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Rental Market Trends in Newton, NC

What is the average rent in Newton, NC?

$927/month

Average Rent

401 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+1.4%

Increase in the Last Year

Newton, NC Rental Market Overview

The average rent in Newton, NC is $927 per month. This is 44% lower than the national average rent of $1,644/month, making renting in Newton more affordable than most cities in the US.

  • Studio apartments in Newton average $891 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Newton average $927 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Newton average $996 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Newton average $1,598 or more per month.

Data Updated: June, 2026

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$891/month
384 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$927/month
401 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$996/month
764 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,598/month
1,416 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,934/month
1,272 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Newton, NC?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.4%, which averages out to $13 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated June 2026
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Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Newton, NC
Last Updated June 2026
Below $701
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Newton, NC
Percentage*
Rent Range
38% Below $700/month
12% $700 - $1,000/month
25% $1,001 - $1,500/month
25% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Newton is $927, you’ll want to make about $3,090 per month or $37,080 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.

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Newton, NC

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

Use the tool below to compare Newton, 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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3898 Wash Gap Dr

3898 Wash Gap Dr

3898 Wash Gap Dr,
Newton, NC 28658

$1,800 Total Monthly Price

3 Beds | 12 Month Lease

Oakwood Apartments

Oakwood Apartments

745 Boundary Rd,
Newton, NC 28658

$1,250 - $1,300

Studio - 3 Beds

1326 N Frye Ave

1326 N Frye Ave

1326 N Frye Ave,
Newton, NC 28658

$1,150

2 Beds

3543 Buffalo Shoals Rd

3543 Buffalo Shoals Rd

3543 Buffalo Shoals Rd,
Newton, NC 28658

$2,700 Total Monthly Price

3 Beds | 12 Month Lease

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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 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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