The Helmsman - Unclaimed

Zip code 28403 centers on midtown Wilmington around UNC Wilmington, blending leafy historic enclaves like Forest Hills with student-friendly apartments and coastal energy. You’re 10–15 minutes from Wrightsville Beach via Oleander Drive, and everyday errands are easy around Independence Mall, Hanover Center, Long Leaf Mall, and University Commons; groceries and coffee spots include Trader Joe’s, Harris Teeter, and Port City Java, with destination dining at Indochine, Hops Supply Co., and K-38. The Gary Shell Cross-City Trail and Empie Park’s courts and dog park anchor an active, pet-friendly lifestyle, while local breweries like Flying Machine and Wrightsville Beach Brewery add laid-back nightlife. Expect a humid subtropical climate (mild winters, hot breezy summers), and a community that skews a mix of students, young professionals, and families with plenty of parks and bikeable streets. According to Zillow’s recent market trends, the median asking rent in 28403 has hovered around $1,700 over the past few months, with most listings ranging roughly $1,200–$2,400 per month.

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