Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 10, 2026
Average rent in
Charlotte, NC
Average rent in
Last updated on November 10, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Charlotte rent stands today
Charlotte, NC rent rose 3.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,848/month. Renters today are paying $53 more per month on average than last year, with rents holding steady month to month at the city's peak level.
Compared to national trends
Charlotte sits 2.7% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a moderately priced market for renters with 2,473 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios and 1-bedrooms in Charlotte run around $1,414/month and $1,400/month respectively, while 2-bedrooms sit at $1,700/month and 4+ bedrooms reach $2,400/month. The bedroom mix is weighted toward 3-bedrooms, which rent for a median of $1,995/month.
Neighborhood spotlight
Montibello rents fell 56.8% year over year to $2,171/month across 12 rentals, contrasting with the citywide 3.0% rise. Oxford Hunt and Olde Providence South also saw large gains of 72.8% and 57.4% respectively, showing neighborhood-level divergence.
Median rent
Median rent in Charlotte
$1,848/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Charlotte is $1,848 per month as of November 2026. This is 3% below the national average rent, or $52 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Charlotte
2,473
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Charlotte rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Charlotte, NC
Average rent prices in Charlotte have remained the same over the last month and have increased 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
Charlotte, NC
Rent prices in Charlotte vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Charlotte is $1,619, whereas a house costs $2,050. 1-bedroom apartments in Charlotte run $1,495 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,745.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,414 | No Change | 3% | |
1 bedroom | $1,400 | 1% | 7% | |
2 bedroom | $1,700 | No Change | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $1,995 | No Change | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $2,400 |  1% | No Change |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Dilworth | $1,995 | |
Dixie Berryhill | $2,162 | |
Fourth Ward | $1,926 | |
Mallard Creek Withrow Downs | $1,860 | |
Mcalpine | $1,850 | |
Noda | $1,611 | |
The South End | $2,359 | |
Wedgewood | $1,888 | |
Wilmore | $2,650 | |
York Road | $2,274 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,619 | 1% | 4% | |
Condos | $1,595 | No Change | 6% | |
Houses | $2,050 | 1% | 2% | |
Rooms | $880 | 1% | 17% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,414
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
7%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,700
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,995
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
The South End
Average rent
$2,359
Dilworth
Average rent
$1,995
Wedgewood
Average rent
$1,888
Fourth Ward
Average rent
$1,926
York Road
Average rent
$2,274
Wilmore
Average rent
$2,650
Mcalpine
Average rent
$1,850
Dixie Berryhill
Average rent
$2,162
Noda
Average rent
$1,611
Mallard Creek Withrow Downs
Average rent
$1,860
Apartments
Average rent
$1,619
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
Condos
Average rent
$1,595
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
6%
Houses
Average rent
$2,050
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$880
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
17%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Charlotte, 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 Charlotte, NC compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Charlotte and Concord by all bedroom counts and property types.
Charlotte
3%lower than the national median
5%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Charlotte, NC is 2% higher than the median rent in Concord, NC.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,805
3%$1,910
2%$2,082
2%$1,423
6%$2,200
4%$2,102
8%$1,620
2%$2,199
9%$1,905
3%$1,995
5%$1,855
9%$1,495
5%Cost of living in Charlotte, 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 | No difference |
| Groceries | 2% higher |
| Health | 12% higher |
| Housing | 3% lower |
| Transportation | 1% higher |
| Utilities | 6% lower |
Discover rentals in Charlotte, NC
5d+ ago
5427 Rupert Ln, Charlotte, NC 28215
1 bed
1 bath
$200
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
4d ago
7231 Leaves Ln, Charlotte, NC 28213
1 bed
1 bath
$210
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
5d+ ago
Wilson Heights house for rent in Charlotte
A Ave #2, Charlotte, NC 28216
1 bed
1 bath
$225
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 Sep 15
1d ago
6700 Barcliff Dr, Charlotte, NC 28212
1 bed
1 bath
$245–$285
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
8h ago
Verified
5 beds
4 baths
$21,479
Price dropped $5,418Fees 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
Myers Park house for rent in Charlotte
2132 Foxcroft Woods Ln, Charlotte, NC 28211
5 beds
5.5 baths
$20,000
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
5d+ ago
Cotswold house for rent in Charlotte
1210 Andover Rd, Charlotte, NC 28211
5 beds
6 baths
$16,000
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
5d+ ago
Myers Park house for rent in Charlotte
1501 Sterling Rd, Charlotte, NC 28209
5 beds
5 baths
$15,000
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
