Just over the still
Jamestown downtown in W Main St.
You can pause and take in the view from the marina at City Lake Park in Jamestown.
The Greek Revival-style Jamestown Public Library awaits bibliophiles in Jamestown.
You can get a bakery item and your favorite coffee at Kindred Coffee and Kitchen in Jamestown.

Jamestown, NC Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,295

Population

3,583

Renter Mix

20% Rent

Welcome to a historic gem of the South

Suburban Historic Charming

With the name Jamestown, it’s assumed that this city holds historical significance—and in fact, it does! With a rich history and small-town charm, Jamestown is considered a gem of the South. Nestled along High Point Lake in North Carolina, residents and visitors alike deem this small town desirable for many reasons.

Jamestown’s quaint downtown district houses cozy restaurants and shops, many locally owned. See what all the talk is about at some of the city’s hidden foodie treasures, such as The Deck or Southern Roots. If you’re looking for a specialty cake or some tasty sweets, venture over to Blue House Bakery on East Main Street!

Large single-family homes and homey apartment communities sit on spacious lots in wooded neighborhoods, some even overlooking the lake. With a family-friendly atmosphere, welcoming neighbors, and safe residential streets, it’s surprising that rent in Jamestown is so affordable. Besides its charm, affordability, and historic character, Jamestown also boasts a convenient location.

Situated 13 miles southwest of Greensboro, 13 miles south of the Piedmont Triad International Airport, and 23 miles southeast of Winston-Salem, nothing is too far from your potential new home in Jamestown!

Explore the City

You can pause and take in the view from the marina at City Lake Park in Jamestown.

The Greek Revival-style Jamestown Public Library awaits bibliophiles in Jamestown.

You can get a bakery item and your favorite coffee at Kindred Coffee and Kitchen in Jamestown.

You can enjoy a sit down meal or hang out in the bar area at Southern Roots in Jamestown.

You can enjoy a walk on the Bicentennial Greenway in Gibson Park in Jamestown.

You can find amazing shops and restaurants on Main St. in Jamestown.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$86,607

Average: $115,838

Education

1,394

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

1,772

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.

Median Age

47 Years

Largest Age Group

55-64 Years

Approximately 15% of Residents

Under 20

21%

Over 65

24%

Housing Distribution

Jamestown has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
20%
Non-Renters
80%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
36%
Other Education
64%

Rent Trends

As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Jamestown, NC is $1,178 for a studio, $1,295 for one bedroom, $1,448 for two bedrooms, and $1,724 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Jamestown has decreased by -2.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,295/month
864 Sq Ft
House
$2,251/month
1,995 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,902/month
1,461 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Jamestown, NC

Learn More About Jamestown

Getting Around

Somewhat Walkable

Walkability

30 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bikeability

30 / 100

Schools

Jamestown Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

441 Students

Jamestown Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

441 Students

Millis Road Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

486 Students

Millis Road Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

486 Students

Jamestown Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

940 Students

Jamestown Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

940 Students

Gtcc Middle College High

Public

Grades 9-12

264 Students

Lucy Ragsdale High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,244 Students

Christine Joyner Greene Education Center

Public

Grades 9-12

67 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Hester Park
  • Greensboro Arboretum
  • Tanger Family Bicentennial Garden
  • The Bog Garden
  • Greensboro Children's Museum

Airports

  • Piedmont Triad International

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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 June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.