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Rental Market Trends in Calabash, NC

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Calabash, NC is $1,762/month.

Rent in Calabash is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.

$1,762/month

Average Rent

1,173 Sq Ft

Average Size

+7.2%

Change / Year

134

Available Apartments

Calabash rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Calabash average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Calabash average $1,762 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Calabash average $1,779 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Calabash average $2,193 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,762/month
1,173 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,779/month
1,351 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,193/month
1,565 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,121/month
1,650 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Calabash, NC?

In the past year, rent has increased by 7.2%, which averages out to $127 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Calabash, NC

September 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Calabash, NC
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
67% $1,501 - $2,000/month
33% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Calabash is $1,762, you’ll want to make about $5,873 per month or $70,476 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

Calabash, NC

134 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Calabash, 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.

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Apartment Averages

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    Avg Rent: $1,340/month

  • Little River

    Little River

    Avg Rent: $1,348/month

  • Ocean Isle Beach

    Ocean Isle Beach

    Avg Rent: $1,446/month

  • North Myrtle Beach

    North Myrtle Beach

    Avg Rent: $1,647/month

  • Shallotte

    Shallotte

    Avg Rent: $1,385/month

  • Longs

    Longs

    Avg Rent: $1,369/month

  • Atlantic Beach

    Atlantic Beach

    Avg Rent: $1,331/month

Apartment Communities in Calabash We Think You'll Love

The View at Crow Creek

The View at Crow Creek

74 Callaway Dr NW,
Calabash, NC 28467

2-3 Beds | $1,543 - $1,770

Egret Landing

Egret Landing

3021 Siskin Dr NW,
Calabash, NC 28467

2-3 Beds | $1,940 - $2,425

Heartsease at Calabash

Heartsease at Calabash

1035 Brightwater Way,
Calabash, NC 28467

1-3 Beds | $1,663 - $1,995

Calabash Shores

Calabash Shores

660 Aubrey Ln,
Calabash, NC 28467

1-2 Beds | $1,450 - $2,650

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Calabash?

The average rent in Calabash is $1,762 per month, which is 5.8% higher than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Calabash?

The average rent for a house in Calabash, NC is $2,121 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Calabash?

Rents in Calabash, NC are increasing, with prices up 7.2% year-over-year and $127 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Calabash?

In Calabash, NC, 67% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States North Carolina Calabash 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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