The Louie
2444 Maple Ave,
Burlington, NC 27215
$750 - $850
Studio
Burlington
Burlington, NC
Area Guide
Preservation and innovation drive this central North Carolina community.
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Historic
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Welcome to Burlington, North Carolina, nestled in the Piedmont region. This historic community offers various rental options from apartments to historic homes. Currently, rental rates remain competitive, with one-bedroom units averaging $1,217 per month and two-bedroom homes at $1,369, showing modest year-over-year increases of 0.8% and 2.2% respectively. Notable areas include Downtown Burlington, with its preserved architecture and local businesses, and the West Davis Street-Fountain Place area, recognized for its historic character. At the center of community life stands Burlington City Park, home to a restored 1910 Dentzel Carousel listed on the National Historical Register, set within 75 acres of recreational space.
Burlington combines historical significance with contemporary amenities. The city serves as headquarters for Labcorp, a major employer in the region. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound along the Haw River Trail and throughout the city's park system. The restored Paramount Theater hosts performances year-round, contributing to the local arts scene. Burlington's heritage as a textile center began in 1908 with the establishment of Edwin M. Holt's cotton mill, though today the economy encompasses diverse industries. The city is home to both Elon University and Alamance Community College. Community traditions continue through events like the Burlington Carousel Festival, which celebrates the city's historic carousel each September.
Explore the City
An aerial view of baseball fields in Springwood Park.
A couple walks past historic storefronts in Burlington, NC.
An aerial view of Burlington shows residential neighborhoods.
Rent Trends
As of November 2025, the average apartment rent in Burlington, NC is $840 for a studio, $1,148 for one bedroom, $1,325 for two bedrooms, and $1,548 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Burlington has decreased by -3.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,148/month
717 Sq Ft
House
$1,762/month
1,339 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,688/month
1,131 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,609/month
1,313 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Burlington, NC is 8.7% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Burlington is 15.0% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $822 - $1,543. You can expect to pay 4.6% less for groceries, 11.4% less for utilities, and 5.6% less for transportation.
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Transportation
42
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
38
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 K-5
514 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
481 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
582 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
283 Students
Public
Grades K-5
648 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
929 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
797 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,343 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
981 Students
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Points of Interest
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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 November 2025.