Welden Park
1535 New Bridge Dr,
Kernersville, NC 27284
$1,326 - $2,271
1-3 Beds
Rental Market Trends in Kernersville, NC
What is the average rent in Kernersville, NC?
$1,145/month
Average Rent
763 Sq Ft
Average Apartment Size
+1.5%
Increase in the Last Year
As of March 2026, the average rent in Kernersville, NC is $1,145 per month. This is 30% lower than the national average rent of $1,627/month, making renting in Kernersville more affordable than most cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Kernersville, you can expect to pay about per month for a studio, $1,145 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $1,278 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $1,747 or more.
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How much has average rent changed in Kernersville, NC?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.5%, which averages out to $17 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Kernersville, NC
Last Updated March 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
7%
Below $700/month
34%
$700 - $1,000/month
34%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
21%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
3%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Kernersville?
Based on current rent prices, The Condominiums at Mcconnell and Mountain View Heights" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Kernersville.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Kernersville?
Based on current rent prices, The Condominiums at Mcconnell and Mountain View Heights" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Kernersville.
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Which Kernersville neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Kernersville with the most apartments available are The Condominiums at Mcconnell and Mountain View Heights" .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Kernersville, NC?
Because the average rent in Kernersville is $1,145, you’ll want to make about $3,816 per month or $45,792 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 Kernersville, NC compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Kernersville, 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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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 February 2026.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.