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278 Water Wheel Road, Rocky Mount, North Carolina 27803, United States
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Amenities for 278 Water Wheel Road
Apartment Amenities
| 2 Floors | Central Air |
| Natural Gas | Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| Dishwasher |
Building
| Business Center |
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| 2 Parking Spaces | Garage Parking |
| Outdoor Space |
Other
| Seven Rooms |
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About 278 Water Wheel Road
Property Status: Active *Lawncare included* Gorgeous three-bedroom, two and a half bath home with garage! Fresh paint throughout. Granite countertops, stainless steel stove, dishwasher, microwave, and refrigerator included. Energy-efficient LED lighting throughout. Fully fenced in back yard. Easy commute to Raleigh/Wake County, and major local employers like Cummins, Pfizer, and Honeywell. Central HVAC with gas heat. Renters insurance required. Schedule showing at least one business day in advance. We do a full credit profile review. We look at your entire credit history and all previously opened accounts. Please read the detailed screening criteria on our FAQ page before applying. Minimum security deposit is 1.5x month's rent. Security deposit can be as high as two month's rent, dependent on the strength of the application. Office Phone: (252) 777-3141 Copyright © 2025 Hive MLS / Topsail Island Association of Realtors. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Source: HIVEMLSNC|MLS Listing No. 100542129
Address details
| Zip code | 27803 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Rocky Mount
3-bedroom apartments at 278 Water Wheel Road cost about 45% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Rocky Mount.
Median rents as of Nov 22 2025.
Rocky Mount
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,143 |
| January 2024 | $1,212 |
| February 2024 | $1,297 |
| March 2024 | $1,305 |
| April 2024 | $1,395 |
| May 2024 | $1,400 |
| June 2024 | $1,377 |
| July 2024 | $1,380 |
| August 2024 | $1,405 |
| September 2024 | $1,397 |
| October 2024 | $1,392 |
| November 2024 | $1,388 |
| December 2024 | $1,340 |
| January 2025 | $1,386 |
| February 2025 | $1,325 |
| March 2025 | $1,342 |
| April 2025 | $1,448 |
| May 2025 | $1,476 |
| June 2025 | $1,472 |
| July 2025 | $1,444 |
| August 2025 | $1,401 |
| September 2025 | $1,435 |
| October 2025 | $1,439 |
| November 2025 | $1,382 |
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3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 278 Water Wheel Road
Nash Central High School
4279 nash central high rd
rocky mount, NC, 27804
PK, 9-12Public
C+
Winstead Avenue Elementary School
991 south winstead ave
rocky mount, NC, 27804
K-2Public
B+
Englewood Elementary School
101 south englewood dr
rocky mount, NC, 27804
3-5Public
C
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NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Rocky Mount near 278 Water Wheel Road
Walking
3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 278 Water Wheel Road, Rocky Mount
Groceries
3/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
2/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
0/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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