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Last updated on November 12, 2026
Average rent in
Greensboro, NC
Average rent in
Last updated on November 12, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Greensboro rent stands today
Greensboro, NC rent rose 3.7% year over year, with a current median of $1,400/month. Renters today are paying $50 more per month on average than last year, with rent near the city's recent peak from December 2024.
Compared to national trends
Greensboro sits 26.3% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a moderately priced market with 602 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios in Greensboro rent for about $955/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,020/month, and 2-bedrooms at $1,250/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,700/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,218/month. This range reflects the variety of bedroom sizes available to renters.
Neighborhood spotlight
Lake Shore rents fell 56.6% year over year to $1,399/month across 17 rentals, and Northern Shores dropped 54.2% to $1,524/month with 18 rentals. These declines contrast with the citywide rise of 3.7%, showing localized cooldowns in Greensboro.
Median rent
Median rent in Greensboro
$1,400/mo
4%vs previous year
The average rent in Greensboro is $1,400 per month as of November 2026. This is 26% below the national average rent, or $500 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Greensboro
602
for rent on Zumper.com as of November 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Greensboro rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Greensboro, NC
Average rent prices in Greensboro have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 4% 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
Greensboro, NC
Rent prices in Greensboro vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Greensboro is $1,169, whereas a house costs $1,702. 1-bedroom apartments in Greensboro run $1,050 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,200.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $955 |  4% | 6% | |
1 bedroom | $1,020 | 1% | 11% | |
2 bedroom | $1,250 | 2% | 5% | |
3 bedroom | $1,699 | No Change | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $2,217 | 2% | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Adams Farm | $1,995 | |
Battlefield | $1,595 | |
Brice Street Area | $1,250 | |
Forest Valley | $1,788 | |
Glenwood | $1,247 | |
Hewitt Area | $1,150 | |
Lindley Park | $850 | |
O Henry Oaks | $1,295 | |
Phillips Ave | $1,095 | |
Westerwood | $1,150 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,169 | 2% | 7% | |
Condos | $1,372 | 3% | 2% | |
Houses | $1,702 | 3% | No Change | |
Rooms | $752 | 15% | 11% |
Studio
Average rent
$955
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
6%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,020
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
11%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,250
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
5%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,699
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,217
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
Brice Street Area
Average rent
$1,250
Hewitt Area
Average rent
$1,150
Phillips Ave
Average rent
$1,095
Glenwood
Average rent
$1,247
Battlefield
Average rent
$1,595
Forest Valley
Average rent
$1,788
Adams Farm
Average rent
$1,995
Westerwood
Average rent
$1,150
Lindley Park
Average rent
$850
O Henry Oaks
Average rent
$1,295
Apartments
Average rent
$1,169
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
7%
Condos
Average rent
$1,372
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
2%
Houses
Average rent
$1,702
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
No Change
Rooms
Average rent
$752
Last 30 days
15%
Last year
11%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Greensboro, 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 Greensboro, NC compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Greensboro and Archdale by all bedroom counts and property types.
Greensboro
26%lower than the national median
45%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Greensboro, NC is 33% higher than the median rent in Archdale, NC.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,050
19%$1,400
4%$1,495
17%$1,319
4%$1,880
46%$1,580
1%$1,100
42%$1,725
24%$875
27%$1,200
9%$1,125
8%$1,450
11%Cost of living in Greensboro, 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 | 4% lower |
| Groceries | 1% lower |
| Health | 4% higher |
| Housing | 22% lower |
| Transportation | 2% lower |
| Utilities | 6% lower |
Discover rentals in Greensboro, NC
5d+ ago
House for rent in Greensboro
2 beds
1 bath
$725
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
2h ago
1622 Mcpherson St, Greensboro, NC 27405
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$750–$925
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
22h ago
915 Englewood St, Greensboro, NC 27403
4 beds
4 baths
$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
2d ago
610 Bluford St, Greensboro, NC 27401
3 beds
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.Apartment for rent
4d ago
709 E Market St, Greensboro, NC 27401
Studio
-1–3 baths
$2,850–$8,900
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.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Northern Shores house for rent in Greensboro
8 Flagship Cv, Greensboro, NC 27455
4 beds
4.5 baths
$5,200
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
House for rent in Greensboro
5510 Faye Dr, Greensboro, NC 27410
4 beds
3.5 baths
$4,500
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 Feb 1
5h ago
4126 Macbeth St, Greensboro, NC 27410
3–4 beds
2–3 baths
$2,794–$4,062
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
1h ago
Verified
3047 Pisgah Pl, Greensboro, NC 27455
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$955–$2,200
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
2h ago
Verified
1511 New Garden Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,230–$2,762
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
2h ago
Verified
1521 Bridford Pkwy, Greensboro, NC 27407
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,136–$2,163
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
4h ago
Verified
3201 Allerton Cir, Greensboro, NC 27409
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,140–$1,580
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 Mar 31
1h ago
Verified
3047 Pisgah Pl, Greensboro, NC 27455
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$955–$2,200
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
13h ago
Verified
1373 Lees Chapel Rd, Greensboro, NC 27455
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,022–$1,691
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 3-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
7 Woodstream Ln, Greensboro, NC 27410
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,135–$1,390
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 6-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
5500 Weslo Willow Cir, Greensboro, NC 27409
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$750–$1,435
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 4
2h ago
Verified
1511 New Garden Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,230–$2,762
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
2h ago
Verified
1521 Bridford Pkwy, Greensboro, NC 27407
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,136–$2,163
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
4h ago
Verified
3201 Allerton Cir, Greensboro, NC 27409
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,140–$1,580
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 Mar 31
13h ago
Verified
1373 Lees Chapel Rd, Greensboro, NC 27455
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,022–$1,691
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 3-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Greensboro, NC
Quick answers to common questions about the Greensboro rental market.
How much is rent in Greensboro?
The average rent in Greensboro is $1,400 per month as of November 7, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Greensboro?
Average rent prices in Greensboro have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 4% since last year.
How does Greensboro rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Greensboro is 26% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $500 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Greensboro?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Greensboro are Lindley Park ($850/mo), Phillips Ave ($1,095/mo), and Hewitt Area ($1,150/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Greensboro?
To comfortably afford rent in Greensboro, 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 Greensboro?
December and April offer the best rental deals in Greensboro, with April seeing the lowest rents and December representing the least competitive period with reduced demand. August commands the highest rents, running approximately 4.5% higher than April's seasonal lows.
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).