1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, NC (1,027 Rentals)

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Charlotte's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 06, 2025

There are currently 1622745 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Charlotte, NC that range in price from $356 to $7,077. West Charlotte, South Park and The South End are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Charlotte with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
West Charlotte39829$1,675$645
South Park39647$1,801$600
The South End34980$1,804$645
Revolution Park34189$1,799$645
Brookhill34128$1,810$771
Wilmore33690$1,820$645
Southside Park33188$1,820$900
Westover Hills31958$1,834$645
Wesley Heights30015$1,802$645
Cherry29438$1,869$600

Largest Available Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Charlotte, NC is found at The VUE Charlotte On 5th in the Biddleville neighborhood and is 1,411 square feet priced from $3,765. Ellison Mallard Creek in the University City neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,386 square feet and currently listed start at $2,000. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Charlotte:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The VUE Charlotte On 5thA111,411 Sq Ft$3,765
Ellison Mallard CreekBowery I1,386 Sq Ft$2,000
Steele Creek ApartmentsOne Bedroom1,300 Sq Ft$1,100
Ashton South EndA1I1,231 Sq Ft$2,900
Mosaic South End ApartmentsCelebrity1,229 Sq Ft$2,208
Linea1 Bed/1 Bath-1P1,193 Sq Ft$3,435
Connery on Providence 55+ A91,162 Sq Ft$3,141
Highland Mill LoftsCramer966 Sq Ft$1,663

Cheapest Available Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 06, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Charlotte, NC is the One Bedroom - A Model starting from $507 at Evoke Living at Eastland Yards in the Eastland neighborhood. The second most affordable Charlotte 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom A1 Model at 808 Hawthorne starting at $600 in the Elizabeth neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Charlotte is currently $1,755. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Charlotte:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Evoke Living at Eastland YardsOne Bedroom - A$507
808 Hawthorne1 Bedroom A1$600
The Flats at ArrowoodA1P$819
Archdale Senior1 Bedroom One Bathroom$850
GreenRock EstatesThe Tillery$899
The Landing on FarmhurstToronto$900
Park Creek ApartmentsBirch Garden Style Apartment$920
Terrace View1BD/1BA White Cabient (Silver Unit)$925
Commons at University SquareA2$928

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Charlotte Overview

Ready to learn something new about the City of Trees? Well, if you are an outdoorsy, active, spiritual and can-do type of person, you are going to love calling Charlotte your new home. With beautiful weather all year round, low cost of living, excellent health care, beautiful homes, rich culture and great southern hospitality, Charlotte is one of the best cities to live in especially if you have a young family.

Why live in Charlotte, NC?

Charlotte is one of the most vibrant cities in North Carolina that offers the best outdoor activities. For one, the Queen City enjoys one of the best weathers in all of America. Though the summers can be really hot and humid, it’s only a great excuse to go about and take a dip or enjoy the numerous watersport activities in Charlotte.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Charlotte, NC

Ranked #1

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Charlotte, NC

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

35 / 100

Some Transit

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Charlotte Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Charlotte with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Charlotte is at Evoke Living at Eastland Yards listed at $507.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Charlotte Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Charlotte is $1,755.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Charlotte Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Charlotte is a 1,411 square feet unit starting from $3,765 at The VUE Charlotte On 5th.

What is the average size for Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Charlotte is currently 1,195 sq ft.

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