The Retreat at Fuquay-Varina
2700 Whakatane Ln,
Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
1-3 Beds | $1,363 - $1,843
Rental Market Trends in Fuquay-Varina, NC
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Fuquay-Varina, NC is $1,310/month.
Rent in Fuquay-Varina is 21% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,310/month
Average Rent
763 Sq Ft
Average Size
-1.9%
Change / Year
508
Available Apartments
Fuquay-Varina rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Fuquay-Varina average per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Fuquay-Varina average $1,310 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Fuquay-Varina average $1,522 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Fuquay-Varina average $2,075 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Fuquay-Varina, NC?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.9%, which averages out to $25 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Fuquay-Varina, NC
August 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
23%
$700 - $1,000/month
38%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
23%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
15%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Fuquay-Varina?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Fuquay Varina is the most affordable neighborhood in Fuquay-Varina.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Fuquay-Varina?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Fuquay Varina is the most expensive neighborhood in Fuquay-Varina.
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Which Fuquay-Varina neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Fuquay-Varina with the most apartments available is Downtown Fuquay Varina .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Fuquay-Varina, NC?
Because the average rent in Fuquay-Varina is $1,310, you’ll want to make about $4,366 per month or $52,392 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Fuquay-Varina, NC compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Fuquay-Varina, NC to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Fuquay-Varina Area GuideStudio
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One Bedroom
$1,335/month
$1,335/month
Two Bedroom
$1,503/month
$1,503/month
Three Bedroom
$1,864/month
$1,864/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Fuquay-Varina?
The average rent in Fuquay-Varina is $1,310 per month, which is 21.3% lower than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Fuquay-Varina?
The average rent for a house in Fuquay-Varina, NC is $1,969 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Fuquay-Varina?
The average rent for a townhome in Fuquay-Varina, NC is $1,387 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Fuquay-Varina?
Rents in Fuquay-Varina, NC are decreasing, with prices down 1.9% year-over-year and $25 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Fuquay-Varina?
In Fuquay-Varina, NC, 38% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.