514 E 12th Ave, Gastonia, NC 28054
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FOR RENT
NEW - 3 HRS AGO
PET FRIENDLY

$1,395/mo

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 965 sqft

514 E 12th Ave, Gastonia, NC 28054

Available Oct 20
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Dogs & Cats Allowed

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House

Discover this inviting 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom pet-friendly home, offering 965 sq. ft. of comfortable living space. This residence is ready for you to make it your own, with ample space for all your needs. Don't miss the opportunity to call this place home; schedule a tour or apply today!

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Days on Market

Days on Market: Just Listed

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1957
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: Oct 20thCats, small dogs allowed
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Costs and Fees

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    $1,395/mo
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Rental Market Trends in Gastonia

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,431/mo
Average rent
$1.5K
$3MoM
Available listings
325
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What Locals Say about Gastonia

At least 753 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 82 % Say parking is easy

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 71 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 64 % Say kids play outside

  • 57 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 48 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 47 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 41 % Say there's wildlife

  • 39 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 28 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 19 % Say there are community events

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  • Benjamin.delgado
    ""Gastonia's community events, like the summer concerts at the Rotary Centennial Pavilion and the local Farmers Market, are what make this neighborhood special. They provide a great way for neighbors to connect and support local businesses while enjoying the city's culture "
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  • Willigisme
    "When people don’t pick after their dogs and not keeping dogs on a leash, or having their dog trained."
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  • Alicia Jeter
    "No open space for pets to run or to do their business would love a dog park near by hopefully that changes "
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  • Taya Maree
    "Not many sidewalks in the area I live in. I hope that changes in the future. Otherwise, there are parks nearby to accommodate dogs. I suggest visiting those. I like that they’re a lot of dog owners in my neighborhood and walking trails although the trails in my area don’t get tended to as much as the local parks and can feel unsafe for dogs and their owners. "
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  • Bankroll1976
    "Looks like a nice place to live , looks very quiet I would love to live here and raise my kids nice spot for my mom very convenient "
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  • Crystal Sampson
    "The majority of this neighborhood has senior citizens and senior living housing! But it’s well kept and maintained ! Very safe environment."
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  • Josh Parsley
    "A sometimes busy neighborhood but quiet in terms of neighbors. Everyone enjoys their own privacy and yards maintained properly. "
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  • Qdvbdgxsz6
    "Dogs are walked all through the neighborhood. There is even a walking trail you can walk them down. Many of the homes have fenced in yards also, so that their dogs can run in the yard. "
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  • Kristen Walker
    "The neighborhood of Huntington farms is very neighborly, wonderful people. Maintained homes. It’s great. "
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  • Heather Ragland
    "Like it would make someone a very great home to live in got there family lil ones ect I would get it but I have bigger family"
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  • Tawanna
    "It’s diverse. Everyone seems to get along really well. The Neighbourhood is safe to walk around in in the evening children run their bikes in around the neighborhood. People wave when passing and speak. Overall, this is a good neighborhood to live in."
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  • Tawanna
    "Its traffic is very heavy on 85. Most days it’s slow moving going I 85 north and south is very slow moving. "
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  • Mongoslade3417
    "My commute is not a problem at all major highways are within 10 miles away. Wilkerson Blvd is also near by for local commute "
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  • Crystal Carr Anderson
    "I drive my car on country roads to work every day. Pass a cow pasture, horse riding lesson and boarding farm."
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  • Kendra Leona Jones
    "I just moved here from Florida looking to head towards charlotte after my lease is up want a nicer neighborhood "
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  • Abby Glaser
    "My neighborhood has a walking trail that owners walk their dogs down often I live in the village at fifth it’s nice and feels safe"
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  • Trulia User
    "A lot of porch pirates and less than reputable people yelling at all hours. Close to downtown gastonia, police station, court house,and farmers market."
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  • Trulia User
    "We have community events during the summer at the Gaston pavilion and we just started having events at our new baseball stadium "
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  • Whitney R.
    "It’s a very fun environment to enjoy there is lots of things to do in Gastonia as long as you want to put forth the effort"
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  • Whitney R.
    "Commute is great everything is about 20-30 away in any direction and access to highways are close and accessible "
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  • Alice B.
    "It's very country. There's tons of families everywhere and there is a lot of friendly people. I like the parks and the mountains "
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  • Joseph M.
    "Gastonia, for the most part is a safe place to live. Compare the crime stats to Charlotte, and you will see. There are old parts of town that will soon make a comeback with the right city leadership. "
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  • Kai G.
    "Love it here been here for 8 going on 9 years kid friendly great neighbors and great neighborhood dont plan on moving "
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  • Dzidzo_5
    "I drive my own car. The west end of town has less traffic than East toward Charlotte on either 85 or Franklin Blvd"
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  • Tasha B.
    "There’s nothing special about my neighborhood. It’s only a place to have a start in life and then move on as soon a possible. There’s a Walmart, Bi-lo and sonic close by. "
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  • Anitra M.
    "I’m not happy, that’s why I’m looking to move. I live on a busy intersection where there’s a lot of accidents and ambulance and police sirens all the time. "
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  • Krystal S.
    "Safety for their kids good environment great schools crime rates and just to know that their kids can play outside safe "
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  • Kimberly L.
    "People are nice and it’s quiet nice sidewalks neighborhood stores and bank close by close to restaurants and movies "
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  • Lpeoples23
    "Only been here a year but coming from a large city I like that it has the small town feel with all the amenities of a metropolitan area"
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  • Amanda T.
    "Majority of the community have been here for 30 plus years. The kids still play outside and in the woods. Everyone helps everyone. "
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  • Moiya H. .
    "There are tons of sidewalks so you can you walk your dog and be safe. There a dog park not too far from Franklin Square"
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  • Kela03dmk
    "it's a great neighborhood. it has great transportation it's safe and also close to grocery stores and pharmacy's"
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  • Amy S.
    "Lineberger Park is nice. Diverse neighborhoods in demographics and types of homes. Lived here 10 years and have never had any problems. "
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  • Coco
    "I live close to downtown and it’s within walking distance and close to a church I visit on occasion "
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  • Katie B.
    "Lots of pedo warnings/alerts.......................................Don’t leave your kids unattended. "
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  • Mario T.
    "Gastonia is clean and quiet I like the low crime since I've been out here the restaurants are close the mall is great it's a nice country/town/city😁"
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  • Lprescodsr
    "I do like that pets are accepted . they will not like that there is no area for pets distinctively but it is a nice area peaceful close to shopping areas and laundry"
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  • Lizeth C
    "There are a lot of areas great to God’s to get around another dogs. Neighbors love dogs and stop to give them some love. People are so nice and always waive hands when you walking around the neighborhood. Children are able to play in the street without being afraid of anything. I highly recommend living here to all parents because it is a quiet, friendly and safe place to raise family. "
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  • Cliffpriest
    "This neighborhood accesses the best schools in the county. Any parent can be assured good education for their children here."
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  • PattyM
    "firework or gunshot is a real game here. its sometimes hard to tell the difference and is nearly nightly. the neighbors are hostile and have loud parties all the time. prepare for break ins and stolen property!"
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 17, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,395
Sep 8, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,395
Aug 26, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,395
Price decreased by 1%
Aug 11, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,415
Price decreased by 4%
Aug 6, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,475
Price decreased by 1%
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Frequently asked questions about 514 E 12th Ave

