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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious apartments
  • Rooftop deck
  • Original hardwood floors
  • Oversized windows
  • Updated appliances
  • 11 ft ceilings

Location

236 S Elm St, Greensboro, NC 27401, USA|Downtown Greensboro
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Property Overview

Vernon Building offers spacious, high-ceiling apartments with original hardwood floors, oversized windows for ample natural light, updated appliances, and access to a rooftop deck, earning a strong overall expert rating of 7.9/10 and excellent scores for amenities, location, and trustworthiness. Residents benefit from competitive value for the area, nearby top-rated schools, and exceptional access to restaurants, cultural venues, gyms, sports facilities, and grocery stores, making it a compelling option for both vibrant social life and fitness-focused lifestyles.

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Zumper Expert Rating

7.9
Very Good
Vernon Building is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Wellness

Floor plans

Apartment - C1 bed1.5 bath768 sqftThe Vernon Building located at 236 S Elm Street is some of the most unique housing in the best part of the Downtown district. The building is situated directly on Elm Street, but the apartment unit faces Washington Street to give you peace and privacy. Built in 1883, it is the oldest remaining building in downtown Greensboro. It features retail space on the ground level, above ONLY FIVE exclusive apartment units including a whole top floor luxury penthouse with a rooftop deck. Apartment units are spacious with 11 ft. ceilings, original hardwood floors, updated appliances, kitchens with wrap-around bars, walk-in laundry room, and oversized windows to give you the BEST view of downtown Greensboro! Rent amount includes water and trash services. However, electric and cable would not be included. Appliances included are Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, and Dishwasher. Your security deposit would be dependent on your credit. With excellent credit your Security Deposit could be $99. The parking deck is directly behind the building. Monthly parking passes are available with the City.
Apartment - A2 bed2 bath1,090 sqftThe Vernon Building located at 236 S Elm Street is some of the most unique housing in the best part of the Downtown district. The building is situated directly on Elm Street, but the apartment unit faces Washington Street to give you peace and privacy. Built in 1883, it is the oldest remaining building in downtown Greensboro. It features retail space on the ground level, above ONLY FIVE exclusive apartment units including a whole top floor luxury penthouse with a rooftop deck. Apartment units are spacious with 11 ft. ceilings, original hardwood floors, updated appliances, kitchens with wrap-around bars, walk-in laundry room, and oversized windows to give you the BEST view of downtown Greensboro! Rent amount includes water and trash services. However, electric and cable would not be included. Appliances included are Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, and Dishwasher. Your security deposit would be dependent on your credit. Good credit equals half a month's rent security deposit. The parking deck is directly behind the building. Monthly parking passes are available with the City.
Apartment - D2 bed2.5 bath1,288 sqftThe Vernon Building located at 236 S Elm Street is some of the most unique housing in the best part of the Downtown district. The building is situated directly on Elm Street, but the apartment unit faces Washington Street to give you peace and privacy. Built in 1883, it is the oldest remaining building in downtown Greensboro. It features retail space on the ground level, above ONLY FIVE exclusive apartment units including a whole top floor luxury penthouse with a rooftop deck. Apartment units are spacious with 11 ft. ceilings, original hardwood floors, updated appliances, kitchens with wrap-around bars, walk-in laundry room, and oversized windows to give you the BEST view of downtown Greensboro! Rent amount includes water and trash services. However, electric and cable would not be included. Appliances included are Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, and Dishwasher. Your security deposit would be dependent on your credit. Good credit equals half a month's rent security deposit. The parking deck is directly behind the building. Monthly parking passes are available with the City. SMALL pets allowed with prior approval with a $300 non-refundable pet fee.

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Rent trends in Downtown Greensboro

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Downtown Greensboro
Greensboro
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Greensboro
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$965
July 2024$960
August 2024$1,011
September 2024$1,030
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$998
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

Schools near Vernon Building

Lindley Elementary School

2700 camden rd

greensboro, NC, 27403

PK, K-5Public
B+

Guilford Elearning University Prep

2200-b ontario st

greensboro, NC, 27403

K-8Public
C+

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

Haynes-Inman Education Center

200 haynes rd

jamestown, NC, 27282

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Greensboro near 236 S Elm St

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 236 S Elm St, Greensboro

Groceries

10/10
Several grocery stores nearby

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

9/10
Variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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