Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Average rent in
New Bern, NC
Average rent in
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
New Bern, NC rent rose 25.2% year over year, with a current median of $1,785/month. Renters today are paying $360 more per month on average than last year despite a 5.6% month-over-month decline from the recent peak in September 2026.
Compared to national trends
New Bern sits 6.0% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, with 96 total rentals dominated by houses, making it a smaller market with moderate pricing relative to the national landscape.
Price ranges
In New Bern, 1-bedroom units rent around $1,000/month, 2-bedrooms around $1,325/month, 3-bedrooms around $1,900/month, and 4+ bedrooms around $2,275/month. The rental inventory is weighted toward 3-bedroom units, which make up 44.7% of total rentals.
Median rent
Median rent in New Bern
$1,785/mo
25%vs previous year
The average rent in New Bern is $1,785 per month as of October 2026. This is 6% below the national average rent, or $115 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in New Bern
96
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of New Bern rentals at each price point
Rent trends in New Bern, NC
Average rent prices in New Bern have decreased by 6% over the last month and have increased by 25% 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
New Bern, NC
Rent prices in New Bern vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in New Bern is $1,245, whereas a house costs $1,925. 1-bedroom apartments in New Bern run $1,034 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,319.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 bedroom | $1,000 |  7% | 22% | |
2 bedroom | $1,325 | No Change | 7% | |
3 bedroom | $1,900 | 2% | 26% | |
4 bedroom | $2,275 | 5% | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown New Bern | $1,600 | |
Five Points | $1,825 | |
Greenbrier | $1,605 | |
Oak Ridge | $1,650 | |
Taberna | $2,000 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,245 | 3% | 9% | |
Condos | $1,662 | No Change | 10% | |
Houses | $1,925 | No Change | 24% |
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
22%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,325
Last year
7%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,900
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
26%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,275
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
1%
Downtown New Bern
Average rent
$1,600
Five Points
Average rent
$1,825
Taberna
Average rent
$2,000
Oak Ridge
Average rent
$1,650
Greenbrier
Average rent
$1,605
Apartments
Average rent
$1,245
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
9%
Condos
Average rent
$1,662
Last year
10%
Houses
Average rent
$1,925
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
24%
The table above reflects average rent prices in New Bern, 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 New Bern, NC compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in New Bern and Arapahoe by all bedroom counts and property types.
New Bern
6%lower than the national median
3%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in New Bern, NC is 8% lower than the median rent in Arapahoe, NC.
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49%Discover rentals in New Bern, NC
22h ago
3000 Academic Dr, New Bern, NC 28562
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$415–$1,150
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
8h ago
1025 Karen Dr, New Bern, NC 28562
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$833–$1,140
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
Apartment for rent in New Bern
1106 Karen Dr #C, New Bern, NC 28562
2 beds
1 bath
$950
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 New Bern
2 beds
1 bath
$1,040
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 New Bern
3610 Cashmere Ln, New Bern, NC 28562
3 beds
3 baths
$3,200
Price dropped $600Fees 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
Townhouse for rent in New Bern
3908 Harkers Way, New Bern, NC 28562
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,975
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 New Bern
505 8th St #1, New Bern, NC 28560
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,500
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 Oct 1
4d ago
House for rent in New Bern
1014 Mackerel Mnr, New Bern, NC 28562
3 beds
2 baths
$2,400
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
40m ago
Verified
2590 Woodland Ave, New Bern, NC 28562
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,098–$5,850
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
3h ago
1352 Trent Blvd, New Bern, NC 28560
1–2 beds
1 bath
$995–$1,340
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
8h ago
1025 Karen Dr, New Bern, NC 28562
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$833–$1,140
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
3000 Academic Dr, New Bern, NC 28562
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$415–$1,150
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
40m ago
Verified
2590 Woodland Ave, New Bern, NC 28562
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,098–$5,850
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
House for rent in New Bern
4016 Madeline Farm Blvd, New Bern, NC 28560
5 beds
3 baths
$2,400
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
Townhouse for rent in New Bern
2037 Clock Rd, New Bern, NC 28562
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,850
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
206 King St, New Bern, NC 28560
3 beds
1 bath
$1,750
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
6h ago
House for rent in New Bern
4 beds
2.5 baths
$2,200
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
8h ago
1025 Karen Dr, New Bern, NC 28562
1–2 beds
1 bath
$833–$993
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
1207 N Craven St, New Bern, NC 28560
1 bed
1 bath
$850
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
14166 Post Office Box 14166, New Bern, NC 28561
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
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 New Bern, NC
Quick answers to common questions about the New Bern rental market.
How much is rent in New Bern?
The average rent in New Bern is $1,785 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in New Bern?
Average rent prices in New Bern have decreased by 6% over the last month and have increased by 25% since last year.
How does New Bern rent compare to the national average?
Rent in New Bern is 6% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $115 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in New Bern?
The most affordable neighborhoods in New Bern are Downtown New Bern ($1,600/mo), Greenbrier ($1,605/mo), and Oak Ridge ($1,650/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in New Bern?
To comfortably afford rent in New Bern, you'd need to earn approximately $71,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in New Bern?
February offers the lowest rents in New Bern with prices roughly 8.7% below September's peak, while December is the least competitive month with lower demand compared to available inventory.
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).