Average Rent in Fayetteville, NC
Apartments & Houses by Size

Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 10/23/2025

Fayetteville, North Carolina, offers a dynamic rental market that blends historic charm with modern convenience, attracting students, military personnel, and families alike. The city's vibrant downtown district, anchored by the historic Market Square and close to Fort Bragg, provides easy access to cultural events, dining, and entertainment, while quieter residential neighborhoods such as West Overlook and Haymount deliver a more suburban feel with tree‑lined streets and local parks. This variety of settings supports a healthy mix of apartments and single‑family homes, catering to a broad range of lifestyle preferences.

Apartment renters will find options ranging from studios in the $950s to spacious four‑plus bedroom units approaching the $2,000 range. One‑bedroom apartments typically sit in the $1,100 bracket, while two‑bedroom units average around $1,250 and three‑bedroom apartments hover near $1,450. Larger floor plans provide elevated amenities and proximity to key amenities such as the Fayetteville Mall and the Cape Fear Riverwalk. Home seekers can also enjoy competitive rates, with one‑ and two‑bedroom houses generally priced in the $1,080–$1,110 range, three‑bedroom homes averaging close to $1,570, and larger family homes reaching the $2,000 tier.

Beyond the numbers, Fayetteville's rental landscape benefits from strong local employment, excellent schools, and a growing arts scene highlighted by the Cape Fear Regional Theatre. Whether you value the walkable urban core, the convenience of nearby military installations, or the peaceful charm of established neighborhoods, Fayetteville rentals provide a balanced blend of affordability, convenience, and community spirit, making it a compelling choice for renters across North Carolina.

Partial Data Available: We have sufficient data for 2 Bedroom, 1 Bedroom, 3 Bedroom, 4+ Bedroom listings. Other bedroom types need more data for reliable statistics.

Fayetteville Rent by Property Type & Bedroom Count

Property Type Bedrooms Average Median Min - Max 25th - 75th
Apartment 1 Bedroom $1,073 $1,080 $299 - $1,600 $950 - $1,170
Apartment 2 Bedroom $1,237 $1,250 $899 - $1,716 $1,104 - $1,350
Apartment 3 Bedroom $1,492 $1,450 $915 - $1,943 $1,350 - $1,685
House 1 Bedroom $1,520 $949 $800 - $4,500 $800 - $1,125
House 2 Bedroom $1,103 $1,100 $650 - $1,500 $1,000 - $1,200
House 3 Bedroom $1,569 $1,500 $700 - $3,295 $1,395 - $1,700
House 4+ Bedroom $1,988 $1,995 $1,350 - $3,000 $1,700 - $2,200

In the current period, the average rent in Fayetteville was $1,131 for 1 Bedroom, $1,165 for 2 Bedroom, $1,562 for 3 Bedroom, and $1,962 for 4+ Bedroom.
Note: This analysis includes only bedroom types with sufficient data.

Fayetteville

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