Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 30, 2026
Average rent in
Elizabeth City, NC
Average rent in
Last updated on October 30, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Median rent
Median rent in Elizabeth City
$1,637/mo
1%vs previous year
The average rent in Elizabeth City is $1,637 per month as of October 2026. This is 14% below the national average rent, or $262 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Elizabeth City
32
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Elizabeth City rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Elizabeth City, NC
Average rent prices in Elizabeth City have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 1% 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
Elizabeth City, NC
Rent prices in Elizabeth City vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Elizabeth City is $1,375, whereas a house costs $1,700. 1-bedroom apartments in Elizabeth City run $1,150 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,625.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $2,595 | No Change | - | |
1 bedroom | $1,183 | 3% |  3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,521 | 15% | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $1,708 | 2% | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $2,675 | 63% | 37% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Adams Landing | $2,017 | |
Crosswinds | $2,100 | |
Edgewood | $2,017 | |
Equestrian Estates | $2,100 | |
Hugh Cale | $1,771 | |
Laurel Park | $1,800 | |
Newbegun Land | $1,800 | |
Northside | $1,708 | |
Old Oak | $1,962 | |
Sawyertown | $1,800 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,375 | 4% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,625 | 12% | - | |
Houses | $1,700 | 1% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$2,595
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,183
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,521
Last 30 days
15%
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,708
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,675
Last 30 days
63%
Last year
37%
Northside
Average rent
$1,708
Old Oak
Average rent
$1,962
Edgewood
Average rent
$2,017
Hugh Cale
Average rent
$1,771
Laurel Park
Average rent
$1,800
Sawyertown
Average rent
$1,800
Adams Landing
Average rent
$2,017
Equestrian Estates
Average rent
$2,100
Newbegun Land
Average rent
$1,800
Crosswinds
Average rent
$2,100
Apartments
Average rent
$1,375
Last 30 days
4%
Condos
Average rent
$1,625
Last 30 days
12%
Houses
Average rent
$1,700
Last 30 days
1%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Elizabeth City, 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 Elizabeth City, NC compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Elizabeth City and Camden by all bedroom counts and property types.
Elizabeth City
14%lower than the national median
16%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Elizabeth City, NC is 3% higher than the median rent in Camden, NC.
Average rent in nearby cities
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$1,591
41%$2,050
3%$1,950
33%$1,850
12%$1,800
20%$2,300
18%$1,595
1%$1,700
3%$2,162
2%$1,650
6%$1,999
9%$2,244
12%Discover rentals in Elizabeth City, NC
3d ago
613 Hull Dr, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
1–2 beds
1 bath
$530–$610
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
House for rent in Elizabeth City
908 Flora St, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
3 beds
1 bath
$1,200
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.House for rent
5d+ ago
Northside house for rent in Elizabeth City
200 Queen St, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,400
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
Northside house for rent in Elizabeth City
800 2nd St, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
3 beds
2 baths
$1,417
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
House for rent in Elizabeth City
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,990
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
2d ago
House for rent in Elizabeth City
3 beds
2 baths
$2,700
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 Oct 27
5d+ ago
Northside apartment for rent in Elizabeth City
300 E Elizabeth St #256, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
2 beds
2 baths
$2,395
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
Available Dec 11
17h ago
1213 Riverside Ave, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
2 beds
2 baths
$2,100
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
1d ago
Verified
1500 Emerald Lake Cir, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
3 beds
2 baths
$1,755–$2,280
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 Nov 3
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$1,550
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
7h ago
3895 Waterside Dr, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,425–$1,900
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
17h ago
1213 Riverside Ave, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
2 beds
2 baths
$2,100
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
1d ago
Verified
1500 Emerald Lake Cir, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
3 beds
2 baths
$1,755–$2,280
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 Nov 3
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$1,550
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
1212 Carolina Ave, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
1 bed
1 bath
$1,250
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
Edgewood house for rent in Elizabeth City
1708 Aydlett Cir, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,500
Price dropped $100Fees 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 1
17h ago
1213 Riverside Ave, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
2 beds
2 baths
$2,100
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
1d ago
House for rent in Elizabeth City
3 beds
2 baths
$1,600
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
Apartment for rent in Elizabeth City
1221 Carolina Ave #2C, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
1 bed
1 bath
$1,250
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
1212 Carolina Ave, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
1 bed
1 bath
$1,250
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
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Frequently asked questions for Elizabeth City, NC
Quick answers to common questions about the Elizabeth City rental market.
How much is rent in Elizabeth City?
The average rent in Elizabeth City is $1,637 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Elizabeth City?
Average rent prices in Elizabeth City have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 1% since last year.
How does Elizabeth City rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Elizabeth City is 14% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $262 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Elizabeth City?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Elizabeth City are Northside ($1,708/mo), Hugh Cale ($1,771/mo), and Laurel Park ($1,800/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Elizabeth City?
To comfortably afford rent in Elizabeth City, you'd need to earn approximately $66,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Elizabeth City?
February offers the lowest rents in Elizabeth City with approximately 10% savings compared to May, which sees the highest prices. December also provides less competitive conditions with lower overall demand.
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).