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Last updated on October 24, 2026
Average rent in
Gastonia, NC
Average rent in
Last updated on October 24, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Gastonia rent stands today
Gastonia, NC rent rose 7.8% year over year, with a current median of $1,455/month. Renters today are paying $67 more per month on average than last year despite a recent month-over-month decline of 2.3%.
Compared to national trends
Gastonia sits 23.4% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a more accessible rental market with 222 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios in Gastonia rent for $385/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,062/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,245/month, while 3-bedrooms reach $1,754/month and 4+ bedrooms $2,175/month. Houses rent at a median of $1,750/month compared to apartments at $1,199/month, with houses making up 70.2% of total rentals.
Neighborhood spotlight
Robinson Oaks rents fell 54.3% year over year to $1,324/month across 25 rentals. This decline contrasts with the citywide 7.8% rent increase and shows a localized cooldown in this neighborhood.
Median rent
Median rent in Gastonia
$1,455/mo
8%vs previous year
The average rent in Gastonia is $1,455 per month as of October 2026. This is 23% below the national average rent, or $445 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Gastonia
222
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Gastonia rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Gastonia, NC
Average rent prices in Gastonia have decreased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 8% 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
Gastonia, NC
Rent prices in Gastonia vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Gastonia is $1,199, whereas a house costs $1,750. 1-bedroom apartments in Gastonia run $1,129 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,223.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $385 | No Change | - | |
1 bedroom | $1,062 | 2% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,245 | No Change | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $1,754 |  1% | 8% | |
4 bedroom | $2,175 | 5% | 5% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Applecreek Village | $1,550 | |
Catawba Hills | $1,850 | |
Long Creek Meadows | $1,649 | |
Robinson Oaks | $1,324 | |
Rosegate | $1,549 | |
Spencer Mountain Village | $1,945 | |
Stagecoach Station | $1,329 | |
Sundance Village | $1,785 | |
Village At Fifth | $1,725 | |
Willow Creek | $1,486 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,199 | 2% | 3% | |
Condos | $1,100 | No Change | 13% | |
Houses | $1,750 | 1% | 6% | |
Rooms | $810 | 9% | 23% |
Studio
Average rent
$385
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,062
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,245
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,754
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
8%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,175
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
5%
Sundance Village
Average rent
$1,785
Applecreek Village
Average rent
$1,550
Spencer Mountain Village
Average rent
$1,945
Catawba Hills
Average rent
$1,850
Stagecoach Station
Average rent
$1,329
Rosegate
Average rent
$1,549
Village At Fifth
Average rent
$1,725
Long Creek Meadows
Average rent
$1,649
Willow Creek
Average rent
$1,486
Robinson Oaks
Average rent
$1,324
Apartments
Average rent
$1,199
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
Condos
Average rent
$1,100
Last year
13%
Houses
Average rent
$1,750
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
6%
Rooms
Average rent
$810
Last 30 days
9%
Last year
23%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Gastonia, 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 Gastonia, NC compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Gastonia and Bessemer City by all bedroom counts and property types.
Gastonia
23%lower than the national median
34%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Gastonia, NC is 16% higher than the median rent in Bessemer City, NC.
Average rent in nearby cities
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14%$1,850
3%$1,930
3%$1,549
5%$1,397
25%$2,795
19%$1,995
5%$1,500
6%$1,475
13%$1,895
8%$2,147
14%$1,485
2%Discover rentals in Gastonia, NC
5d+ ago
House for rent in Gastonia
Studio
0 baths
$360
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
5d+ ago
House for rent in Gastonia
Studio
0 baths
$385
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
5d+ ago
House for rent in Gastonia
511 Homestead Dr #511A, Gastonia, NC 28056
2 beds
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 Sep 26
5d+ ago
House for rent in Gastonia
509 Homestead Dr #509C, Gastonia, NC 28056
2 beds
1 bath
$800
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 26
5d+ ago
House for rent in Gastonia
1084 Plantation Trl #NA, Gastonia, NC 28056
5 beds
2.5 baths
$3,900
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.House for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Gastonia
1084 Plantation Trl, Gastonia, NC 28056
5 beds
2.5 baths
$3,900
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 15
5d+ ago
House for rent in Gastonia
2 beds
2 baths
$3,300
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 Gastonia
704 N Falls St, Gastonia, NC 28052
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,200
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
Available Jan 4
1d ago
Verified
1926 Hartford Drive, Gastonia, NC 28052
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,129–$1,454
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 Feb 13
2d ago
Verified
1232 E Hudson Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,198–$7,352
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
1d ago
Verified
2295 Pineview Ln, Gastonia, NC 28054
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,122–$1,497
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-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
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,140
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 Sep 8
1d ago
Verified
1926 Hartford Drive, Gastonia, NC 28052
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,129–$1,454
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 Feb 13
11h ago
Verified
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,140
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 Sep 8
1d ago
Verified
4 beds
2.5 baths
$1,900
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 15
4d ago
Verified
2610 Cider Ridge Rd, Gastonia, NC 28034
5 beds
3 baths
$2,375
Price dropped $175Total 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 1
2h ago
Verified
1850 Yellowstone Court, Gastonia, NC 28054
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,149–$1,399
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 21
1d ago
Verified
1657 Quail Woods Road, Gastonia, NC 28054
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,099–$1,549
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 Sep 18
1d ago
Verified
1926 Hartford Drive, Gastonia, NC 28052
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,129–$1,454
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 Feb 13
2d ago
Verified
1232 E Hudson Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,198–$7,352
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
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Frequently asked questions for Gastonia, NC
Quick answers to common questions about the Gastonia rental market.
How much is rent in Gastonia?
The average rent in Gastonia is $1,455 per month as of October 17, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Gastonia?
Average rent prices in Gastonia have decreased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
How does Gastonia rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Gastonia is 23% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $445 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Gastonia?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Gastonia are Robinson Oaks ($1,324/mo), Stagecoach Station ($1,329/mo), and Willow Creek ($1,486/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Gastonia?
To comfortably afford rent in Gastonia, you'd need to earn approximately $58,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Gastonia?
February offers the best rental deals in Gastonia with the lowest rents of the year, while August sees peak pricing with roughly a 4% difference between the two months. January and March are the most competitive months with higher demand, so February moves could save you money.
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).