The Groves
526 Carl St,
Gastonia, NC 28054
$999 - $2,026
1-2 Beds
Gastonia
Gastonia, NC
Area Guide
The perfect balance between the hustle and bustle of Charlotte and North Carolina’s natural beauty.
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Gastonia, located just west of Charlotte, combines historic charm with contemporary living. The city's rental market remains budget-friendly, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,183 per month and showing modest annual increases around 3%. Housing options span from renovated properties in downtown to newer communities in established neighborhoods like Forestbrook and Gardner Park. Outdoor recreation enthusiasts will find Crowders Mountain State Park's hiking trails and rock climbing areas just minutes away, while the Schiele Museum of Natural History offers educational exhibits and houses a planetarium.
Downtown Gastonia continues to grow, as local businesses occupy restored historic buildings throughout the district. The restored Loray Mill Historic District now serves as a mixed-use development with distinctive apartment homes. The city's economic stability is anchored by CaroMont Regional Medical Center, while the FUSE District adds entertainment venues to the downtown area. Located along Interstate 85, Gastonia provides convenient access to Charlotte while offering more affordable housing costs and a strong community atmosphere.
Rent Trends
As of January 2026, the average apartment rent in Gastonia, NC is $918 for a studio, $1,163 for one bedroom, $1,331 for two bedrooms, and $1,592 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Gastonia has decreased by -1.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,163/month
731 Sq Ft
House
$1,722/month
1,364 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,757/month
1,346 Sq Ft
Transportation
39
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
1
Minimal Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
30
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
520 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
419 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
521 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
622 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
502 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
431 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
804 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
610 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
148 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
514 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,081 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,303 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,120 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
148 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Schiele Museum of Natural History
- Crowders Mountain State Park
- Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Charlotte/Douglas International
- Concord-Padgett Regional
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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.