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$250 off February's rent if moved in by 1/31/26, as well as waived application fee and waived admin fee.

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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Private patios or balconies
  • Peaceful neighborhood
  • Quiet surroundings
  • 2-bedroom apartments

Location

8 Covey Ln, Greensboro, NC 27406, USA
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Management

Rushmore Management

Leasing office

(844) 334-4393 ext. 6564

Open 

8:30 am–5:30 pm ET

Property Overview

Legacy on Elm Apartments receives an impressive overall rating of 8.5, reflecting its strong appeal to renters. Its competitive pricing (9/10) aligns well with top-tier amenities (10/10) and a prime location (9/10), enhancing the living experience. Additionally, the property fosters an engaging social atmosphere, pet-friendly environment, and a conducive setting for remote work, supported by a solid trustworthiness rating of 8/10.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Legacy on Elm Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Legacy on Elm Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Social life
  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR - 1BTH PR1 bed1 bath728 sqft$915 /mo1 unit available
1BR - 1BTH1 bed1 bath600 sqft$975 /mo3 units available
2BR - 1.5BTH2 bed1.5 bath1,000 sqft$1,100 /mo3 units available
2BR - 2BTH2 bed2 bath900 sqft$1,200 /mo3 units available
3BR - 2BTH3 bed2 bath1,255 sqft$1,350 /mo3 units available

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Amenities for Legacy on Elm Apartments

Apartment Amenities

CarpetCentral Heat
Heating

Appliances

Range

Tech

High-Speed Internet

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Roof DeckSmoke Free Community & Buildings
Smoke-free

Grounds

Outdoor SpacePlayground
StorageSwimming Pool

Services

On-Site MaintenanceOn-Site Management
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

One-time. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2
Breed restrictionsYes

Breed restrictions apply.

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. Cat 2 pets per home, max. $300 deposit for first pet, $150 for additional.

$20

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$0

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$300

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. Dog 2 pets per home, max. $300 deposit for first pet, $150 for additional.

$20

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$0

Pet Deposit

One-time deposit per pet.

$300

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Building details

Property details

Year built1973
Units256
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About Legacy on Elm Apartments

HomeApartments in Greensboro Legacy on Elm Apartments

Legacy on Elm delivers a welcoming apartment experience focused on livability, space, and simplicity. Our 1-Bedroom, 2-Bedroom, and 3-Bedroom apartments offer practical layouts with renovated options available, private patios or balconies, and everyday features that support comfortable routines. Set within a peaceful Greensboro neighborhood, the community balances quiet surroundings with convenient access to daily essentials, making it easy to feel settled and at home.


Year Built: 1973

Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Legacy on Elm Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Legacy on Elm Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Legacy on Elm Apartments
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Legacy on Elm Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Legacy on Elm Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Legacy on Elm Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Legacy on Elm Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Legacy on Elm Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • A bustling neighborhood
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 2 office supply stores within 1 mile

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Legacy on Elm Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Greensboro

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 4% lower than 1-bedrooms in Greensboro.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Legacy on Elm Apartments to be 4% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Greensboro.

3-bedroom apartments at Legacy on Elm Apartments cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Greensboro.

Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Greensboro
A table of studio rental data trends in Greensboro
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$902
March 2024$925
April 2024$1,063
May 2024$1,024
June 2024$942
July 2024$954
August 2024$930
September 2024$935
October 2024$941
November 2024$943
December 2024$916
January 2025$910
February 2025$899
March 2025$899
April 2025$922
May 2025$911
June 2025$899
July 2025$898
August 2025$922
September 2025$962
October 2025$929
November 2025$914
December 2025$891
January 2026$972

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$37,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $37,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $945.
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Schools near Legacy on Elm Apartments

Sumner Elementary School

1915 harris dr

greensboro, NC, 27406

K-5Public
B-

Herbin-Metz Education Center

400 o' ferrell st

greensboro, NC, 27405

K-8Public

Gateway Education Center

3205 east wendover aveune

greensboro, NC, 27405

PK, K-12Public

Haynes-Inman Education Center

200 haynes rd

jamestown, NC, 27282

PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Greensboro near 8 Covey Ln

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 8 Covey Ln, Greensboro

Groceries

4/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

3/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

4/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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