Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Center City Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $300 (49 Rentals)

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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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Cedar Oaks
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Oaks

801 Cates StCharlotte, NC 28202
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The Village on Morehead
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Village on Morehead

727 E Morehead StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Varick on 7th
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Varick on 7th

721 E 7th StCharlotte, NC 28202
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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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708 Summit
1 Bedroom Apartments

708 Summit

708 S Summit AveCharlotte, NC 28208
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The Francis
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Francis

400 E Brooklyn Village AveCharlotte, NC 28202
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Center City, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Center City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Center City area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Four One Five Flats priced from $1,160. MAA South Line has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,215. Here are the most affordable Center City apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Four One Five FlatsOne Bedroom Flat1BR,1BA$1,160
MAA South LineStudio 0x1 507-720 SFStudio,1BA$1,215
MAA UptownStudio 0x1 509-566 SFStudio,1BA$1,222
MAA GatewayStudio 0x1 516-669 SFStudio,1BA$1,265
Centric Gateway1A1BR,1BA$1,266
ArloTrade1BR,1BA$1,269
The WinnifredS1.1Studio,1BA$1,269
Alister UptownS03 RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,292
Alpha Mill0X1-S2Studio,1BA$1,313
The AscherS4Studio,1BA$1,323

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center City, NC

As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Center City area is the $1.81 price per square foot 3x2L Model at The Kensington Apartments in the in the Biddleville neighborhood starting from $2,420. The second greatest value Center City apartment is the 22H Model at MAA Enclave starting at $2,023 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Elizabeth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Center City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Kensington Apartments3x2L3BR,2BA$1.81
MAA Enclave22H2BR,2BA$1.59
The Mint 4252DR2BR,2BA$1.99
J Optimist ParkF05.22BR,2BA$2.07
Centric Gateway1C1BR,1BA$1.74
Uptown GardensA21BR,1BA$2.07
Cadence Music FactoryA31BR,1BA$2.08
The CalvertA21BR,1BA$2.00
Four One Five FlatsOne Bedroom Flat1BR,1BA$1.73
MAA GatewayStudio 0x1 516-669 SFStudio ,1BA$1.93

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Center City, Charlotte, NC

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across North Carolina, including Charlotte. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 MAA South Line listed at $1,215.

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 $1,395 at Four One Five Flats.

What is the most affordable Center City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Center City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Ascher and starts from $2,133.

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