
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, NC from $300 with Swimming Pool (397 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Charlotte.


Coffey Creek

GreenRock Estates

Arbor Glen Apartments

Wexford Apartment Homes

The Apartments at Sailboat Bay

The Spoke at Tyvola Station

Winslow Apartments

Safire at Matthews

Chimneys Apartments
It's time to soak up some sun!
One of the easiest and more obvious ways of enjoying the summer sun is to lounge out by your community pool. Learn a Few Rules to Keep in Mind while at the pool.

Camara Estates

The Landing on Farmhurst

Crossing at Reedy Creek

The Pines

SomerStone Estates

Commons at University Square

The Oasis At Regal Oaks

The Landon Apartments
Charlotte's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Charlotte and the best places to live with original content written by our Charlotte, NC Local Expert Carrie Catalano!

Parkhaven Apartments

Amber Lake Apartment Homes

Rockwell Place Senior Apartments

MAA Legacy Park

Devonwood Apartment Homes

Wellington Farms

Stoney Trace

Woodford Estates

Pavilion at UC

Somerset Apartments

Sharon Pines

Reserve at Providence

Mallard Glen and Adams Place

The Brook

The Tatum Apartments

Edition Apartment Homes

Sharonridge Apartments

Lake Hill Apartments

Windsor Harbor

Addison at South Tryon

Ayrsley Lofts

Vista Commons

Heather Ridge

Retreat at McAlpine Creek

Creekside Canopy

Madison Southpark Apartment Homes

Ivy Hollow
Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charlotte?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Charlotte Studio Apartments | $1,515 | $845 | $6,662 |
Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,776 | $507 | $7,077 |
Charlotte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,243 | $430 | $10,000+ |
Charlotte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,683 | $740 | $10,000+ |
Charlotte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,976 | $725 | $9,666 |
Charlotte 5 Bedroom Apartments | $838 | $759 | $1,200 |
Explore Charlotte
Charlotte, NC Local Guide
- Charlotte Neighborhoods
- Nearby Cities
- ZIP codes
- Local Counties
- School Districts
Quick Rent Budget Calculator
How much rent can you afford?
The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.
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
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charlotte Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Charlotte?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Charlotte is under $700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Charlotte?
The cheapest apartment in Charlotte is Evoke Living at Eastland Yards which is listed at $507, while the average apartment in Charlotte costs $2,471.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Charlotte?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4,382 regular apartments in Charlotte that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Charlotte?
Cheap apartments in Charlotte have an average cost of $580 which is $1,891 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Charlotte.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC
Written by: Carrie Catalano
I'm Carrie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charlotte, North Carolina. I moved to the Triangle area of North Carolina in the summer of 2024 and have been exploring the state since.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.