Murphy, NC rental market
Last updated August 29, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Murphy, NC is $1,550.
$1,550
-$300
-$250
10
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $1,250 to $4,977.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $1,200 | 2 |
| $1,400 | 2 |
| $1,500 | 4 |
| $1,600 | 2 |
| $1,700 | 2 |
| $1,800 | 1 |
| $1,900 | 1 |
| $2,000 | 1 |
| $4,900+ | 1 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has decreased by $250 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $2,099 | $1,300 |
| Feb | $2,100 | $2,000 |
| Mar | $2,100 | $1,800 |
| Apr | $1,450 | $1,900 |
| May | $2,200 | $2,000 |
| Jun | $1,650 | $1,975 |
| Jul | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Aug | $1,800 | $1,850 |
| Sep | $1,800 | No data |
| Oct | $1,790 | No data |
| Nov | $2,000 | No data |
| Dec | $999 | No data |
Market temperature
The Murphy, 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 Murphy, NC is 26% lower than the national average.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in Murphy, NC?
The average rent in Murphy, NC is $1,550.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in Murphy, NC?
Houses in Murphy, NC rent between $1,250 - $4,977 with an average rent of $1,550.
3. How has the rent in Murphy, NC changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in Murphy, NC decreased by $250
4. How much has the rent in Murphy, NC increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in Murphy, NC decreased by $300
5. How many available rentals are there in Murphy, NC?
There are currently 10 rentals available in Murphy, NC.
6. How do rent prices in Murphy, NC compare with the national average?
The average rent in Murphy, NC is $1,550 — 26.19% lower the national average of $2,100.