
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, NC Under $1,200 (105 Rentals)
Rental terms in Charlotte as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Mallard Glen and Adams Place

Abberly Woods Apartment Homes

Stone Ridge

WaterWalk Charlotte

Cortland Wren Northlake

Andover Woods

Arbor Village

Cameron South Park

Cortland Seventy Seven
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!

The Marley

Waterford Hills

Canopy at Baybrook

Mezzo1

Cascades at Northlake Apartments

MAA Chancellor Park

Waterford Square Apartments

The Madison

Bexley Steelecroft

Eastover Ridge Apartments

Ashford Green

Cortland University City

Forester

MAA University Lake

Cortland University North

Worthington Apartments and Townhomes

The Piedmont

The Oliver

Hollis 7601

Elevate at Tryon- Unique Uptown Living

Lumeo

Retreat at McAlpine Creek

Beacon Hill

The Spoke at McCullough Station

The Edge at Noda Apartments and Townhomes

Midtown 205

The Spoke at Tyvola Station

The Atlantic Mountain Island

Bradford Commons Townhomes

Four One Five Flats

Two20 At BranchView

Northlake

Highland Mill Lofts

Ashford Place

ARIUM FreeMoreWest

The Residences at Windsor

Addison at South Tryon
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 | $1,514 | $845 | $6,750 |
Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,770 | $533 | $7,077 |
Charlotte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,240 | $430 | $10,000+ |
Charlotte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,596 | $740 | $10,000+ |
Charlotte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,234 | $725 | $9,679 |
Charlotte 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,095 | $759 | $4,095 |
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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
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Charlotte Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Charlotte?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Charlotte is at The Union Student Living listed at $740.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Charlotte Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Charlotte is $2,372.
What is the largest Short-term Charlotte Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Charlotte is a 3,218 square feet unit starting from $1,536 at The VUE Charlotte On 5th.
What is the average size for Charlotte Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Charlotte is currently at 684 sq ft.
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.