Average Rent in 28208, Charlotte, NC

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Current Versus Historical 28208, Charlotte, NC Rents

28208 rentals average $1,175 for a studio rental to $2,397 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,798, or roughly $19 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $473 (-28.72%) year-over-year from $1,648 to $1,175. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $30 (3.26%) year-over-year from $920 to $950. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $8 (0.46%) year-over-year from $1,643 to $1,650. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $152 (7.08%) year-over-year from $2,148 to $2,300. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $317 (16.86%) year-over-year from $1,878 to $2,195. 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 up by 4.20% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 11.24% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 9.52% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 9.11% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$28.43	$1,175	$1,648 (-28.72%)	$18,443 (-93.63%)
1 BR	$24.85	$950	$920 (3.26%)	$1,028 (-7.62%)
2 BR	$20.17	$1,650	$1,643 (0.46%)	$1,679 (-1.75%)
3 BR	$18.60	$2,300	$2,148 (7.08%)	$1,802 (27.61%)
4+ BR	$15.60	$2,195	$1,878 (16.86%)	$2,998 (-26.79%)

Historical Rents in 28208, Charlotte, NC

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Top Cities Near 28208

There are a total of 7 cities nearby 28208. The average rent in 28208 is currently $1,885 per month. A total of 3 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Statesville, NC, with an average rent of $1,415, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 28208, Charlotte, NC is Cornelius, NC. Monthly rents here are on average $2,295 per month.

Let's compare 28208, Charlotte, NC's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 39.47% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 28208, Charlotte, NC are about 3.04% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 13.33% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 7 cities near 28208, Charlotte, NC in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Statesville, NC	N/A	$850	$1,072	$1,415
Gastonia, NC	N/A	$1,123	$1,275	$1,550
Mooresville, NC	N/A	$1,330	$1,595	$1,748
Concord, NC	$950	$1,325	$1,450	$1,885
Charlotte, NC	$1,938	$1,650	$1,800	$1,995
Huntersville, NC	$2,485	$2,039	$2,468	$2,153
Cornelius, NC	N/A	$1,295	$1,695	$2,295

Top Neighborhoods Near 28208

There are a total of 3 neighborhoods in or near 28208. Some of these neighborhoods include Fourth Ward, Ballantyne West, and Dilworth. We've included all of these top 3 neighborhoods in or near 28208, Charlotte, NC in the following table.

The average rent for these 3 neighborhoods in or near 28208, Charlotte, NC is currently around $2,195 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 28208's average rent, which is only $1,798. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 28208, Fourth Ward has the most affordable average rent at $1,848 per month. Whereas, at $2,498 average rent per month, Dilworth is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 28208. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Fourth Ward, Charlotte, NC	$1,723	$1,800	$1,962	$1,848
Ballantyne West, Charlotte, NC	$2,200	$1,632	$1,895	$2,195
Dilworth, Charlotte, NC	N/A	$1,718	$2,500	$2,498

Top Counties Near 28208

There are a total of 8 counties located by 28208, Charlotte, NC. Some of these counties include Gaston, NC, Catawba, NC, and Iredell, NC. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $1,961. That's roughly around $15 per sqft. A total of 3 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Gaston, NC. Its average rent per month is $1,665. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,265, Union, NC is the most expensive county by 28208, Charlotte, NC.

Typically, rent for studios in 28208, Charlotte, NC is 35.36% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in 28208, Charlotte, NC is 38.16% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in 28208, Charlotte, NC is 13.37% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Gaston, NC	N/A	$1,045	$1,275	$1,665
Catawba, NC	$694	$1,325	$1,300	$1,723
Iredell, NC	N/A	$978	$1,450	$1,750
Cabarrus, NC	$950	$1,225	$1,400	$1,950
Lincoln, NC	N/A	$1,300	$1,350	$1,973
Mecklenburg, NC	$1,948	$1,740	$1,827	$2,039
York, SC	$825	$1,350	$1,700	$2,250
Union, NC	$1,846	$1,517	$2,000	$2,265

Top Zipcodes Near 28208

There are a total of 19 zipcodes in or near 28208, Charlotte, NC. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,997. One zipcode has 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 $1,677 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $2,992 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 28208, Charlotte, NC is $1,679 per month. Or in other words, $24 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,684 per month. Which comes out to $18 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 28208, Charlotte, NC. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
28202, Charlotte, NC	$2,040	$1,848	$2,634	$2,353
28203, Charlotte, NC	N/A	$1,802	$2,600	$2,992
28205, Charlotte, NC	$995	$1,425	$1,650	$1,893
28216, Mecklenburg County, NC	$3,300	$1,840	$1,673	$1,925
28217, Charlotte, NC	N/A	$1,716	$1,823	$2,100
28214, Charlotte, NC	N/A	$1,342	$1,684	$1,925
28206, Charlotte, NC	$1,925	$1,713	$2,175	$1,930
28273, Charlotte, NC	N/A	$1,432	$1,600	$1,995
28078, Huntersville, NC	$2,485	$2,039	$2,468	$2,155
28277, Charlotte, NC	$2,200	$1,750	$1,900	$2,300

Frequently Asked Questions - 28208 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 28208, Charlotte, NC?

The average monthly rental price for 28208, Charlotte, NC apartments for rent is approximately $1,798. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 28208, Charlotte, 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 28208, Charlotte, NC.

How much is a studio apartment in 28208, Charlotte, NC?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,175 and an average price per square feet of $28.43. There are a total of 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 28208.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 28208, Charlotte, NC?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $950 and an average price per square feet of $24.85. There are a total of 22 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 28208.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 28208, Charlotte, NC?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,645 and an average price per square feet of $20.17. There are a total of 56 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 28208.

How have rent prices in 28208, Charlotte, NC changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 28208, Charlotte, NC can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.29%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.03%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.07% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 28208, Charlotte, NC?

A reasonable rent price in 28208, Charlotte, NC is around $1,438/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.