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Rental Market Trends

Lillington, NC

As of August 2025, Lillington's rental market is highly competitive, where rentals lease within days, often attracting multiple applications and above-asking offers. Lillington's average rent is 20.4% ($321) lower than the North Carolina average of $1,573 and 30.1% ($538) lower than the U.S. average of $1,790.

Average Rent

$1,252

Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change

10.6% ($148)

Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change

1.4% ($17)

Avg. Days on MarketAverage Days on Market

Unit Type	Average Rent	Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change	Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change
1 Bed	$935	8.1% ($82)	0.5% ($5)
2 Beds	$1,153	0.4% ($5)	4% ($44)
3 Beds	$1,612	0.3% ($5)	0.7% ($11)

Nearby Cities	Average Rent	Avg. Rent vs. LillingtonAverage Rent vs. Lillington	Avg. Days on MarketAverage Days on Market
Spring Lake	$1,288	2.9% ($36)	24 days
Angier	$1,177	6% ($75)	24 days
Fuquay Varina	$1,815	45% ($563)	25 days
Dunn	$1,621	29.5% ($369)	23 days
Holly Springs	$1,896	51.4% ($644)	29 days

Rental market trends are calculated using listing data from RentalSource.

Frequently Asked Questions

Lillington Rental Market FAQs

Explore rental prices, market trends, and availability in Lillington, NC.

What is the average rent in Lillington, NC?

The average rent in Lillington, NC is $1,252 per month.

What is the rental price range for apartments in Lillington, NC?

Apartments in Lillington typically rent for between $655 and $2,096 per month, with an average of $1,252 per month.

What is the average rent for different bedroom sizes in Lillington, NC?

In Lillington, the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment is $935 per month, for a 2-bedroom apartment, $1,153 per month, and a 3-bedroom apartment is $1,612 per month.

How do rent prices in Lillington, NC compare with the national average?

The average rent in Lillington is 30.1% ($538) lower than the national average of $1,790 per month.

How have rent prices in Lillington, NC changed recently?

The average rent in Lillington has decreased by 10.6% ($148) in the last month and increased by 1.4% ($17) over the past year.

How competitive is the rental market in Lillington, NC?

The rental market in Lillington, NC, is currently highly competitive, where rentals lease within days, often attracting multiple applications and above-asking offers.

How long do rentals stay on the market in Lillington, NC?

In Lillington, NC, the average rental stays on the market for approximately 21 days. While most properties are rented within this timeframe, factors like seasonality, demand, and property type can affect how quickly a rental leases.

How many rental properties are available in Lillington, NC?

There are currently 22 rental properties available in Lillington, NC.

Can I afford to rent an apartment in Lillington, NC?

Based on the current averages, a household would need an annual income of $46,120 to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom apartment in Lillington.