New Bern, NC Rent History

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

Today (2026-06)
$1,605
1-year change
+5.2%
$79/mo
5-year change
+29.4%
$365/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in New Bern

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2021
2021$1,240/mo0.0%
2022$1,294/mo+4.4%+4.4%
2023$1,389/mo+7.3%+12.0%
2024$1,461/mo+5.2%+17.8%
2025$1,509/mo+3.3%+21.7%
2026$1,569/mo+4.0%+26.5%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in New Bern changed since 2021?

Median rent in New Bern, NC was $1,240 in 2021-12 and is $1,605 as of 2026-06 — a change of $365 per month over 5 years.

How much has New Bern rent increased in the last 5 years?

Over the past 5 years, median rent in New Bern, NC has changed +29.4% ($365 per month). The current median is $1,605.

Is rent in New Bern going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in New Bern, NC has increased +5.2% ($79/mo). Current median: $1,605.

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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.