25 Merrimar Ct
25 Merrimar Ct,
Benson, NC 27504
$1,550
3 Beds
Benson
Benson, NC
Area Guide
The best small town in North Carolina
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Suburban
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Affordable
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Pastoral
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Historic
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The self-proclaimed best small town in North Carolina, Benson offers a true sense of small town charm, boasting a supportive community, safe residential streets, and a laidback lifestyle. A blend of rural and suburban land, Benson blends a secluded feel with historic attractions and a thriving downtown district that hosts various community events throughout the year.
The city of Benson is all about supporting local businesses and historic attractions like the Benson Museum of Local History. Benson is host to the largest festival in Johnston County celebrating the city’s agricultural and farming history. This cozy town is located 32 miles south of Raleigh and 31 miles northeast of Fayetteville, so it’s the perfect community for commuters. Shopping, dining, and entertainment options galore are just a short drive from Benson!
Rent Trends
As of October 2025, the average apartment rent in Benson, NC is $436 for one bedroom, $515 for two bedrooms, and $562 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Benson has increased by 2.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$436/month
783 Sq Ft
House
$1,860/month
1,265 Sq Ft
Transportation
36
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
36
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-8
609 Students
Public
Grades PK-4
608 Students
Public
Grades 5-8
511 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
609 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
749 Students
Public
Grades 5-8
511 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,469 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Cape Fear River Trail Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Fayetteville Regional/Grannis Field
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2025.