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Highlights

  • Off-street parking
  • Tile backsplash
  • Large windows
  • Urban living
  • Modern elegance
  • Concrete countertops

Location

254 Summit Ave, Greensboro, NC 27401, USA|Downtown Greensboro
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Management

Piedmont Leaf Lofts, LLC

Leasing office

(743) 867-9517 ext. 2

Property Overview

The Railhouse offers a strong blend of value, convenience, and standout amenities, with an 8.6 Zumper Expert Rating, excellent price and location scores, and a top amenities rating. It features off-street parking, tile backsplash, concrete countertops, and large windows, while nearby parks, transit, dining, fitness options, and pet services support urban living and everyday ease.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, The Railhouse is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Railhouse 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Wellness
  • Eco living

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,410 /mo1 unit availableIntroducing the Two Bedroom Loft at The Railhouse in Greensboro, NC. This charming apartment boasts a prime location within walking distance to shops, restaurants, Tanger Performing Arts Center, and baseball games. The unit features large windows that flood the space with natural light, showcasing the historic moldings and refinished heartpine wood flooring. With tall ceilings and an outdoor patio area, residents can enjoy the spaciousness and fresh air of this unique living space. Off-street parking is available for convenience, and the building is designated as a no smoking environment. Don't miss out on the opportunity to call this beautifully appointed loft your new home. Please note this is a no smoking facility and no dogs allowed.

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Amenities for The Railhouse

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood FloorHigh Ceiling
High Ceilings

Building

Cats OKNo Smoking Building
Outdoor Patio Area

Grounds

Off-Street Parking

Neighborhood

Walking Distance to Shops and Restaurants
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

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units9
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About The Railhouse

HomeApartments in GreensboroDowntown Greensboro The Railhouse

Introducing the Two Bedroom Loft at The Railhouse in Greensboro, NC. This charming apartment boasts a prime location within walking distance to shops, restaurants, Tanger Performing Arts Center, and baseball games. The unit features large windows that flood the space with natural light, showcasing the historic moldings and refinished heartpine wood flooring. With tall ceilings and an outdoor patio area, residents can enjoy the spaciousness and fresh air of this unique living space. Off-street parking is available for convenience, and the building is designated as a no smoking environment. Don't miss out on the opportunity to call this beautifully appointed loft your new home. Please note this is a no smoking facility and no dogs allowed.


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, The Railhouse is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Railhouse 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 The Railhouse
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.
The Railhouse 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.
The Railhouse 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—cats 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.
The Railhouse 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust The Railhouse to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A 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 Railhouse provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

The Railhouse is great for:

Work-from-home

  • 4 internet service provider options nearby
  • 3 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • 2 office supply stores within 1 mile

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • 20 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby
  • There are 16 grocery stores within 1 mile
  • 26 gyms or yoga centers nearby

Eco living

  • 23 parks within a mile
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • Public transit available nearby

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 The Railhouse compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.5 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Downtown Greensboro

2-bedroom apartments at The Railhouse cost about 24% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Downtown Greensboro.

Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
Downtown Greensboro
Greensboro
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Greensboro
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,035
October 2024$1,035
November 2024$1,006
December 2024$981
January 2025$991
February 2025$993
March 2025$966
April 2025$953
May 2025$970
June 2025$1,003
July 2025$1,036
August 2025$999
September 2025$970
October 2025$946
November 2025$961
December 2025$960
January 2026$985
February 2026$980
March 2026$975
April 2026$978
May 2026$993
June 2026$995
July 2026$1,005
August 2026$1,014
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Downtown Greensboro
MonthMedian Rent
December 2024$1,050
January 2025$1,089
November 2025$1,094
December 2025$1,250
January 2026$1,269
February 2026$1,287
May 2026$1,300
June 2026$1,300
July 2026$1,375
August 2026$1,145

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$56,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $56,400 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,410.
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Schools near The Railhouse

Lindley Elementary School

2700 camden rd

greensboro, NC, 27403

PK, K-5Public
B+

Gateway Education Center

3205 east wendover aveune

greensboro, NC, 27405

PK, K-12Public

Herbin-Metz Education Center

400 o' ferrell st

greensboro, NC, 27405

K-8Public

Guilford Elearning University Prep

2200-b ontario st

greensboro, NC, 27403

K-8Public
C+

Haynes-Inman Education Center

200 haynes rd

jamestown, NC, 27282

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Greensboro near 254 Summit Ave

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 254 Summit Ave, Greensboro

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 254 Summit Ave

The Fresh Market, Inc
300 N Greene St
Deep Roots Market Inc
600 N Eugene St
Costco Wholesale
Charlie Grocery
306 S Elm St
Compare Foods
1040 Summit Ave

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