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Average Rent in Raleigh 2025 — Rental Market Report

Research Triangle wage growth supports rent durability. Single-family rental yields outperform multifamily. This page combines HUD Fair Market Rent anchors, ApartmentList-derived vacancy estimates, and CBRE-tier cap-rate benchmarks into one landlord-focused view.

Median 2BR rent
$1,606
HUD-anchored, 2024-Q4
YoY rent growth
+1.2%
Blended public sources
Vacancy rate
8.2%
Estimated, 2024-Q4
Avg cap rate (SFR)
5.9%
Tier 1 mid-band

Raleigh market analysis

Research Triangle wage growth supports rent durability. Single-family rental yields outperform multifamily.

Vacancy is currently 8.2% with a year-over-year rent change of +1.2%. Rent direction is positive — underwriting can credit modest growth in year-2 rents but should not extrapolate aggressive trajectories given vacancy levels.

For deal-level analysis, the cap-rate calculator uses our Tier 1 benchmark (mid 5.9% for single-family). The cash-flow analyzer will give you a full P&L including debt service.

Median rent by bedroom — Raleigh

BedroomsMedian rentEstimated range
Studio$1,272$1,094 – $1,476
1 BR$1,380$1,187 – $1,601
2 BR$1,606$1,381 – $1,863
3 BR$2,048$1,761 – $2,376
4 BR$2,457$2,113 – $2,850

Anchored to HUD FMR for ZIP 27607, aged forward with BLS CPI Shelter (+4.6% / yr). Use the estimator below for a different ZIP within Raleigh.

Estimate a specific Raleigh rental

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Raleigh, NC in 2025?

The HUD-anchored median 2-bedroom rent in Raleigh is approximately $1,606, with year-over-year growth of +1.2%. Individual rents vary widely by submarket and property condition — use the Rent Estimator above for a ZIP-specific number.

Is Raleigh a good rental market for landlords?

Raleigh sits in our Tier 1 group with an estimated cap rate band averaging 5.9% for single-family rentals and a vacancy rate of 8.2%. Research Triangle wage growth supports rent durability. Single-family rental yields outperform multifamily.

What is the cap rate in Raleigh?

Single-family rental cap rates in Raleigh typically land near 5.9%, with a metro-tier band drawn from CBRE survey ranges. Run the Cap Rate Calculator for a specific deal.

How is rent growth trending in Raleigh?

Year-over-year rent change is +1.2%. Forward 12-month projection blends recent metro trend with BLS shelter CPI. Use the LandlordIQ /get_rent_growth endpoint for the live projection.

Are there rent control rules in Raleigh?

No (NC state preemption). Notice to vacate: 30 days. Security deposit cap: 2x monthly rent. Same NC statutes as Charlotte. Late fee cap 5% of rent or $15. Plain-English summary, not legal advice.

Data: HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2024, public). Vacancy and rent growth are estimated blends of public datasets clearly labeled. Cap rate band is the Tier 1 benchmark from our benchmarks dataset. Regulation summary is editorial — not legal advice. See methodology.