Cheap Homes for Rent in Center City Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $1,400 (28 Rentals)

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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 Studio unit found at Elevate at Tryon- Unique Uptown Living priced from $845. Four One Five Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,160. Here are the most affordable Center City apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elevate at Tryon- Unique Uptown LivingStudioStudio,1BA$845
Four One Five FlatsOne Bedroom Flat1BR,1BA$1,160
THE WINSTONS1Studio,1BA$1,167
Midtown 205S3Studio,1BA$1,190
ArloHarris1BR,1BA$1,195
The AscherS1Studio,1BA$1,252
MAA UptownStudio 0x1 509-566 SFStudio,1BA$1,270
Alpha Mill0X1-S2Studio,1BA$1,280
MAA GatewayStudio 0x1 324-882 SFStudio,1BA$1,287
Cadence Music FactoryA11BR,1BA$1,299

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center City, NC

As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Center City area is the $1.58 price per square foot 22I Model at MAA Enclave in the in the Elizabeth neighborhood starting from $2,193. The second greatest value Center City apartment is the F05.2 Model at J Optimist Park starting at $2,435 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the Biddleville 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.
MAA Enclave22I2BR,2BA$1.58
J Optimist ParkF05.22BR,2BA$2.07
MAA GatewayDual Level 1x1 837-1085 SF1BR,1BA$1.87
Centric Gateway1C1BR,1BA$2.01
710 W Trade St710 W Trade St1BR,1BA$2.01
708 SummitA3A One Bedroom / One Bath1BR,1BA$1.78
Uptown GardensA21BR,1BA$1.96
Cedar FlatsA-31BR,1BA$2.02
Four One Five FlatsOne Bedroom Flat1BR,1BA$1.73
ArloHarris1BR,1BA$1.96

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Frequently Asked Questions about Center City

What type of rentals are currently available in Center City?

There are currently 131 Apartments for Rent in Center City, NC with pricing that ranges from $645 to $11,550. There are also 72 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Center City ranging from $1,480 to $7,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Center City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Center City ranges from $1,480 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,821.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Center City?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Center City range from $845 to $11,550, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,480 to $7,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,417.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.