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Rental Market Trends in Kings Mountain, NC

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Kings Mountain, NC is $812/month.

Rent in Kings Mountain is 51% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$812/month

Average Rent

194 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.9%

Change / Year

10

Available Apartments

Kings Mountain rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Kings Mountain average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Kings Mountain average $812 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Kings Mountain average $905 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Kings Mountain average $992 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$812/month
194 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$905/month
1,004 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$992/month
734 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Kings Mountain, NC?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.9%, which averages out to $8 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Kings Mountain, NC

August 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Kings Mountain, NC
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
50% $700 - $1,000/month
50% $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 Kings Mountain, NC?

Because the average rent in Kings Mountain is $812, you’ll want to make about $2,706 per month or $32,472 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

Kings Mountain, NC

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

Use the tool below to compare Kings Mountain, 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

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Bessemer City

    Bessemer City

    Avg Rent: $1,011/month

  • Shelby

    Shelby

    Avg Rent: $993/month

  • Gastonia

    Gastonia

    Avg Rent: $1,149/month

  • Blacksburg

    Blacksburg

    Avg Rent: $898/month

  • Cherryville

    Cherryville

    Avg Rent: $748/month

  • Clover

    Clover

    Avg Rent: $1,400/month

Apartment Communities in Kings Mountain We Think You'll Love

203 Benfield Rd

203 Benfield Rd

203 Benfield Rd,
Kings Mountain, NC 28086

3 Beds | $1,850

206 Churchill Dr

206 Churchill Dr

206 Churchill Dr,
Kings Mountain, NC 28086

4 Beds | $2,049

493 Aubrey Wds Dr

493 Aubrey Wds Dr

493 Aubrey Wds Dr,
Kings Mountain, NC 28086

4 Beds | $2,495

401 W Mountain St

401 W Mountain St

401 W Mountain St,
Kings Mountain, NC 28086

2 Beds | $1,250

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Kings Mountain?

The average rent in Kings Mountain is $812 per month, which is 51.2% lower than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in Kings Mountain?

Rents in Kings Mountain, NC are increasing, with prices up 0.9% year-over-year and $8 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Kings Mountain?

In Kings Mountain, NC, 50% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States North Carolina Kings Mountain 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 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.

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