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Last updated on July 21, 2026
Average rent in
Greenville, NC
Average rent in
Last updated on July 21, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Greenville rent stands today
Greenville, NC rent rose 2.9% year over year, with a current median of $1,338/month. Renters are paying $32 more per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially unchanged.
Compared to national trends
Greenville is 31.2% more affordable than the $1,945/month national median, making it a more accessible market for renters seeking value. The city offers a total of 341 rentals.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios rent for $1,550/month, 1-bedrooms for $825/month, 2-bedrooms for $1,100/month, 3-bedrooms for $1,600/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $2,400/month. The inventory includes 41.7% apartments and 51.6% houses, reflecting a varied rental market.
Neighborhood spotlight
Studio rents climbed 158.8% year over year, a large divergence from the citywide 2.9% rise. This segment's increase stands out distinctly against Greenville's overall modest rent growth.
Median rent
Median rent in Greenville
$1,337/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Greenville is $1,337 per month as of July 2026. This is 31% below the national average rent, or $607 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Greenville
341
for rent on Zumper.com as of July 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Greenville rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Greenville, NC
Average rent prices in Greenville 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
Greenville, NC
Rent prices in Greenville vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Greenville is $999, whereas a house costs $1,500. 1-bedroom apartments in Greenville run $825 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $950.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,550 | 3% | 184% | |
1 bedroom | $825 | 1% |  6% | |
2 bedroom | $1,100 | 1% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $1,600 | 1% | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $2,400 | 9% | 35% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Cypress Landing | $1,450 | |
Pamlico Beach | $2,800 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $999 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,300 | 2% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,500 | 2% | No Change | |
Rooms | $595 | 6% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,550
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
184%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$825
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
6%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
9%
Last year
35%
Pamlico Beach
Average rent
$2,800
Cypress Landing
Average rent
$1,450
Apartments
Average rent
$999
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,300
Last 30 days
2%
Houses
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$595
Last 30 days
6%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Greenville, 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 Greenville, NC compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Greenville and Belhaven by all bedroom counts and property types.
Greenville
31%lower than the national median
34%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Greenville, NC is 49% lower than the median rent in Belhaven, NC.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,600
$1,700
$1,550
10%$1,685
90%$1,650
12%$2,100
88%$1,325
$1,800
11%$1,450
$1,750
3%$1,350
11%$1,500
8%Cost of living in Greenville, 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 | 10% higher |
| Health | 2% higher |
| Housing | 21% lower |
| Transportation | 4% higher |
| Utilities | No difference |
Discover rentals in Greenville, NC
5d+ ago
2631 Cypress View Dr, Greenville, NC 27858
3 beds
3 baths
$589
House for rent
5d+ ago
River Dr, Greenville, NC 27858
3 beds
2 baths
$619
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Greenville
3211 Summer Pl #17, Greenville, NC 27834
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Greenville
3215 Summer Pl #22, Greenville, NC 27834
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Greenville
579 Lexington Dr, Greenville, NC 27834
4 beds
4.5 baths
$7,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Greenville
301 S Oak St, Greenville, NC 27858
4 beds
3 baths
$3,200
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Greenville
3 beds
2 baths
$2,600
House for rent
Available Aug 10
3d ago
House for rent in Greenville
1910 E 9th St, Greenville, NC 27858
Studio
3 baths
$2,500
House for rent
4d ago
3324 Frontgate Dr, Greenville, NC 27834
1–2 beds
1 bath
$799–$999
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Greenville
3 beds
3 baths
$1,075
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 13
5d+ ago
House for rent in Greenville
3 beds
2 baths
$1,250
House for rent
Available Jun 15
1h ago
Condo for rent in Greenville
2 beds
2 baths
$1,200
Condo for rent
Available Aug 14
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Greenville
2 beds
2 baths
$900
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Greenville
4128 Kittrell Farms Dr #6, Greenville, NC 27858
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,200
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Greenville
1151 Cross Creek Cir #E, Greenville, NC 27834
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,550
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Greenville
2112 Flagstone Ct #C2, Greenville, NC 27834
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,400
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Greenville
3 beds
2 baths
$1,395
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 8
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Greenville
2 beds
1.5 baths
$925
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 30
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Greenville
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,450
House for rent
Available Feb 8
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Greenville
3 beds
1 bath
$1,150
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Greenville, NC
Quick answers to common questions about the Greenville rental market.
How much is rent in Greenville?
The average rent in Greenville is $1,337 per month as of July 18, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Greenville?
Average rent prices in Greenville have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
How does Greenville rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Greenville is 31% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $607 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Greenville?
To comfortably afford rent in Greenville, you'd need to earn approximately $54,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Greenville?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Greenville average around $850/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,170/month.
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).