Average Rent in Charlotte, NC

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Current Versus Historical Charlotte, NC Rents

Charlotte rentals average $1,938 for a studio rental to $2,695 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,995, or roughly $18 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have risen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $3,255 (-62.69%) year-over-year from $5,193 to $1,938. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $119 (7.76%) year-over-year from $1,531 to $1,650. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $1 (-0.05%) year-over-year from $1,801 to $1,800. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $53 (2.58%) year-over-year from $2,047 to $2,100. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $167 (6.58%) year-over-year from $2,533 to $2,700. 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 up by 11.48% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.10% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.85% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.47% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 5.57% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Oct 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $25.71 $1,938 $5,193 (-62.69%) $1,730 (12.02%)
1 BR $27.55 $1,650 $1,531 (7.76%) $1,641 (0.57%)
2 BR $19.81 $1,800 $1,801 (-0.05%) $1,766 (1.95%)
3 BR $17.04 $2,100 $2,047 (2.58%) $2,021 (3.93%)
4+ BR $15.04 $2,700 $2,533 (6.58%) $2,567 (5.19%)

Historical Rents in Charlotte, NC

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Top Cities Near Charlotte

There are a total of 6 cities nearby Charlotte. The average rent in Charlotte is currently $1,816 per month. A total of 4 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 Charlotte, NC is Cornelius, NC. Monthly rents here are on average $2,295 per month.

Let's compare Charlotte, NC's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 20.61% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Charlotte, NC are about 15.42% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 8.17% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 6 cities near 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
Huntersville, NC $2,485 $2,039 $2,468 $2,153
Cornelius, NC N/A $1,295 $1,695 $2,295

Top Neighborhoods Near Charlotte

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

The average rent for these 3 neighborhoods in or near Charlotte, NC is currently around $2,195 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Meaning, only two neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,195. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Charlotte's average rent, which is only $1,995. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Charlotte, 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 Charlotte. 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 Charlotte

There are a total of 8 counties located by 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 5 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 Charlotte, NC.

Typically, rent for studios in Charlotte, NC is 60.80% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Charlotte, NC is 20.45% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Charlotte, NC is 20.83% 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 Charlotte

There are a total of 20 zipcodes in or near Charlotte, NC. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $1,996. A total of 10 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 $1,677 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 Charlotte, NC is $1,634 per month. Or in other words, $25 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $1,678 per month. Which comes out to $18 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 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
28205, Charlotte, NC $995 $1,425 $1,650 $1,893
28203, Charlotte, NC N/A $1,802 $2,600 $2,992
28208, Charlotte, NC $1,175 $950 $1,645 $1,798
28206, Charlotte, NC $1,925 $1,713 $2,175 $1,930
28216, Mecklenburg County, NC $3,300 $1,840 $1,673 $1,925
28215, Mecklenburg County, NC N/A $1,563 $1,445 $1,825
28277, Charlotte, NC $2,200 $1,750 $1,900 $2,300
28262, Charlotte, NC N/A $1,679 $1,946 $1,945
28213, Charlotte, NC N/A $1,844 $1,520 $1,800

Frequently Asked Questions - Charlotte Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Charlotte, NC?
The average monthly rental price for Charlotte, NC apartments for rent is approximately $1,995. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do 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 Charlotte, NC.
How much is a studio apartment in Charlotte, NC?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,938 and an average price per square feet of $25.71. There are a total of 16 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Charlotte.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in Charlotte, NC?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,650 and an average price per square feet of $27.55. There are a total of 230 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Charlotte.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in Charlotte, NC?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,800 and an average price per square feet of $19.81. There are a total of 466 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Charlotte.
How have rent prices in Charlotte, NC changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in Charlotte, NC can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.63%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.08%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.03% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in Charlotte, NC?
A reasonable rent price in Charlotte, NC is around $1,596/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.