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300 Long Shoals Rd,
Arden, NC 28704
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Rental Market Trends in Arden, NC
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Arden, NC is $1,448/month.
Rent in Arden is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.
$1,448/month
Average Rent
767 Sq Ft
Average Size
-4.5%
Change / Year
1,290
Available Apartments
Arden rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Arden average $1,383 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Arden average $1,448 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Arden average $1,661 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Arden average $2,062 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in Arden, NC?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 4.5%, which averages out to $64 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Arden, NC
July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
10%
$700 - $1,000/month
14%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
76%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
0%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Arden?
Based on current rent prices, Walnut Cove, Royal Pines and Southridge are the most affordable neighborhoods in Arden.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Arden?
Based on current rent prices, Lake Julian, Avery Creek and Southridge are the most expensive neighborhoods in Arden.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Which Arden neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Arden with the most apartments available are Lake Julian, Avery Creek and Southridge .
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Arden, NC?
Because the average rent in Arden is $1,448, you’ll want to make about $4,826 per month or $57,912 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Arden, NC compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Arden, NC to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Arden Area GuideStudio
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$1,213/month
One Bedroom
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$1,468/month
Two Bedroom
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$1,683/month
Three Bedroom
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$2,024/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Arden?
The average rent in Arden is $1,448 per month, which is 12.9% lower than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in Arden?
The average rent for a house in Arden, NC is $2,250 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Arden?
Rents in Arden, NC are decreasing, with prices down 4.5% year-over-year and $64 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Arden?
In Arden, NC, 76% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.