Average Rent in Huntersville, NC
What is the average rent in Huntersville, NC?
The average listed apartment rent in Huntersville, NC is $1,711 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 214 priced apartments in 13 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 November 2, 2026 through November 6, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
13 apartment buildings, 214 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Huntersville, NCCheapest
$1,180/mo
Reserve at Kenton Place Apartment Homes
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13
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Units
214
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Huntersville, NC Rent Prices
All 13 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Reserve at Kenton Place Apartment Homes
17110 Kenton Dr, Cornelius, NC 28031, USA
LANA at Lake Norman Apartments
10410 Sam Furr Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078, USA
MAA Huntersville
9721 Rose Commons Dr, Huntersville, NC 28078, USA
The Landings at Northcross Apartments
16938 Landings Dr, Huntersville, NC 28078, USA
The Wrenley
2020 Winters Eve Dr, Charlotte, NC 28269, USA
Avalon Highland Creek
4930 Goose Creek Dr, Charlotte, NC 28269, USA
Alta Croft
3030 Barrow Rd, Charlotte, NC 28269, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reserve at Kenton Place Apartment Homes 17110 Kenton Dr, Cornelius, NC 28031, USA | $1,180 | $1,379 | $1.33/ft² | 3.8 (114) | 20 |
| 2 | LANA at Lake Norman Apartments 10410 Sam Furr Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078, USA | $1,274 as of Oct 28 | $1,948 | $2.05/ft² | 5 (36) | 125 |
| 3 | MAA Huntersville 9721 Rose Commons Dr, Huntersville, NC 28078, USA | $1,278 | $1,450 | $1.51/ft² | 4.3 (153) | 13 |
| 4 | The Landings at Northcross Apartments 16938 Landings Dr, Huntersville, NC 28078, USA | $1,290 | $1,334 | $1.32/ft² | 3.6 (97) | 23 |
| 5 | The Wrenley 2020 Winters Eve Dr, Charlotte, NC 28269, USA | $1,309 | $1,668 | $1.83/ft² | 4.8 (175) | 31 |
| 6 | Avalon Highland Creek 4930 Goose Creek Dr, Charlotte, NC 28269, USA | $1,312 | $1,626 | $1.57/ft² | 4.1 (167) | 17 |
| 7 | Alta Croft 3030 Barrow Rd, Charlotte, NC 28269, USA | $1,365 | $1,596 | $1.53/ft² | 4.5 (354) | 16 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Reserve at Kenton Place Apartment Homes
3.8 (114)17110 Kenton Dr, Cornelius, NC 28031, USA
LANA at Lake Norman Apartments
5 (36)10410 Sam Furr Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078, USA
MAA Huntersville
4.3 (153)9721 Rose Commons Dr, Huntersville, NC 28078, USA
The Landings at Northcross Apartments
3.6 (97)16938 Landings Dr, Huntersville, NC 28078, USA
The Wrenley
4.8 (175)2020 Winters Eve Dr, Charlotte, NC 28269, USA
Avalon Highland Creek
4.1 (167)4930 Goose Creek Dr, Charlotte, NC 28269, USA
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Huntersville, NC neighborhoods
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Huntersville, NC Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Huntersville, NC is $1,711 per month, based on 214 units across 13 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,180 at Reserve at Kenton Place Apartment Homes to $3,449 at River Rock at Alexander Farms (The Village).
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,347/mo | $1,309/mo | 4 |
| 1 Bed | $1,516/mo | $1,180/mo | 71 |
| 2 Bed | $1,698/mo | $1,290/mo | 108 |
| 3 Bed | $2,254/mo | $1,708/mo | 31 |
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 Huntersville, NC, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Huntersville, NC averages $1,516/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $1,698/mo. At the local median household income of $119,951, that works out to 17% of gross income, well within the 25 percent comfortable-rent threshold.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Huntersville, NC at $1,742/mo. The current tracked market average runs 2% below that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Huntersville, NC while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Huntersville, 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
$68,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,711/mo.
Comfortable income
$82,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,180/mo), you need to earn at least $47,000/year.
Median household income in Huntersville, NC is $119,951 , about 46% above the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Huntersville, NC
Overall prices in Huntersville, NC runs below the national average by about 3% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 97.3, 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 Huntersville, NC's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,711 |
| Utilities | $417 |
| Groceries | $522 |
| Transportation | $995 |
| Healthcare | $485 |
| Other goods and services | $776 |
| Estimated total | $4,907/mo |
Population
62,458
Median household income
$119,951
Census median rent
$1,742/mo
Census rent burden
26.3%
Median age
39.9
Mean commute
27 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 Huntersville, NC rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Huntersville, NC | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC | $1,992 | +16% | +1.7% | 90 |
| Raleigh, NC | $1,632 | -5% | -0.6% | 35 |
| Cary, NC | $1,916 | +12% | +0.6% | 33 |
| Concord, NC | $1,498 | -12% | -5.2% | 28 |
| Morrisville, NC | $1,737 | +2% | +0.8% | 25 |
| Asheville, NC | $1,823 | +7% | +1.4% | 22 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Huntersville, NC?
The average listed apartment rent in Huntersville, NC is $1,711 per month, as of November 6, 2026. This sample includes 214 priced apartments in 13 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Huntersville, NC?
The median asking rent in Huntersville, NC is $1,610 per month, computed from 214 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,711/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Huntersville, NC?
The lowest available rent in Huntersville, NC starts at $1,180 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Huntersville, NC?
1-bedroom apartments in Huntersville, NC average $1,516/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,180/mo across 71 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Huntersville, NC?
2-bedroom apartments in Huntersville, NC average $1,698/mo. Units start from $1,290/mo across 108 units currently listed.
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