Average Rent in Gastonia NC
8 apartment buildings, 78 units. Real asking prices, refreshed daily.
Avg Rent
$1,546/mo
Cheapest
$883/mo
Properties
8
Units
78
Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 8 properties in Gastonia NC.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Gastonia NC Rent Prices
All 8 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Destination at Union Apartments
1272 Union Rd, Gastonia
Property Matters Realty
201 E Main Ave, Gastonia
Walker Ridge Apartments
1100 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia
Hudson Woods Apartments
1930 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia
Avalon Park Apartment Homes
2380 Ballantyne Dr, Gastonia
Affinity at Hudson Townhomes
2348 Layman Dr, Gastonia
River Rock at Dallas
1301 Limestone Ct, Dallas
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Destination at Union Apartments 1272 Union Rd, Gastonia | $883 | $1,125 | $1.58 | 4.3 | 24 |
| 2 | Property Matters Realty 201 E Main Ave, Gastonia | $1,125 | $1,557 | $1.50 | 3.7 | 5 |
| 3 | Walker Ridge Apartments 1100 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia | $1,126 | $1,339 | -- | 3.9 | 6 |
| 4 | Hudson Woods Apartments 1930 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia | $1,315 | $1,327 | $1.33 | 4.5 | 9 |
| 5 | Avalon Park Apartment Homes 2380 Ballantyne Dr, Gastonia | $1,335 | $1,544 | $1.39 | 4.3 | 15 |
| 6 | Affinity at Hudson Townhomes 2348 Layman Dr, Gastonia | $2,135 | $2,246 | $1.36 | 4.5 | 19 |
| 7 | River Rock at Dallas 1301 Limestone Ct, Dallas | -- | -- | -- | 4.8 | 0 |
Explore Each Property
Destination at Union Apartments
4.31272 Union Rd, Gastonia
Property Matters Realty
3.7201 E Main Ave, Gastonia
Walker Ridge Apartments
3.91100 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia
Hudson Woods Apartments
4.51930 Robinwood Rd, Gastonia
Avalon Park Apartment Homes
4.32380 Ballantyne Dr, Gastonia
Affinity at Hudson Townhomes
4.52348 Layman Dr, Gastonia
Gastonia NC Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Gastonia NC is $1,546 per month, based on 78 units across 8 apartment communities. Prices range from $883 at Destination at Union Apartments to $2,135 at Affinity at Hudson Townhomes.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,226/mo | $883/mo | 9 |
| 1 Bed | $1,223/mo | $1,093/mo | 11 |
| 2 Bed | $1,248/mo | $1,072/mo | 32 |
| 3 Bed | $2,116/mo | $1,775/mo | 24 |
| 4 Bed | $2,710/mo | $2,710/mo | 2 |
Every price comes directly from each property's leasing system, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Gastonia NC?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$62,000/year
30 percent rule -- using our average rent of $1,546/mo.
Comfortable income
$74,000/year
25 percent rule -- leaves more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($883/mo), you need to earn at least $35,000/year.
Cost of living in Gastonia NC
We only have live rent data for Gastonia NC so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,546 |
| Estimated total | $1,546/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
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Nearby cities in North Carolina
How Gastonia NC rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Gastonia NC | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC | $2,369 | +53% | 32 |
| Cary, NC | $2,112 | +37% | 32 |
| Morrisville, NC | $1,722 | +11% | 26 |
| Raleigh, NC | $1,654 | +7% | 22 |
| Wilmington, NC | $1,423 | -8% | 11 |
| Winston Salem, NC | $1,848 | +20% | 9 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Gastonia NC?
The average rent in Gastonia NC is $1,546 per month, based on 78 units across 8 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are updated every morning through our proprietary data sourcing.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Gastonia NC?
The lowest available rent in Gastonia NC starts at $883 per month. Availability changes daily as leasing data is refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Gastonia NC?
1-bedroom apartments in Gastonia NC average $1,223/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,093/mo across 11 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Gastonia NC?
2-bedroom apartments in Gastonia NC average $1,248/mo. Units start from $1,072/mo across 32 units currently listed.
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