Bedroom count
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Last updated on July 29, 2026
Average rent in
Asheville, NC
Average rent in
Last updated on July 29, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Asheville, NC rent fell 6.5% year over year, with a current median of $1,789/month. Renters today are paying $182 less per month on average than last year, continuing a downward trend since the peak in October 2024.
Compared to national trends
Asheville is 7.3% more affordable than the $1,930/month national median, with 210 total rentals offering a modest but varied market for renters.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios rent for about $1,125/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,406/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,750/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,288/month and 4+ bedrooms reaching $2,995/month. The bedroom mix is weighted toward 2- and 3-bedroom units.
Neighborhood spotlight
Biltmore Park experienced a 51.2% decline in rent year over year, falling to $2,051/month. This steep drop contrasts with the overall citywide decline of 6.5%, showing localized market shifts in Asheville, NC.
Median rent
Median rent in Asheville
$1,789/mo
6%vs previous year
The average rent in Asheville is $1,789 per month as of July 2026. This is 7% below the national average rent, or $141 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Asheville
210
for rent on Zumper.com as of July 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Asheville rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Asheville, NC
Average rent prices in Asheville have increased by 1% over the last month and have decreased by 6% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Asheville, NC
Rent prices in Asheville vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Asheville is $1,565, whereas a house costs $2,250. 1-bedroom apartments in Asheville run $1,400 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,700.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,125 | 3% | 18% | |
1 bedroom | $1,406 | No Change | 6% | |
2 bedroom | $1,749 | No Change | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $2,287 |  5% | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $2,995 | 4% | 6% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Asheville | $2,200 | |
East End Valley Street | $1,850 | |
Grove Park Sunset | $1,890 | |
Haw Creek | $1,637 | |
Historic Montford | $1,838 | |
Jackson Park | $1,828 | |
Kenilworth | $1,800 | |
Murdock Linden | $1,850 | |
Oakley | $2,297 | |
Westwood Place | $1,850 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,565 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,815 | 8% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,250 | 7% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,125
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
18%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,406
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
6%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,749
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,287
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,995
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
6%
Downtown Asheville
Average rent
$2,200
East End Valley Street
Average rent
$1,850
Oakley
Average rent
$2,297
Jackson Park
Average rent
$1,828
Grove Park Sunset
Average rent
$1,890
Westwood Place
Average rent
$1,850
Kenilworth
Average rent
$1,800
Haw Creek
Average rent
$1,637
Historic Montford
Average rent
$1,838
Murdock Linden
Average rent
$1,850
Apartments
Average rent
$1,565
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,815
Last 30 days
8%
Houses
Average rent
$2,250
Last 30 days
7%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Asheville, NC, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Asheville, NC compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Asheville and Arden by all bedroom counts and property types.
Asheville
7%lower than the national median
11%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Asheville, NC is 4% higher than the median rent in Arden, NC.
Average rent in nearby cities
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$1,727
23%$1,686
$1,850
97%$2,150
1%$1,950
5%$1,690
2%$1,650
29%$2,295
12%$1,562
4%$1,950
31%$1,750
8%$1,797
5%Cost of living in Asheville, NC
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 9% higher |
| Groceries | 1% lower |
| Health | 11% higher |
| Housing | 14% higher |
| Transportation | 8% lower |
| Utilities | 3% lower |
Discover rentals in Asheville, NC
5d+ ago
House for rent in Asheville
Studio
0 baths
$450
House for rent
Available Jul 1
3d ago
Apartment for rent in Asheville
443 N Louisiana Ave #2, Asheville, NC 28806
2 beds
2 baths
$1,095
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 11
2d ago
280 Edgewood Rd, Asheville, NC 28804
2 beds
2 baths
$1,200
Apartment for rent
15h ago
120 Chamberlain Dr, Asheville, NC 28806
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,214–$1,802
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Grove Park- Sunset house for rent in Asheville
55 Edgemont Rd #NA, Asheville, NC 28801
4 beds
4.5 baths
$12,000
House for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Asheville
104 Remi Ln, Asheville, NC 28803
5 beds
3.5 baths
$7,500
House for rent
Available Sep 2
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Asheville
4 beds
0 baths
$5,500
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 3
5d+ ago
Oakley house for rent in Asheville
20 Winding Rd, Asheville, NC 28803
3 beds
2 baths
$5,000
House for rent
Available Aug 4
19h ago
Verified
500 S Skyloft Dr, Asheville, NC 28801
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,372–$2,804
Apartment for rent
18h ago
Verified
600 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC 28804
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,410–$3,114
Apartment for rent
20h ago
Verified
145 Monroe Creek Blvd, Asheville, NC 28806
3–4 beds
2 baths
$1,990–$2,535
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 28
1d ago
Verified
375 Spring Bluff Ln, Asheville, NC 28803
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,355–$3,641
Price drop
Apartment for rent
19h ago
Verified
500 S Skyloft Dr, Asheville, NC 28801
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,372–$2,804
Apartment for rent
18h ago
Verified
600 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC 28804
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,410–$3,114
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
560 Country Oak Dr #NA, Asheville, NC 28804
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,800
House for rent
Available Jul 1
20h ago
Verified
145 Monroe Creek Blvd, Asheville, NC 28806
3–4 beds
2 baths
$1,990–$2,535
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 28
19h ago
Verified
500 S Skyloft Dr, Asheville, NC 28801
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,372–$2,804
Apartment for rent
20h ago
Verified
145 Monroe Creek Blvd, Asheville, NC 28806
3–4 beds
2 baths
$1,990–$2,535
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 28
1d ago
Verified
375 Spring Bluff Ln, Asheville, NC 28803
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,355–$3,641
Price drop
Apartment for rent
4d ago
House for rent in Asheville
3 beds
2 baths
$1,900
House for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Asheville, NC
Quick answers to common questions about the Asheville rental market.
How much is rent in Asheville?
The average rent in Asheville is $1,789 per month as of July 25, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Asheville?
Average rent prices in Asheville have increased by 1% over the last month and have decreased by 6% since last year.
How does Asheville rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Asheville is 7% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $141 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Asheville?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Asheville are Haw Creek ($1,637/mo), Kenilworth ($1,800/mo), and Jackson Park ($1,828/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Asheville?
To comfortably afford rent in Asheville, you'd need to earn approximately $72,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Asheville?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Asheville average around $1,470/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,750/month.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).