3d ago
Verified
3016 Kenhill Drive, Charlotte, NC 28208
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,164–$1,364
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 Jul 31
5d+ ago
Verified
1811 Lookout Lane, Charlotte, NC 28205
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,229–$1,529
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 Mar 5
5d+ ago
Verified
10425 Wheatside Drive, Charlotte, NC 28262
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,009–$1,584
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 Jan 12
5d+ ago
Verified
6017 Williams Road, Charlotte, NC 28215
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,070–$1,795
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 Dec 5
5h ago
Verified
1200 S Mint St, Charlotte, NC 28203
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,270–$3,779
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
8h ago
Verified
3500 Philemon Ave, Charlotte, NC 28206
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,073–$2,972
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.Apartment for rent
10h ago
Verified
1615 Mockingbird Ln, Charlotte, NC 28209
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,078–$3,392
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
10h ago
Verified
2300 Village Lake Dr, Charlotte, NC 28212
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$995–$2,597
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
3d ago
Verified
3016 Kenhill Drive, Charlotte, NC 28208
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,164–$1,364
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 Jul 31
5d+ ago
Verified
229 Hilo Drive, Charlotte, NC 28206
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,140–$1,515
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 16
5d+ ago
Verified
1811 Lookout Lane, Charlotte, NC 28205
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,229–$1,529
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 Mar 5
5d+ ago
Verified
10425 Wheatside Drive, Charlotte, NC 28262
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,009–$1,584
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 Jan 12
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Frequently asked questions for Charlotte, NC
Quick answers to common questions about the Charlotte rental market.
How much is rent in Charlotte?
The average rent in Charlotte is $1,848 per month as of November 7, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Charlotte?
Average rent prices in Charlotte have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
How does Charlotte rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Charlotte is 3% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $52 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Charlotte?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Charlotte are Noda ($1,611/mo), Mcalpine ($1,850/mo), and Mallard Creek Withrow Downs ($1,860/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Charlotte?
To comfortably afford rent in Charlotte, you'd need to earn approximately $74,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Charlotte?
February offers the best rental deals in Charlotte with the lowest prices of the year, while May sees the highest rents with roughly a 2.2% 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).
For additional insights into rental trends, including month-over-month changes and historical comparisons, see Zumper's Monthly Metro Report.
Charlotte Metro Report
The Zumper Charlotte Metro Area Report analyzed active listings last month across metro cities to highlight the most and least expensive cities and those with the fastest growing rents. The North Carolina one bedroom median rent was $1,171 last month.
The Most Expensive
- Charlotte ranked as the most expensive city with one-bedrooms priced at $1,410.
- Mooresville was the second priciest with rent at $1,300.
- Cornelius placed third with rent at $1,240.
The Least Expensive
- Shelby was the most affordable city with one-bedrooms priced at $840.
- Salisbury & Hickory tied for second with rents both at $940.
- Statesville placed third with rent at $1,000.
The Largest Decline (Y/Y%)
- Hickory had the largest annual rent price decline, falling 17.5%.
- Kannapolis was second with rent dropping 10.5%.
- Statesville placed third with rent dipping 9.1%.
The Largest Decline (M/M%)
- Hickory had the largest monthly rent price decline, falling 6%.
- Kannapolis saw rent decrease 2.9% last month, making it second.
- Mooresville was third with rent dropping 1.5%.
About
The Zumper Charlotte Metro Area Report analyzed active listings that hit the market last month. Listings are aggregated by city to calculate median asking rents.
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Crystal ChenCrystal Chen is a seasoned real estate and housing market expert with more than a decade of experience analyzing rental trends, housing affordability, and urban living. At Zumper, she leads data storytelling as well as press and media relations, where she translates complex housing research into easily digestible insights for renters, industry professionals, and journalists. Her reports can be seen cited in national outlets like The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and CNBC. She is passionate about helping renters navigate today’s evolving housing landscape with clarity and confidence. Living in New York City herself, she knows firsthand the chaos and challenges of navigating a competitive rental market.