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  13. Building Photo - 604 E Highland Ave
    Rent Special
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    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,450

    604 E Highland Ave

    604 E Highland Ave, Kinston, NC 28501
  15. Rent Special
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    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,480

    1403 Hyman Ave

    1403 Hyman Ave, Kinston, NC 28501
  16. Rent Special
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    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,280

    1221 Ferndale Ln

    1221 Ferndale Ln, Kinston, NC 28501
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    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,460

    2215 Ivy Rd

    2215 Ivy Rd, Kinston, NC 28501

Kinston at a Glance

Average Rent

$744
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Kinston, NC Apartments for Rent

Nestled along the banks of the Neuse River in eastern North Carolina, Kinston offers apartments for rent in a community known for its historical significance and affordable housing options. Once a thriving tobacco and cotton trading center, this county seat of Lenoir County has developed a notable dining scene, including the James Beard Award-winning Chef & the Farmer restaurant and Mother Earth Brewing. With average rental rates of $742 for one-bedroom apartments compared to North Carolina's $1,349 state average, Kinston presents cost-effective housing options.

Apartments for rent in Kinston provide access to several recreational facilities, including Pearson Park, the Neuseway Nature Center and Planetarium, and the Kinston Community Center, which features a swimming pool and exercise facilities. The city is home to Grainger Stadium, which hosts baseball games, and the CSS Neuse Civil War Interpretive Center. With approximately 19,900 residents and a location 35 miles west of New Bern and 80 miles from Raleigh, Kinston offers a smaller community setting while maintaining access to larger cities in eastern North Carolina.

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Getting Around Kinston

Transportation

35

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
37

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

Public University
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Lenoir County Early College High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
213 Students
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Kinston High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
713 Students
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Woodington Middle

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Public
Grades 6-8
577 Students
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Rochelle Middle

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Grades 6-8
466 Students
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Moss Hill Elementary

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Public
Grades K-5
389 Students
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Northwest Elementary

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Public
Grades K-5
478 Students

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Kinston, NC

What are the average rent costs in Kinston, NC?

The average rent in Kinston, NC is $744.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Kinston, NC?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Kinston, NC is $775.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Kinston, NC?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Kinston, NC is $744.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Kinston, NC?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Kinston, NC is $901.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Kinston, NC?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Kinston, NC is $1,093.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Kinston, NC?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Kinston, NC is $1,295.

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