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

The average size for a Downtown Greensboro, Greensboro, NC apartment is 1,009 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 Jun / 2026, the average rent in Downtown Greensboro is $1,748 per month, a 2.73% increase from last years average of $1,702.

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

In Downtown Greensboro, studios rent for $902 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,341 per month.

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Greensboro?

The typical apartment in Downtown Greensboro offers about 1,009 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 $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 48% 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: August 01, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Downtown Greensboro is $1,748, a 2.73% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,702.

Studio Apartments at $902 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 $1,341, balancing privacy and affordability.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,287 sq ft) for $2,602, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Downtown Greensboro, Greensboro, NC

Last updated: August 01, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,748	1,009 sq. ft.
Studio	$902	330 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,341	743 sq. ft.
2 Beds	n/a	n/a
3 Beds	$2,602	1,287 sq. ft.

Downtown Greensboro, Greensboro, NC rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Greensboro, Greensboro, NC have increased by 2.73% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,702 to $1,748.

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

The largest share of rentals in Downtown Greensboro, Greensboro, NC (48%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 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?

701 or 54% of the households in Downtown Greensboro, Greensboro, NC are renter-occupied while 600 or 46% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Greensboro?

Highland Park West $976/month

Bryson Ridge $985/month

O'Henry Oaks $1,005/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,336/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Greensboro?

Lindley Park $1,606/month

Downtown Greensboro $1,748/month

Sunset Hills $2,047/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	$2,047
Downtown Greensboro	$1,748
Lindley Park	$1,606
Friendship	$1,605
Westerwood	$1,578
Laurel Park	$1,539
Saddlecreek	$1,521
Oaks West - Beechcroft	$1,482
New Irving Park	$1,476
Friendly Lakes	$1,454
Hewitt Area - Pomona	$1,410
The Thicket	$1,356
The Orchard	$1,355
Three Meadows	$1,351
Sedgefield Lakes	$1,350
Friendswood	$1,308
Madison Woods	$1,274
Lake Brandt Estates	$1,257
Scott Park	$1,240
Longview Hills - Quaker Acres	$1,218
Rolling Rodes	$1,213
Latham Park	$1,179
Kirkwood	$1,138
Greenhaven	$1,136
Cone Mills	$1,136
Battle Forest	$1,115
Meadowood Homes	$1,089
Rankin Area	$1,085
Southmont - Oak Grove	$1,082
Wynnmere	$1,060
Hamilton Forest	$1,052
Fairview Homes	$1,039
O'Henry Oaks	$1,005
Bryson Ridge	$985
Highland Park West	$976

Greensboro | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

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

$1,748

Downtown Greensboro rent is the same as Greensboro average

Average Rent $1,748

$1,115

Battle Forest rent is 36% lower than Greensboro average

Average Rent $1,115

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.