What is the average apartment size in Asheville?

The average size for a Asheville, NC apartment is 993 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 Asheville?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Asheville is $1,684 per month, a 3.16% decrease from last years average of $1,739.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Asheville?

In Asheville, studios rent for $1,268 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,481 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,739 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,038 per month

What is the average apartment size in Asheville?

The typical apartment in Asheville offers about 993 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Asheville?

Studio apartments in Asheville average 540 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 770 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,068 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,325 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Asheville?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Asheville are Redwood Forest ($1,786/month), Downtown Asheville ($1,788/month), and Brooks Estates ($1,884/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Asheville, NC Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Asheville?

The typical rent budget in Asheville ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 48% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Asheville?

In Asheville, 50% of households rent while 50% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Q: What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Asheville?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Asheville include Hawthorne at Southside ($1,629/month), Skyland Springs ($1,639/month), and Haw Creek ($1,647/month), all below the citywide average of $1,684.

Last updated: February 20, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Asheville is $1,684, a 3.16% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,739.

Studio Apartments at $1,268 offer the most budget-friendly option with 540 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 770 square feet for $1,481, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,739 offer 1,068 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,325 sq ft) for $2,038, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Asheville, NC

Last updated: February 20, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,684	993 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,268	540 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,481	770 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,739	1,068 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,038	1,325 sq. ft.

Asheville, NC rent trends

Rental prices in Asheville, NC have decreased by 3.16% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,739 to $1,684.

What's the typical rent budget in Asheville, NC?

The largest share of rentals in Asheville, NC (48%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Asheville, NC?

18,911 or 50% of the households in Asheville, NC are renter-occupied while 19,138 or 50% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Asheville?

Hawthorne at Southside $1,629/month

Skyland Springs $1,639/month

Haw Creek $1,647/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,684/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Asheville?

Redwood Forest $1,786/month

Downtown Asheville $1,788/month

Brooks Estates $1,884/month

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

Average Rent in Asheville, NC By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Brooks Estates	$1,884
Downtown Asheville	$1,788
Redwood Forest	$1,786
Malvern Hills	$1,786
Haw Creek	$1,647
Skyland Springs	$1,639
Hawthorne at Southside	$1,629

Asheville | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Brooks Estates is 5% higher than in Downtown Asheville

$1,884

Brooks Estates rent is 12% higher than Asheville average

Average Rent $1,884

$1,788

Downtown Asheville rent is 6% higher than Asheville average

Average Rent $1,788

How Asheville Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Asheville	$1,684
Charlotte	$1,652
Raleigh	$1,574
Winston - Salem	$1,280
Greensboro	$1,322
Durham	$1,541
Fayetteville	$1,279
Concord	$1,525
Clayton	$1,590
Wilmington	$1,613
High Point	$1,243
Arden, NC	$1,714
Hendersonville, NC	$1,591
Weaverville, NC	$1,837
Cullowhee, NC	$1,915
Fletcher, NC	$1,642
Waynesville, NC	$1,706
Candler, NC	$1,652

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 Asheville 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.