Columbus, NC rental market
Last updated August 30, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Columbus, NC is $3,200.
$3,200
+$1,900
+$200
2
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $3,200 to $3,800.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $3,100 | 1 |
| $3,200 | 1 |
| $3,700 | 1 |
| $3,800+ | 1 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has increased by $200 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $1,500 | $1,700 |
| Feb | $2,250 | $1,700 |
| Mar | $1,800 | $1,700 |
| Apr | $3,800 | $2,458 |
| May | $3,500 | $1,300 |
| Jun | $3,500 | No data |
| Jul | $3,500 | No data |
| Aug | $3,000 | No data |
| Sep | $3,000 | No data |
| Oct | $2,900 | No data |
| Nov | $2,900 | No data |
| Dec | $1,650 | No data |
Market temperature
The Columbus, NC rental market temperature is COOL. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in Columbus, NC is 52% higher than the national average.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in Columbus, NC?
The average rent in Columbus, NC is $3,200.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in Columbus, NC?
Houses in Columbus, NC rent between $3,200 - $3,800 with an average rent of $3,200.
3. How has the rent in Columbus, NC changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in Columbus, NC increased by $200
4. How much has the rent in Columbus, NC increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in Columbus, NC increased by $1,900
5. How many available rentals are there in Columbus, NC?
There are currently 2 rentals available in Columbus, NC.
6. How do rent prices in Columbus, NC compare with the national average?
The average rent in Columbus, NC is $3,200 — 52.38% higher the national average of $2,100.