  • What income do you need to rent 514 E 12th Ave?
    Most landlords look for monthly gross income of about 3× rent, or roughly $50K per year to rent 514 E 12th Ave in Gastonia, NC at $1,395/mo.
  • What is the pet policy at 514 E 12th Ave?
    514 E 12th Ave in Gastonia, NC allows cats and small dogs.
  • How does the rent for 514 E 12th Ave compare to similar 3-bedroom houses in Gastonia?
    514 E 12th Ave in Gastonia, NC rents about 22% below the area average for 3-bedroom houses in Gastonia ($1,795/mo).
  • What are the closest schools to 514 E 12th Ave?
    The closest schools to 514 E 12th Ave in Gastonia, NC are Hunter Huss High School (rated 2/10), Lingerfeldt Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 2/10), York Chester Middle School (rated 6/10).

Affordability

TIP:Try to keep your rent within a third of your gross household income. Learn why in our Renter's Guide.
For this property
$50,220 PER YEAR
is the suggested income
Win over prospective landlords with your smart budgeting. As a good rule of thumb, ideally you would have at least three times your monthly rent in combined household income.

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514 E 12th Ave, Gastonia, NC is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 965 sqft single-family home built in 1957. 514 E 12th Ave was listed for rent for $1,395/month on Sep 17, 2026. This property is pet friendly.