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Rental Market Trends in Mount Holly, NC

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Mount Holly, NC is $1,309/month.

Rent in Mount Holly is 21% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,309/month

Average Rent

671 Sq Ft

Average Size

-1.7%

Change / Year

251

Available Apartments

Mount Holly rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Mount Holly average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Mount Holly average $1,309 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Mount Holly average $1,485 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Mount Holly average or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,309/month
671 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,485/month
1,016 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,402/month
685 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,015/month
1,727 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,235/month
2,379 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,124/month
1,387 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Mount Holly, NC?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.7%, which averages out to $21 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Mount Holly, NC

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Mount Holly, NC
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
12% $700 - $1,000/month
75% $1,001 - $1,500/month
12% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Mount Holly is $1,309, you’ll want to make about $4,363 per month or $52,356 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

Mount Holly, NC

251 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Mount Holly, 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.

  • Stanley

    Stanley

    Avg Rent: $485/month

  • Belmont

    Belmont

    Avg Rent: $1,435/month

  • Dallas

    Dallas

    Avg Rent: $1,219/month

  • Huntersville

    Huntersville

    Avg Rent: $1,513/month

  • Charlotte

    Charlotte

    Avg Rent: $1,480/month

Apartment Communities in Mount Holly We Think You'll Love

Easton at Mountain Island

Easton at Mountain Island

6015 Mar Dhea Ln,
Charlotte, NC 28214

1-3 Beds | $1,327 - $2,577

The Banks at Mt. Holly Apartments

The Banks at Mt. Holly Apartments

63 Caldwell Dr,
Belmont, NC 28012

1-2 Beds | $1,449 - $2,299

The 28 at Mount Holly

The 28 at Mount Holly

300 E Charlotte Ave,
Mount Holly, NC 28120

2 Beds | $1,275 - $1,325

Residence at Tailrace Marina

Residence at Tailrace Marina

1001 Marina Village Dr,
Mount Holly, NC 28120

1-2 Beds | $1,675 - $2,121

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Mount Holly?

The average rent in Mount Holly is $1,309 per month, which is 21.4% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Mount Holly?

The average rent for a house in Mount Holly, NC is $2,015 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Mount Holly?

Rents in Mount Holly, NC are decreasing, with prices down 1.7% year-over-year and $21 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Mount Holly?

In Mount Holly, NC, 75% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States North Carolina Mount Holly 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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