 Culbreth Dr #447, Wilmington, NC 28405
Seahaven Properties is a Wilmington company managing vacation, Airbnb and long-term rentals in Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, Leland and Hampstead, with marketing and booking handled by a small local team.
In their words: “Every home receives hands-on attention, proactive maintenance, and thoughtful service from our small local team.”
Review summary: Guests and owners describe attentive, communicative managers who care for homes as if they were their own.
1001 Military Cutoff Rd, Wilmington, NC 28405
Innovate Property Management is a Wilmington company offering full-service management of single-family homes, duplexes and apartments in New Hanover, Pender and Brunswick counties, with leasing, maintenance and owner statements.
Review summary: Reviewers, owners and renters alike, describe a responsive, reliable manager and a fast, easy leasing process.
401 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Water Pointe Properties is a Wilmington full-service company managing long-term rentals, with rental market analysis, advertising, tenant screening, lease preparation and rent collection, plus help for buyers and sellers.
In their words: “At Water Pointe Properties, we take care of every detail so you don’t have to.”
Review summary: Reviewers, many of them owners, describe an attentive, responsive team that handles issues quickly.
Serves the Wilmington area · no public office address, so no map pin
Brentwood Properties is a full-service property management company serving the Wilmington area, working with private owners to manage and lease their rental properties.
Review summary: Reviewers often describe a punctual, professional leasing agent who is knowledgeable and helpful with showings and leasing.
4604 Franklin Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403
Stokley Property Management is a Wilmington company managing single-family homes in Wilmington and Leland, with leasing, marketing, investment planning and real estate sales.
In their words: “Our agents bring years of expertise in property management, listing and buyer representation, as well as strategic real estate investment planning.”
Review summary: Most reviewers, including long-time owners and tenants, describe an attentive, honest and hard-working team.
Landfall Executive Suites, 1213 Culbreth Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405
TradeMark Residential has a Wilmington office and manages apartments, multifamily and single-family homes in North and South Carolina, with leasing, tenant screening and marketing.
In their words: “What we bring to the owners and investors who trust us with their real estate assets is expertise, relationships that lead to results, and full-service property management support.”
Review summary: Reviewers describe friendly, professional and responsive staff who handle leasing and maintenance well.
Wilmington Realty Property Management has served Wilmington since 1985 as a company focused exclusively on property management, leasing apartments and houses in Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach and Brunswick and Pender counties.
Review summary: Reviewers often mention kind staff, an easy leasing and application process and quick responses.
6014 Wrightsville Ave STE 120, Wilmington, NC 28403
Ultimate Property Management is a family-owned Wilmington company established in 2012, managing long-term, mid-term and vacation rental homes and commercial properties in New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties.
In their words: “We specialize in full service property management, in the tri-county area (New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender).”
Review summary: Reviewers often mention good communication, responsive staff and an easy process for renting condos and homes.
210 N 6th St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Delmar Properties is a Wilmington company offering residential rentals and real estate sales in New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties.
In their words: “We are a full service organization offering years of experience in real estate listings, sales, and rentals.”
Review summary: Most reviewers, including long-time owners, describe an attentive, reliable manager and a helpful team.
5710 Oleander Dr #101, Wilmington, NC 28403
Sea Coast Rentals has an office in Wilmington and offers residential property management for long-term, short-term and vacation properties along the coast, including Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Topsail Island, Surf City and Oak Island.
Review summary: Reviewers often mention courteous staff, timely repairs by helpful technicians and good long-term renting experiences.
6209 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC 28403
Reliant Realty has operated in the Wilmington and Raleigh areas for over 15 years, offering full-service management of single-family long-term rentals as well as tenant procurement and maintenance.
In their words: “We serve a growing need for a professional investment property management company that specializes in residential long-term rentals.”
Review summary: Most reviewers, many of them owners, describe attentive managers, fast maintenance and good tenant placement.
301 Government Center Dr Ste 200, Wilmington, NC 28403
Bode Realty and Property Solutions is a Wilmington full-service real estate company offering short-term and long-term rental property management and brokerage for buyers and sellers.
Serves the Wilmington area · no public office address, so no map pin
Bridger Property Management is a property management company serving the Wilmington area; its listing gives few further details about the properties or services it handles.
1213 Culbreth Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405
Coast & Country Property Management is a Wilmington company offering property management, rentals and real estate sales along the North Carolina coast.
Serves the Wilmington area · no public office address, so no map pin
Cove + Bloom Hosting is a short-term rental hosting and management company serving the Wilmington area; its listing gives few further details about its services.
Serves the Wilmington area · no public office address, so no map pin
Elite Estate Management is a property management company serving the Wilmington area; its listing gives few further details about the properties or services it handles.
