Average Rent in 28081, Kannapolis, NC
Based on HUD's 2026 Small Area Fair Market Rent data — updated annually.
| Unit size | Typical rent |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,050/mo |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,080/mo |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,250/mo |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,580/mo |
| 4+ Bedroom | $2,010/mo |
A 2-bedroom apartment in 28081 runs about 25% below the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia metro average of $1,672/month. Rent varies block by block within any metro area — this figure reflects HUD's official Small Area Fair Market Rent for this specific ZIP code, not a metro-wide estimate.
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Check My Renewal →Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents, 2026. See rent across every ZIP code in this area on the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia rent guide.