Apartments For Rent in Bessemer City, NC

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Apartments For Rent Near Bessemer City, NC

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What Locals Say about Bessemer City

  • William Blair gamble
    "Every 30 mins the train makes a very loud sound, and barely rumbles the humble city of Bessemer City, North Carolina."
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  • Michael N.
    "I unfortunately have no participated in any of the event but their is always a car show happening weather permitting."
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  • Cjwcraig
    "don't know don't know don't know why they would live here because they don't have no sidewalk no part nowhere to walk the dog but I got grown people who lives here that's what I like about it not too many kids around making noise not that I have any probably kids but I guess you can get a dog if you want to play with it"
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  • Elizabeth D.
    "Wonderful city, quiet neighborhood. Friendly people. Very Welcoming, single woman and I feel extremely comfortable."
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  • Sgtconnersbaby
    "Love it here!!! The community events are great for my family. Only thing I don’t like is the slow speed limits lol. Great sense of community here. My home is 5 minutes from town. "
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  • Sgtconnersbaby
    "Very family friendly area. Great sense of community. We love living here in Bessemer City. Looking forward to tree lighting this year "
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  • Dtellis2003
    "Community car shows and concerts during warm months in our BC Centennial Park, Senior Activities Center, wonderful Christ-Centered Churches, great shopping & antiques stores, restaurants, low crime rates."
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  • Tiffany D
    "Some streets are very nice and well kept others not so much. There are a few cool shops and restaurants but I with there was more "
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  • Alexa E.
    "There are two Walmart’s about five minutes away. Gas stations are very close. Target, restaurants such as Buffalo Wild Wings, ihop, Olive Garden etc are about 25 minutes away and Charlotte is about 45-60 min away"
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  • Tania W.
    "It’s easy, fast and great on low traffic. Everything is in a close proximity so there’s no need for preparing for a long drive. "
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  • Danielclinton1986
    "yeah they walk there dog it not like they have any problems in the neighborhood walking there dog and all the dogs are no problems to the neighborhood so it's all good in the neighborhood with every one walking there dogs "
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Types of apartment in Bessemer City, NC

Bessemer City, NC has a small-town mix of apartments and houses for rent. Near downtown and around West Virginia Avenue, many apartments sit in low-rise brick buildings or older converted homes. You can also find ranch houses and a few mill-style homes with simple siding, front porches, and small yards. Some older apartments have larger rooms, basic layouts, and less storage. Newer apartments often add open kitchens, washer and dryer hookups, and more parking.
On the north side and out toward Dallas-Cherryville Highway, apartments can be in newer garden-style buildings with vinyl siding and wider parking lots. On the south and west sides, houses for rent are more common, with one-story brick homes and manufactured homes on larger lots. Around downtown, exterior style can look older and more varied block to block. Farther out, the look is more uniform, but apartments can be limited and spread out.

Getting around Bessemer City, NC

Getting around Bessemer City usually means driving. Main routes like US-321 and NC-274 make it easier to reach Gastonia, Dallas, and Kings Mountain from apartments across town. Parking is common at many apartments and rental houses. Walking works better near downtown, around West Virginia Avenue and the Bessemer City Park area. Biking can work on shorter local trips, but many roads have narrow shoulders. Public transit options are limited in town.

Living in Bessemer City, NC

Bessemer City is known for local parks, youth sports fields, and a small downtown with basic shops and services. Many renters spend time at Bessemer City Park or head to nearby Gastonia for more shopping and dining. Local work can connect to manufacturing, logistics, construction, and health services in the wider Gaston County area. That can shape where people rent and which apartments feel practical for commuting.

Average Rent Trends in Bessemer City, NC

Rent in Bessemer City, NC varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Sep 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$1,495
Jul 2025$1,300
Aug 2025$1,495
Sep 2025$1,600
Oct 2025$1,500
Nov 2025$1,500
Dec 2025$1,380
Jan 2026$1,500
Feb 2026$1,300
Mar 2026$1,341
Apr 2026$1,340
May 2026$1,399
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Houses were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Apartments and Condos.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$895$1,278$1,618$1,500$1,425
Apartments and Condos—$1,650——$1,650
Houses$840$1,100$1,679$1,500$1,425
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Bessemer City, NC

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Bessemer City, NC?
    The average rent of an apartment in Bessemer City, NC is $1,295 per month. This is about 33% lower than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in Bessemer City, NC?
    The average rent of a house in Bessemer City, NC is $1,425 per month. This is about 26% lower than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Bessemer City, NC?
    In the last year, the average rent in Bessemer City, NC was lowest in Mar 2025 when it was $1,100 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Bessemer City, NC?
    In the last year, the average rent in Bessemer City, NC was highest in Sep 2025 when it was $1,600 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Bessemer City, NC?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Bessemer City, NC is $895 per month. That is about $105 less than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in Bessemer City, NC?
    There are 24 available rental listings in Bessemer City, NC.
  • What are some zip codes in Bessemer City, NC?
    Bessemer City, NC includes zip codes such as: 28016.
  • What are some cities near Bessemer City, NC?
    Some nearby cities include: Dallas, Kings Mountain, Crouse, Waco, High Shoals. These cities may have more rental options to explore.