Average Rent in 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC

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Current Versus Historical 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC Rents

28031 rentals average $1,250 for a 1-bedroom rental to $4,500 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,100, or roughly $20 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in September 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $0 (0.00%) year-over-year from $850 to $850. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $468 (-27.26%) year-over-year from $1,718 to $1,250. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $403 (-18.71%) year-over-year from $2,153 to $1,750. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $273 (11.83%) year-over-year from $2,303 to $2,575. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $2,592 (76.04%) year-over-year from $3,408 to $6,000. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.47% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 16.60% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 38.22% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Sep 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$24.44	$1,250	$1,718 (-27.26%)	$1,905 (-34.38%)
2 BR	$18.21	$1,750	$2,153 (-18.71%)	$1,831 (-4.42%)
3 BR	$20.69	$2,575	$2,303 (11.83%)	$2,324 (10.79%)
4+ BR	$19.73	$6,000	$3,408 (76.04%)	$2,603 (130.49%)

Historical Rents in 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC

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Top Cities Near 28031

There are a total of 6 cities nearby 28031. The average rent in 28031 is currently $1,963 per month. A total of 4 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Gastonia, NC, with an average rent of $1,465, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC is Huntersville, NC. Monthly rents here are on average $2,415 per month.

Let's compare 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 2.40% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC are about 3.26% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 17.30% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 6 cities near 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Gastonia, NC	N/A	$1,070	$1,250	$1,465
Mooresville, NC	N/A	$1,310	$1,623	$1,840
Concord, NC	N/A	$973	$1,563	$1,875
Charlotte, NC	$1,385	$1,600	$1,800	$2,050
Cornelius, NC	N/A	$1,250	$1,788	$2,150
Huntersville, NC	N/A	$1,672	$1,850	$2,415

Top Neighborhoods Near 28031

There are a total of 2 neighborhoods in or near 28031. Some of these neighborhoods include Ballantyne West and Dilworth. We've included all of these top 2 neighborhoods in or near 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC in the following table.

The average rent for these 2 neighborhoods in or near 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC is currently around $2,243 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Meaning, only a single neighborhood out of these neighborhoods has a higher average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 28031's average rent, which is only $2,100. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 28031, Ballantyne West has the most affordable average rent at $1,986 per month. Whereas, at $2,500 average rent per month, Dilworth is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 28031. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Ballantyne West, Charlotte, NC	$2,200	$1,655	$1,850	$1,986
Dilworth, Charlotte, NC	N/A	$1,795	$2,400	$2,500

Top Counties Near 28031

There are a total of 9 counties located by 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC. Some of these counties include Rowan, NC, Gaston, NC, and Catawba, NC. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $1,800. That's roughly around $15 per sqft. A total of 6 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Rowan, NC. Its average rent per month is $1,550. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,399, Union, NC is the most expensive county by 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC is 8.00% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC is 20.57% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Rowan, NC	N/A	$800	$1,200	$1,550
Gaston, NC	N/A	$995	$1,300	$1,613
Catawba, NC	N/A	$1,150	$1,295	$1,649
Lincoln, NC	$1,500	N/A	$1,275	$1,800
Iredell, NC	N/A	$1,200	$1,423	$1,800
Cabarrus, NC	N/A	$995	$1,400	$2,050
Mecklenburg, NC	$1,385	$1,600	$1,800	$2,140
York, SC	$850	$1,270	$1,600	$2,300
Union, NC	N/A	$2,732	$1,643	$2,399

Top Zipcodes Near 28031

There are a total of 20 zipcodes in or near 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,075. A total of 13 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 28115, Iredell County, NC at $1,800 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,019 per month is 28203, Charlotte, NC.

Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC is $1,530 per month. Or in other words, $25 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,716 per month. Which comes out to $19 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
28078, Huntersville, NC	N/A	$1,637	$1,942	$2,500
28269, Charlotte, NC	N/A	$1,399	$1,750	$2,100
28216, Mecklenburg County, NC	N/A	$1,035	$1,345	$2,050
28117, Iredell County, NC	N/A	$1,626	$1,647	$2,100
28202, Charlotte, NC	$1,773	$1,750	$2,400	$2,250
28208, Charlotte, NC	$1,175	$1,100	$1,599	$1,800
28262, Charlotte, NC	N/A	$1,472	$1,695	$1,975
28205, Charlotte, NC	$995	$1,240	$1,650	$1,900
28213, Charlotte, NC	N/A	$1,150	$1,560	$1,875
28027, Cabarrus County, NC	N/A	$1,650	$1,613	$2,100

Frequently Asked Questions - 28031 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC?

The average monthly rental price for 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC apartments for rent is approximately $2,100. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,250 and an average price per square feet of $24.44. There are a total of 3 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 28031.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,763 and an average price per square feet of $18.21. There are a total of 30 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 28031.

How have rent prices in 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.00%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.27%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.19%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.12% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC?

A reasonable rent price in 28031, Mecklenburg County, NC is around $1,680/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.