Average Rent in Kannapolis, NC
14 apartment buildings, 90 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building.
Browse apartments in Kannapolis, NCCheapest
$999/mo
The Ridges
Properties
14
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Units
90
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Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 14 properties in Kannapolis, NC.
Average rent trend, last 3 months
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Kannapolis, NC Rent Prices
All 14 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
The Ridges
4301 Forestridge Ln, Kannapolis, NC 28081, USA
Kannan Station Apartment Homes
1100 Coopers Ridge Dr, Kannapolis, NC 28083, USA
Vida Kannapolis
210 S Main St, Kannapolis, NC 28081, USA
South Emerson Hills
1425 Mt Olivet Rd, Kannapolis, NC 28083, USA
Stadium Lofts
120 West Ave, Kannapolis, NC 28081, USA
The Retreat at Kannapolis Apartments
319 Cook St, Kannapolis, NC 28083, USA
Oak Crest Apartments
1701 Oakcrest Dr, Kannapolis, NC 28083, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Ridges 4301 Forestridge Ln, Kannapolis, NC 28081, USA | $999 | $1,174 | -- | 4 (70) | 2 |
| 2 | Kannan Station Apartment Homes 1100 Coopers Ridge Dr, Kannapolis, NC 28083, USA | $1,015 as of Oct 6 | $1,229 | $1.46/ft² | 3.6 (130) | 18 |
| 3 | Vida Kannapolis 210 S Main St, Kannapolis, NC 28081, USA | $1,045 | $1,376 | $1.94/ft² | 4.3 (154) | 33 |
| 4 | South Emerson Hills 1425 Mt Olivet Rd, Kannapolis, NC 28083, USA | $1,089 | $1,089 | $1.38/ft² | 3.3 (28) | 1 |
| 5 | Stadium Lofts 120 West Ave, Kannapolis, NC 28081, USA | $1,175 | $1,543 | $2.23/ft² | 4.8 (20) | 9 |
| 6 | The Retreat at Kannapolis Apartments 319 Cook St, Kannapolis, NC 28083, USA | $1,179 | $1,245 | $1.25/ft² | 4.3 (12) | 5 |
| 7 | Oak Crest Apartments 1701 Oakcrest Dr, Kannapolis, NC 28083, USA | $1,222 | $1,354 | $1.17/ft² | 4 (105) | 14 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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The Ridges
4 (70)4301 Forestridge Ln, Kannapolis, NC 28081, USA
Kannan Station Apartment Homes
3.6 (130)1100 Coopers Ridge Dr, Kannapolis, NC 28083, USA
Vida Kannapolis
4.3 (154)210 S Main St, Kannapolis, NC 28081, USA
South Emerson Hills
3.3 (28)1425 Mt Olivet Rd, Kannapolis, NC 28083, USA
Stadium Lofts
4.8 (20)120 West Ave, Kannapolis, NC 28081, USA
The Retreat at Kannapolis Apartments
4.3 (12)319 Cook St, Kannapolis, NC 28083, USA
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Kannapolis, NC neighborhoods
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Kannapolis, NC Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Kannapolis, NC is $1,450 per month, based on 90 units across 14 apartment communities. Prices range from $999 at The Ridges to $2,113 at Redwood Kannapolis Davidson.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,150/mo | $1,045/mo | 7 |
| 1 Bed | $1,407/mo | $999/mo | 38 |
| 2 Bed | $1,511/mo | $1,179/mo | 32 |
| 3 Bed | $1,568/mo | $1,273/mo | 9 |
| 4 Bed | $1,632/mo | $1,632/mo | 4 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
Market Context
Who rents in Kannapolis, NC, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Kannapolis, NC averages $1,407/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $1,511/mo. At the local median household income of $70,691, that works out to 25% of gross income, well within the 25 percent comfortable-rent threshold.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Kannapolis, NC at $1,168/mo. The current tracked market average runs 24% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Kannapolis, NC while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Kannapolis, NC?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$58,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,450/mo.
Comfortable income
$70,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($999/mo), you need to earn at least $40,000/year.
Median household income in Kannapolis, NC is $70,691 , about 2% above the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Kannapolis, NC
Overall prices in Kannapolis, NC runs below the national average by about 3% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 97.3, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Kannapolis, NC's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,450 |
| Utilities | $417 |
| Groceries | $522 |
| Transportation | $995 |
| Healthcare | $485 |
| Other goods and services | $776 |
| Estimated total | $4,646/mo |
Population
56,470
Median household income
$70,691
Census median rent
$1,168/mo
Census rent burden
28.2%
Median age
37.7
Mean commute
26 min
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
Compare
Nearby cities in North Carolina
How Kannapolis, NC rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Kannapolis, NC | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC | $2,032 | +40% | -9.2% | 88 |
| Raleigh, NC | $1,626 | +12% | -7.5% | 33 |
| Cary, NC | $1,820 | +26% | -4.4% | 32 |
| Concord, NC | $1,541 | +6% | -13.5% | 25 |
| Morrisville, NC | $1,800 | +24% | -7.1% | 25 |
| Asheville, NC | $1,875 | +29% | -4.6% | 22 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Kannapolis, NC?
The average rent in Kannapolis, NC is $1,450 per month, based on 90 units across 14 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the median rent in Kannapolis, NC?
The median asking rent in Kannapolis, NC is $1,386 per month, computed from 90 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $1,450/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Kannapolis, NC?
The lowest available rent in Kannapolis, NC starts at $999 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Kannapolis, NC?
1-bedroom apartments in Kannapolis, NC average $1,407/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $999/mo across 38 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Kannapolis, NC?
2-bedroom apartments in Kannapolis, NC average $1,511/mo. Units start from $1,179/mo across 32 units currently listed.
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