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Rental Market Trends in Ayden, NC

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Ayden, NC is $609/month.

Rent in Ayden is 63% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$609/month

Average Rent

615 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.6%

Change / Year

13

Available Apartments

Ayden rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Ayden average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Ayden average $609 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Ayden average $1,118 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Ayden average or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$609/month
615 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,118/month
967 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Ayden, NC?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.6%, which averages out to $10 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Ayden, NC

September 2026
Below $701
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Ayden, NC
Percentage*
Rent Range
75% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
25% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Ayden, NC?

Because the average rent in Ayden is $609, you’ll want to make about $2,030 per month or $24,360 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.

City

Ayden, NC

13 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Ayden, NC compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Ayden, 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.

Apartment Averages

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Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Winterville

    Winterville

    Avg Rent: $1,132/month

  • Greenville

    Greenville

    Avg Rent: $978/month

  • Kinston

    Kinston

    Avg Rent: $757/month

Apartment Communities in Ayden We Think You'll Love

Legacy Park Apartments

Legacy Park Apartments

4335 Legacy Park Way,
Ayden, NC 28513

2 Beds | $1,325

206 Fourth St

206 Fourth St

206 Fourth St,
Ayden, NC 28513

4 Beds | $1,950

4065 East Ave

4065 East Ave

4065 East Ave,
Ayden, NC 28513

2 Beds | $1,250

4286 S Pitt St

4286 S Pitt St

4286 S Pitt St,
Ayden, NC 28513

3 Beds | $1,100

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Ayden?

The average rent in Ayden is $609 per month, which is 63.4% lower than the national average of $1,665.

Are rents going up or down in Ayden?

Rents in Ayden, NC are increasing, with prices up 1.6% year-over-year and $10 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Ayden?

In Ayden, NC, 75% of apartments fall below $700/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States North Carolina Ayden Rental Trends

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 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.

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