Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 15, 2026
Average rent in
Fayetteville, NC
Average rent in
Last updated on November 15, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Fayetteville, NC rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,395/month. Month over month, rent softened 3.2%.
Compared to national trends
Fayetteville, NC sits 26.6% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, with 887 total rentals mostly composed of houses.
Price ranges
Studio rents are $479/month, 1-bedroom $825/month, 2-bedroom $1,058/month, 3-bedroom $1,550/month, and 4+ bedrooms $2,000/month. These figures show the range renters face by bedroom size in Fayetteville, NC.
Median rent
Median rent in Fayetteville
$1,395/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Fayetteville is $1,395 per month as of November 2026. This is 27% below the national average rent, or $505 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Fayetteville
887
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Fayetteville rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Fayetteville, NC
Average rent prices in Fayetteville have decreased by 3% over the last month and have remained the same 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
Fayetteville, NC
Rent prices in Fayetteville vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Fayetteville is $970, whereas a house costs $1,550. 1-bedroom apartments in Fayetteville run $812 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,000.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $479 | No Change |  60% | |
1 bedroom | $825 | No Change | 6% | |
2 bedroom | $1,057 | No Change | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $1,550 | 3% | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $2,000 | No Change | No Change |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Douglas Byrd | $1,350 | |
Downtown Fayetteville | $1,175 | |
E E Smith | $1,295 | |
Jack Britt | $1,695 | |
Seventy First | $1,500 | |
Terry Sanford | $1,250 | |
Westover | $1,350 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $970 | No Change | 3% | |
Condos | $1,200 | No Change | No Change | |
Houses | $1,550 | 3% | 3% | |
Rooms | $775 |  1% | 3% |
Studio
Average rent
$479
Last year
60%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$825
Last year
6%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,057
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,550
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,000
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
E E Smith
Average rent
$1,295
Terry Sanford
Average rent
$1,250
Westover
Average rent
$1,350
Seventy First
Average rent
$1,500
Douglas Byrd
Average rent
$1,350
Jack Britt
Average rent
$1,695
Downtown Fayetteville
Average rent
$1,175
Apartments
Average rent
$970
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
Condos
Average rent
$1,200
Last year
No Change
Houses
Average rent
$1,550
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
Rooms
Average rent
$775
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Fayetteville, 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 Fayetteville, NC compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Fayetteville and Cameron by all bedroom counts and property types.
Fayetteville
27%lower than the national median
5%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Fayetteville, NC is 30% lower than the median rent in Cameron, NC.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,000
$1,250
26%$1,750
13%$1,550
3%$1,890
2%$1,850
3%$1,395
86%$1,755
10%$2,000
5%$1,550
8%$1,349
12%$1,995
Cost of living in Fayetteville, 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 | 8% higher |
| Groceries | 4% lower |
| Health | 5% higher |
| Housing | 29% lower |
| Transportation | 6% lower |
| Utilities | 8% lower |
Discover rentals in Fayetteville, NC
10h ago
1682 CMHP, Fayetteville, NC 28312
2 beds
1 bath
$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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
E. E. Smith house for rent in Fayetteville
1370 Davis St, Fayetteville, NC 28311
2 beds
2 baths
$675
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
4d ago
404 404 - 414 Turnpike, Fayetteville, NC 28305
2 beds
1 bath
$750
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
Downtown Fayetteville apartment for rent in Fayetteville
713 Italy St, Fayetteville, NC 28301
2 beds
1 bath
$780
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 Fayetteville
2416 Cattail Cir #LOT43, Fayetteville, NC 28312
3 beds
2 baths
$19,000
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 May 12
5d+ ago
House for rent in Fayetteville
2412 Cattail Cir #LOT45, Fayetteville, NC 28312
3 beds
2 baths
$19,000
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 May 13
5d+ ago
House for rent in Fayetteville
2502 Cattail Cir #LOT33, Fayetteville, NC 28312
3 beds
2 baths
$17,000
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 May 12
5d+ ago
House for rent in Fayetteville
2241 Cattail Cir #LOT72, Fayetteville, NC 28312
3 beds
2 baths
$16,000
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 Mar 26
4d ago
Verified
5052 Watauga Road, Fayetteville, NC 28304
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$920–$1,020
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 Jun 25
16h ago
Verified
226 Tallstone Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28311
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,064–$1,229
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
2d ago
Verified
1014 Enclave Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28301
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,278–$1,855
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
Available Nov 15
21h ago
Verified
1000A Elm St, Fayetteville, NC 28303
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$937–$2,180
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
4d ago
Verified
5052 Watauga Road, Fayetteville, NC 28304
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$920–$1,020
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 Jun 25
16h ago
Verified
226 Tallstone Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28311
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,064–$1,229
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
5d+ ago
Verified
1039 Kingsley Rd #NA, Fayetteville, NC 28314
4 beds
2 baths
$1,700
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 Dec 1
5d+ ago
Verified
6708 Seaford Dr #NA, Fayetteville, NC 28314
4 beds
2 baths
$1,650
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 Nov 1
4d ago
Verified
5052 Watauga Road, Fayetteville, NC 28304
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$920–$1,020
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 Jun 25
16h ago
Verified
226 Tallstone Dr, Fayetteville, NC 28311
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,064–$1,229
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
21h ago
Verified
1000A Elm St, Fayetteville, NC 28303
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$937–$2,180
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
5d+ ago
Jack Britt house for rent in Fayetteville
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,325
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 Fayetteville, NC
Quick answers to common questions about the Fayetteville rental market.
How much is rent in Fayetteville?
The average rent in Fayetteville is $1,395 per month as of November 14, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Fayetteville?
Average rent prices in Fayetteville have decreased by 3% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Fayetteville rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Fayetteville is 27% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $505 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Fayetteville?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Fayetteville are Downtown Fayetteville ($1,175/mo), Terry Sanford ($1,250/mo), and E E Smith ($1,295/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Fayetteville?
To comfortably afford rent in Fayetteville, you'd need to earn approximately $56,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Fayetteville?
February offers the best rental deals in Fayetteville, with rents running about 6.9% lower than the September peak season. March tends to be the most competitive month with higher demand, while November and December see reduced competition.
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).