Fayetteville is the highest-scoring rental market in North Carolina, with a Star Score of 73/100 and a gross yield of 6.9% on a typical home value of $253,782 (September 2026 data). 6 North Carolina metros rank among the top US markets tracked.
| # | Market | Home value | Rent/mo | Yield | Star Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fayetteville | $253,782 | $1,454 | 6.9% | 73 |
| 2 | Hickory | $266,722 | $1,595 | 7.2% | 73 |
| 3 | Jacksonville | $290,605 | $1,577 | 6.5% | 66 |
| 4 | Winston | $277,512 | $1,529 | 6.6% | 64 |
| 5 | Greensboro | $260,556 | $1,406 | 6.5% | 63 |
| 6 | Charlotte | $381,392 | $1,735 | 5.5% | 43 |