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Learn about Charlotte and the best places to live with original content written by our Charlotte, NC Local Expert Carrie Catalano!

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Charlotte Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 13, 2025

There are currently 13936 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Charlotte, NC that range in price from $785 to $6,750. East Charlotte, North Charlotte and Lockwood are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Charlotte with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
East Charlotte323$1,326$845
North Charlotte323$1,299$845
Lockwood321$1,497$845
The South End293$1,520$845
Cherry289$1,572$845
Belmont288$1,490$845
South Park287$1,584$849
Wilmore287$1,532$845
Optimist Park281$1,497$845
West Charlotte267$1,515$849

Largest Available Charlotte Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Charlotte, NC is found at 808 Hawthorne in the Elizabeth neighborhood and is 878 square feet priced from $1,475. Alister Uptown has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 875 square feet and currently listed start at $1,737. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Charlotte:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
808 HawthorneStudio 3878 Sq Ft$1,475
Alister UptownS10D Renovated875 Sq Ft$1,737
MAA GatewayStudio 0x1 861-882 SF861 Sq Ft$1,465
The VUE Charlotte On 5thS3830 Sq Ft$2,151
Bell Uptown CharlotteS1C782 Sq Ft$1,774
Providence RowJax774 Sq Ft$1,700
NoDa FlatsS5769 Sq Ft$1,548
Ayrsley LoftsGraham756 Sq Ft$1,449
500 West TradeS3736 Sq Ft$2,001
MAA UptownStudio 0x1 665-981 SF665 Sq Ft$1,195

Cheapest Available Charlotte Studio Apartments

As of April 13, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Charlotte, NC is the Studio Model starting from $849 at Vivo Living Arbor View in the Clanton Park neighborhood. The second most affordable Charlotte Studio is the Studio Model at The Apartments at Sailboat Bay starting at $915 in the Eastland neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Charlotte is currently $1,513. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Charlotte:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Vivo Living Arbor ViewStudio$849
The Apartments at Sailboat BayStudio$915
The Spoke at Tyvola StationS1$925
Crossing at Reedy CreekStudio Standard - Call For Availability$950
Vivo Living Charlotte UniversityStudio$959
The OliverS1D$970
Wexford Apartment HomesStudio$985
Pavilion at UCStudio Standard - Call For Availability$1,000
Link Apartments® CYKELS1$1,019
Trailside NoDaChickadee$1,050

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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

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 Studio Charlotte Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Charlotte with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Charlotte is at Vivo Living Arbor View listed at $849.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Charlotte Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Charlotte is $1,513.

What is the largest available Studio Charlotte Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Charlotte is a 878 square feet unit starting from $1,475 at 808 Hawthorne.

What is the average size for Charlotte Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Charlotte is currently 859 sq ft.

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