Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Average rent in
Asheville, NC
Average rent in
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Asheville, NC rent slipped 2.6% year over year, with a current median of $1,800/month. Renters today are paying $49 less per month on average than last year, despite a 2.8% month-over-month increase in October 2026.
Compared to national trends
Asheville sits 5.3% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, with 230 total rentals providing a modest but varied market for renters.
Price ranges
Studios in Asheville rent for about $1,125/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,406/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,724/month, while 3-bedrooms reach $2,200/month and 4+ bedrooms climb to $3,550/month. Houses command a median of $2,276/month compared to $1,609/month for apartments, with houses making up 61.2% of total rentals.
Neighborhood spotlight
Blake Mountain Estates Oak Park rents fell 52.7% year over year to $1,798/month across 18 rentals. This decline contrasts with the citywide market's modest 2.6% slip and points to a localized cooldown in that neighborhood.
Median rent
Median rent in Asheville
$1,800/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Asheville is $1,800 per month as of October 2026. This is 5% below the national average rent, or $100 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Asheville
230
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 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 3% over the last month and have decreased by 3% 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 $1,609, whereas a house costs $2,276. 1-bedroom apartments in Asheville run $1,400 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,695.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,125 | 8% | 13% | |
1 bedroom | $1,406 | No Change | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,724 | 1% |  1% | |
3 bedroom | $2,200 | No Change | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $3,550 | 4% | 9% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Crowfields Condominiums | $1,665 | |
Downtown Asheville | $2,200 | |
East End Valley Street | $1,875 | |
Five Points | $1,897 | |
Grove Park Sunset | $1,834 | |
Historic Montford | $1,900 | |
Jackson Park | $1,895 | |
Kenilworth | $1,910 | |
Oakley | $2,447 | |
Westwood Place | $1,858 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,609 | 1% | 2% | |
Condos | $1,600 | 15% | 6% | |
Houses | $2,276 | No Change | 9% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,125
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
13%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,406
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,724
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,200
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,550
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
9%
Downtown Asheville
Average rent
$2,200
Crowfields Condominiums
Average rent
$1,665
East End Valley Street
Average rent
$1,875
Kenilworth
Average rent
$1,910
Oakley
Average rent
$2,447
Jackson Park
Average rent
$1,895
Westwood Place
Average rent
$1,858
Historic Montford
Average rent
$1,900
Five Points
Average rent
$1,897
Grove Park Sunset
Average rent
$1,834
Apartments
Average rent
$1,609
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
Condos
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
15%
Last year
6%
Houses
Average rent
$2,276
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
9%
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
5%lower than the national median
12%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Asheville, NC is 7% higher than the median rent in Arden, NC.
Average rent in nearby cities
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17%$1,750
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8%$1,995
11%$1,900
3%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 | No difference |
| Health | 8% higher |
| Housing | 14% higher |
| Transportation | 9% lower |
| Utilities | 2% lower |
Discover rentals in Asheville, NC
5d+ ago
Downtown Asheville house for rent in Asheville
16 Ravenscroft Dr, Asheville, NC 28801
1 bed
1 bath
$700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 24
5d+ ago
Downtown Asheville house for rent in Asheville
28 Ravenscroft Dr, Asheville, NC 28801
1 bed
1 bath
$775
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 25
5d+ ago
House for rent in Asheville
117 Vinewood Cir, Asheville, NC 28806
2 beds
1 bath
$899
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Mar 24
49m ago
House for rent in Asheville
207 Cherry Tree Dr, Asheville, NC 28806
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,095
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 28
2h ago
Verified
5 beds
4.5 baths
$12,790
Price dropped $1,679Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2h ago
Verified
4 beds
3 baths
$11,051
Price dropped $1,230Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.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
$10,500
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Dec 1
2h ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$7,511
Price dropped $419Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
8h ago
Verified
600 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC 28804
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,406–$3,254
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
145 Monroe Creek Blvd, Asheville, NC 28806
3–4 beds
2 baths
$2,194–$2,589
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 27
8h ago
Verified
500 S Skyloft Dr, Asheville, NC 28801
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,488–$2,633
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 14-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
300 River Mill Dr, Asheville, NC 28803
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,507–$2,857
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
11h ago
Verified
300 River Mill Dr, Asheville, NC 28803
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,507–$2,857
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
8h ago
Verified
600 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC 28804
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,406–$3,254
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
145 Monroe Creek Blvd, Asheville, NC 28806
3–4 beds
2 baths
$2,194–$2,589
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 27
5d+ ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$3,762
Price dropped $169Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
8h ago
Verified
600 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC 28804
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,406–$3,254
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
145 Monroe Creek Blvd, Asheville, NC 28806
3–4 beds
2 baths
$2,194–$2,589
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 27
11h ago
Verified
300 River Mill Dr, Asheville, NC 28803
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,507–$2,857
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
23h ago
Haw Creek house for rent in Asheville
3 beds
2 baths
$1,950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.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 $1,800 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Asheville?
Average rent prices in Asheville have increased by 3% over the last month and have decreased by 3% since last year.
How does Asheville rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Asheville is 5% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $100 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Asheville?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Asheville are Crowfields Condominiums ($1,665/mo), Grove Park Sunset ($1,834/mo), and Westwood Place ($1,858/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?
November and December offer the best rental deals in Asheville, with November seeing the lowest rents of the year. March has the highest rents, with about a 4.3% difference between peak and off-peak months.
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).