Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Center City Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $300 (41 Rentals)

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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!

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Autumn Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Place

321 N Davidson StCharlotte, NC 28202
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940 Brevard
1 Bedroom Apartments

940 Brevard

940 N Brevard StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Strawn Tower
Studio Apartments

Strawn Tower

1225 S Caldwell StCharlotte, NC 28203
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Catherine 36
1 Bedroom Apartments

Catherine 36

109 W Catherine StCharlotte, NC 28203
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Ten05 West Trade
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ten05 West Trade

1005 W Trade StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Cedar Oaks
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Oaks

801 Cates StCharlotte, NC 28202
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708 Summit
Studio Apartments

708 Summit

708 S Summit AveCharlotte, NC 28208
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Alpha Mill
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alpha Mill

220 Alpha Mill LnCharlotte, NC 28206
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J Optimist Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

J Optimist Park

1130 N College StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Frederick Place
1 Bedroom Apartments

Frederick Place

515 N Church StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Center City, Charlotte, NC

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Center City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Center City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Center City is at Elevate at Tryon- Unique Uptown Living listed at $845.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Center City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Center City Apartment is $1,160 at Four One Five Flats.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Center City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Center City is starting from $1,255 at Cedar Oaks.

What is the most affordable Center City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Center City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Crest Gateway and starts from $1,895.

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