Average Rent in Greensboro, NC
What is the average rent in Greensboro, NC?
The average listed apartment rent in Greensboro, NC is $1,645 per month, as of October 20, 2026. This sample includes 67 priced apartments in 5 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from October 14, 2026 through October 20, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
5 apartment buildings, 67 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Greensboro, NCAvg Rent
$1,645/mo
median $1,520
market average
Cheapest
$1,295/mo
Mojud Lofts
Properties
5
tracked daily
Units
67
available now
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Analysis
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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Greensboro, NC Rent Prices
All 5 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Mojud Lofts
1001 S Lindell Rd, Greensboro, NC 27403, USA
Greenway at Fisher Park
404 W Smith St, Greensboro, NC 27401, USA
Spring Street Apartments
519 N Spring St, Greensboro, NC 27401, USA
Greenway at Stadium Park
451 N Eugene St, Greensboro, NC 27401, USA
Hawthorne at Friendly
900 Hobbs Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mojud Lofts 1001 S Lindell Rd, Greensboro, NC 27403, USA | $1,295 | $1,520 | $2.09/ft² | 4.9 (44) | 26 |
| 2 | Greenway at Fisher Park 404 W Smith St, Greensboro, NC 27401, USA | $1,405 | $1,530 | $1.97/ft² | 4.2 (57) | 5 |
| 3 | Spring Street Apartments 519 N Spring St, Greensboro, NC 27401, USA | $1,499 | $1,685 | $2.05/ft² | 5 (40) | 31 |
| 4 | Greenway at Stadium Park 451 N Eugene St, Greensboro, NC 27401, USA | $1,609 | $1,834 | $1.86/ft² | 4.8 (14) | 4 |
| 5 | Hawthorne at Friendly 900 Hobbs Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410, USA | $3,499 | $3,499 | $2.62/ft² | 4.7 (145) | 1 |
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Mojud Lofts
4.9 (44)1001 S Lindell Rd, Greensboro, NC 27403, USA
Greenway at Fisher Park
4.2 (57)404 W Smith St, Greensboro, NC 27401, USA
Spring Street Apartments
5 (40)519 N Spring St, Greensboro, NC 27401, USA
Greenway at Stadium Park
4.8 (14)451 N Eugene St, Greensboro, NC 27401, USA
Hawthorne at Friendly
4.7 (145)900 Hobbs Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410, USA
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Greensboro, NC neighborhoods
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Greensboro, NC Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Greensboro, NC is $1,645 per month, based on 67 units across 5 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,295 at Mojud Lofts to $3,499 at Hawthorne at Friendly.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $1,495/mo | $1,295/mo | 53 |
| 2 Bed | $2,094/mo | $1,699/mo | 11 |
| 3 Bed | $2,659/mo | $2,260/mo | 3 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Greensboro, NC, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Greensboro, NC averages $1,495/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $2,094/mo. At the local median household income of $58,884, that works out to 34% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Greensboro, NC at $1,114/mo. The current tracked market average runs 48% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Greensboro, NC while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Greensboro, 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
$66,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,645/mo.
Comfortable income
$79,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,295/mo), you need to earn at least $52,000/year.
Median household income in Greensboro, NC is $58,884 , about 25% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Greensboro, NC
Overall prices in Greensboro, NC runs below the national average by about 7% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 92.9, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Greensboro, NC's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,645 |
| Utilities | $318 |
| Groceries | $523 |
| Transportation | $759 |
| Healthcare | $370 |
| Other goods and services | $592 |
| Estimated total | $4,207/mo |
Population
298,564
Median household income
$58,884
Census median rent
$1,114/mo
Census rent burden
31.4%
Median age
34.1
Mean commute
22 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
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
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
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 were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in North Carolina
How Greensboro, NC rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Greensboro, NC | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC | $2,077 | +26% | -5.3% | 89 |
| Raleigh, NC | $1,655 | +1% | -9.1% | 35 |
| Cary, NC | $1,962 | +19% | -2.4% | 33 |
| Concord, NC | $1,522 | -7% | -10.5% | 25 |
| Morrisville, NC | $1,761 | +7% | -6.3% | 25 |
| Asheville, NC | $1,870 | +14% | -3.5% | 22 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Greensboro, NC?
The average listed apartment rent in Greensboro, NC is $1,645 per month, as of October 20, 2026. This sample includes 67 priced apartments in 5 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Greensboro, NC?
The median asking rent in Greensboro, NC is $1,520 per month, computed from 67 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,645/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Greensboro, NC?
The lowest available rent in Greensboro, NC starts at $1,295 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Greensboro, NC?
1-bedroom apartments in Greensboro, NC average $1,495/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,295/mo across 53 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Greensboro, NC?
2-bedroom apartments in Greensboro, NC average $2,094/mo. Units start from $1,699/mo across 11 units currently listed.
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