Palisades at Waters Edge
114 Avalon Park Cir,
Mooresville, NC 28117
1-3 Beds | $1,165 - $1,795
Rental Market Trends in Mooresville, NC
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Mooresville, NC is $1,325/month.
Rent in Mooresville is 20% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,325/month
Average Rent
773 Sq Ft
Average Size
-1.7%
Change / Year
1,388
Available Apartments
Mooresville rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Mooresville average $1,430 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Mooresville average $1,325 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Mooresville average $1,549 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Mooresville average $1,947 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Mooresville, NC?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.7%, which averages out to $22 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Mooresville, NC
September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
2%
Below $700/month
4%
$700 - $1,000/month
45%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
38%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
11%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Mooresville?
Based on current rent prices, Reed Creek, Lakeside Park and Morrison Plantation are the most affordable neighborhoods in Mooresville.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Mooresville?
Based on current rent prices, Waterlynn, Downtown Mooresville and Morrison Plantation are the most expensive neighborhoods in Mooresville.
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Which Mooresville neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Mooresville with the most apartments available are Morrison Plantation, Lakeside Park and Reed Creek .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Mooresville, NC?
Because the average rent in Mooresville is $1,325, you’ll want to make about $4,416 per month or $52,992 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 Mooresville, NC compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Mooresville, 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 Mooresville Area GuideStudio
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One Bedroom
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$1,343/month
Two Bedroom
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$1,537/month
Three Bedroom
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$2,138/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Mooresville?
The average rent in Mooresville is $1,325 per month, which is 20.4% lower than the national average of $1,665.
What is the average rent for a house in Mooresville?
The average rent for a house in Mooresville, NC is $2,177 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Mooresville?
The average rent for a townhome in Mooresville, NC is $1,531 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Mooresville?
Rents in Mooresville, NC are decreasing, with prices down 1.7% year-over-year and $22 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Mooresville?
In Mooresville, NC, 45% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/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 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.