Apartments For Rent in Shelby, NC
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1-2 BathsWashington Square | 397 Seattle St #3B-2Ba-1101Sqft,
Shelby, NC 28152
Use arrow keys to navigatePET FRIENDLY$895 - $1,025/mo1-2 Beds1 BathThe Madison by Humboldt | 1501 Normandy Ln #906-906A,
Shelby, NC 28152
Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$925 - $1,225/mo1-3 Beds1 BathThe Pointe on Lafayette | 203 Ramblewood Dr #c0b0bc8e3,
Shelby, NC 28152
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Use arrow keys to navigatePET FRIENDLY$1,250 - $1,295/mo2 Beds1-2 BathsNorthway at Sedgefield | 908 Hampton St #157b45c92,
Shelby, NC 28152
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$850 - $895/mo2 Beds1 BathSH101-College Road Apartments (RCA) | 125 College Ave #D8,
Shelby, NC 28152
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What Locals Say about Shelby
Review Highlights
Shelby, NC: calm, close-knit living with easy drives, small-town charm, and growing convenience. People like quiet, friendly vibe, low costs, easy drives, quaint downtown, good schools. They dislike few parks, cracked sidewalks, weak transit, and some rough blocks by the prison.
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Average Rent Trends in Shelby, NC
Rent in Shelby, NC varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in Jun 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Aug 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | $1,100 |
| Aug 2025 | $1,200 |
| Sep 2025 | $1,175 |
| Oct 2025 | $1,150 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,100 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,200 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,200 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,200 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,100 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,200 |
| May 2026 | $1,200 |
| Jun 2026 | $1,200 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In June 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses and Townhomes.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $945 | $1,150 | $1,362 | $1,850 | $1,200 |
| Townhomes | — | $1,389 | — | — | $1,400 |
| Apartments and Condos | $950 | $850 | $1,850 | $1,850 | $900 |
| Houses | $850 | $1,150 | $1,395 | $1,950 | $1,351 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Shelby, NC
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Shelby, NC?The average rent of an apartment in Shelby, NC is $978 per month. This is about 49% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in Shelby, NC?The average rent of a house in Shelby, NC is $1,351 per month. This is about 30% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in Shelby, NC?The average rent of a townhome in Shelby, NC is $1,400 per month. This is about 27% lower than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Shelby, NC?In the last year, the average rent in Shelby, NC was lowest in Apr 2025 when it was $1,095 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Shelby, NC?In the last year, the average rent in Shelby, NC was highest in Aug 2025 when it was $1,200 per month.
- How many available rental listings are in Shelby, NC?There are 70 available rental listings in Shelby, NC.
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- What are some cities near Shelby, NC?Some nearby cities include: Kingstown, Lattimore, Light Oak, Boiling Springs, Patterson Springs. These cities may have more rental options to explore.