What is the average apartment size in Downtown Greensboro, Greensboro, NC?

The average size for a Downtown Greensboro, Greensboro, NC apartment is 860 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Downtown Greensboro?

As of Mar / 2026, the average rent in Downtown Greensboro is $1,779 per month, a 6.61% increase from last years average of $1,668.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Downtown Greensboro?

In Downtown Greensboro, studios rent for $893 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,345 per month.

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Greensboro?

The typical apartment in Downtown Greensboro offers about 860 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Downtown Greensboro?

Studio apartments in Downtown Greensboro average 330 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 743 sq. ft.

Downtown Greensboro, Greensboro, NC Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Downtown Greensboro?

The typical rent budget in Downtown Greensboro ranges from to per month, with 35% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Downtown Greensboro?

In Downtown Greensboro, 54% of households rent while 46% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: April 23, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Downtown Greensboro is $1,779, a 6.61% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,668.

Studio Apartments at $893 offer the most budget-friendly option with 330 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 743 square feet for $1,345, balancing privacy and affordability.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,287 sq ft) for $2,606, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Downtown Greensboro, Greensboro, NC

Last updated: April 23, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,779	860 sq. ft.
Studio	$893	330 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,345	743 sq. ft.
2 Beds	n/a	n/a
3 Beds	$2,606	1,287 sq. ft.

Downtown Greensboro, Greensboro, NC rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Greensboro, Greensboro, NC have increased by 6.61% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,668 to $1,779.

What's the typical rent budget in Downtown Greensboro, Greensboro, NC?

The largest share of rentals in Downtown Greensboro, Greensboro, NC (35%) fall between - per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Downtown Greensboro, Greensboro, NC?

691 or 54% of the households in Downtown Greensboro, Greensboro, NC are renter-occupied while 585 or 46% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Greensboro?

Bryson Ridge $948/month

Fairview Homes $1,034/month

O'Henry Oaks $1,038/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,329/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Greensboro?

Lindley Park $1,633/month

Downtown Greensboro $1,779/month

Sunset Hills $2,084/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Greensboro, NC By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Sunset Hills	$2,084
Downtown Greensboro	$1,779
Lindley Park	$1,633
Friendship	$1,621
Westerwood	$1,566
Laurel Park	$1,510
New Irving Park	$1,498
Oaks West - Beechcroft	$1,458
Friendly Lakes	$1,443
Hewitt Area - Pomona	$1,403
Saddlecreek	$1,371
Sedgefield Lakes	$1,366
Three Meadows	$1,353
The Thicket	$1,319
Friendswood	$1,287
Madison Woods	$1,270
Lake Brandt Estates	$1,249
Rolling Rodes	$1,239
Scott Park	$1,236
Longview Hills - Quaker Acres	$1,203
Latham Park	$1,185
Cone Mills	$1,154
Rankin Area	$1,139
Battle Forest	$1,134
Greenhaven	$1,129
The Orchard	$1,114
Wynnmere	$1,073
Southmont - Oak Grove	$1,065
O'Henry Oaks	$1,038
Fairview Homes	$1,034
Bryson Ridge	$948

Greensboro | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Downtown Greensboro is 57% higher than in Battle Forest

$1,779

Downtown Greensboro rent is the same as Greensboro average

Average Rent $1,779

$1,134

Battle Forest rent is 36% lower than Greensboro average

Average Rent $1,134

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Downtown Greensboro apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.