Serves the Wilmington area · no public office address, so no map pin
Island Time Concierge is a property management and concierge company serving the Wilmington area; its listing gives few further details about the properties or services it handles.
Serves the Wilmington area · no public office address, so no map pin
Rentbotics is a property management company serving the Wilmington area; its listing gives few further details about the properties or services it handles.
Serves the Wilmington area · no public office address, so no map pin
Thrive Property Management serves the Wilmington area, managing single-family homes and small multifamily properties with full-service management, leasing, rent collection, financial reporting and a lease-only option.
1612 Military Cutoff Rd Ste 101, Wilmington, NC 28403
SPM Residential Services is a Wilmington company offering full-service management of single-family homes and tenant placement in Wilmington, Hampstead and Southeastern North Carolina.
In their words: “Perhaps one of the most valuable services we offer is to be your representative for all matters relating to your property.”
Review summary: Reviewers often mention quick, efficient handling of issues and good customer service, though a few report poor communication.
PM Real Estate, founded in 2013 as an affiliate of Priestly Management Company, has an office in Wilmington and manages residential and commercial properties with leasing, rent collection, owner statements and maintenance.
In their words: “Let us worry about managing your investment so you can focus on what’s important.”
Review summary: Most reviewers, including owners, describe a professional, attentive and easy-to-reach company.
DDH Realty is a Wilmington company started in 2010 that manages and leases residential rentals and collects rent for owners, and is a member of state and local property management associations.
Review summary: Most reviewers, including long-time owners and tenants, describe a prompt, dependable property manager.
6841 Wrightsville Ave #102, Wilmington, NC 28403
Intracoastal Long-Term Rentals is a Wilmington company leasing houses, condos, townhomes, duplexes and apartments in Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and Leland, including furnished rentals with three to twelve month terms.
Review summary: Most reviewers describe a pleasant, quick rental process and responsive staff, including owners who rented out homes.
4900 Randall Pkwy Ste A, Wilmington, NC 28403
Unlimited Property Solutions is a Wilmington company managing single-family, multifamily, HOA and commercial properties in Wilmington, Leland and Hampstead, with marketing, tenant screening, rent collection and maintenance.
Review summary: Most reviewers describe a professional, responsive local team, though a few report problems with home conditions.
Shaw Real Estate is a Wilmington company founded in 2010, managing apartments, single-family homes and beach homes in Wilmington, New Hanover County, Leland, Calabash and Brunswick County, with showings, maintenance and leasing.
208 Treadwell St, Wilmington, NC 28403
Dianne Perry & Co is a family-owned Wilmington company providing full-service property management tailored to each owner, with an emphasis on communication.
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Rents in Wilmington are $6 below the New Hanover County typical.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Rent rose in 9 of the last 12 months: +$79 in all since Oct 2025.
Green: rent went up that month. Grey: it went down.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Wilmington's typical asking rent is $6 (0.3%) below the county. The gap is shrinking compared with a year ago.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Rents here usually rise most in March, April and May, so those are good months to list your rental.
Average change from the month before, 11 years of data.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Past growth, not a forecast. Rents can go down as well as up. Your own rent depends on the home, its condition and the lease.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
| City | Typical rent | 1 year | Managers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington | $1,713 | +4.8% | 31 |
| Leland | $1,697 | +4.0% | 0 |
| Carolina Beach | $2,347 | 0 | |
| Hampstead | $1,985 | +8.2% | 4 |
| Surf City | $2,005 | +4.5% | 2 |
| Sneads Ferry | $1,868 | +6.7% | 4 |
| Jacksonville | $1,421 | +4.0% | 17 |
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, data through September 2026. Managers listed: our directory, October 2026.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024.
Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Fair Market Rents for fiscal year 2027, Wilmington, NC HUD Metro FMR Area. Used to set Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) limits.
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Compare the 31 property management companies in Wilmington, New Hanover County. Tick up to 3 to see them side by side, then request free quotes from all of them in one step. Highly rated managers based nearby, in Hampstead, are listed below the local companies.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Wilmington is $1,713 (September 2026); +4.8% over the past year and +22.3% over five years. About 52.4% of homes in Wilmington are rented, and the rental vacancy rate is 4.8% (Census, 2020-2024).
We list 31 property management companies in Wilmington, NC: 23 with an office in the city and 8 that serve the area from elsewhere or without a public office address.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Wilmington was $1,713 a month in September 2026, +4.8% on a year earlier.
Over the 11 years Zillow has tracked, asking rents here have risen most in March, April and May. Listing in those months can help, but every property is different.
Fees depend on the company, the property and the services you need, and few companies publish them. Ask for a written quote that lists the monthly fee, leasing fee and any other charges. You can request quotes from up to 3 managers at once on this page.
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