Burlington, NC Rent History

62 months of data, 20212026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-06)
$1,298
1-year change
-0.5%
$-7/mo
5-year change
+35.6%
$341/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Burlington

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2021
2021$948/mo0.0%
2022$1,100/mo+16.0%+16.0%
2023$1,191/mo+8.3%+25.6%
2024$1,284/mo+7.8%+35.4%
2025$1,294/mo+0.8%+36.5%
2026$1,323/mo+2.2%+39.6%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Burlington changed since 2021?

Median rent in Burlington, NC was $948 in 2021-05 and is $1,298 as of 2026-06 — a change of $350 per month over 5 years.

How much has Burlington rent increased in the last 5 years?

Over the past 5 years, median rent in Burlington, NC has changed +35.6% ($341 per month). The current median is $1,298.

Is rent in Burlington going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in Burlington, NC has decreased -0.5% ($-7/mo). Current median: $1,298.

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Methodology: Rent figures use ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index) monthly smoothed seasonally-adjusted values for all properties (single family + condo + multifamily). Year-by-year table uses April readings (or nearest available month) for consistency across years. 1-/5-/10-year change uses the same month 2026 as the anchor.