
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Charlotte Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $300 (325 Rentals)
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University Square +55 Senior Tax Credit

8013 Gera Emma Dr

1610 Arlyn Cir

11040 Derryrush Ave

7608 Denbur Dr

1138 Plaza Walk Dr

East Side Flats

11051 Lawyers Rd

6218 Balham Ct
Charlotte's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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1350 Hathshire Dr

1000 Belmont Ave

204 Tom Hunter Rd

Elevate at Tryon- Unique Uptown Living

Hampton Creste Apartments

Vivo Living Charlotte University

4313 Morington Ln

Somerset Apartments

GreenRock Estates

The Apartments at Sailboat Bay
East Charlotte
Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Charlotte, NC by our Charlotte, NC Local Expert Carrie Catalano. See how it ranks!

Park Creek Apartments

4101 Cushman St

Commons at University Square

Camara Estates

Safire at Matthews

Copper Creek

Chimneys Apartments

Galloway Crossing

The Pines

SomerStone Estates

5242 Nevin Rd

The Oasis At Regal Oaks

Amber Lake

Parkhaven Apartments

Devonwood Apartment Homes

Cedar Greene Apartments

The Tatum Apartments

Sycamore Station

Woodford Estates

Pavilion at UC

Crossing at Reedy Creek

Wexford Apartment Homes

The Grayson Apartment Homes

Reserve at Providence

The Madison

Sharon Pointe Apartment Homes
East Charlotte, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Charlotte?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
East Charlotte Studio Apartments | $1,554 | $845 | $6,344 |
East Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,661 | $507 | $5,730 |
East Charlotte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,089 | $603 | $10,000+ |
East Charlotte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,517 | $669 | $10,000+ |
East Charlotte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,368 | $539 | $3,799 |
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Cheapest Available East Charlotte Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Charlotte area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Evoke Living at Eastland Yards priced from $507. Elevate at Tryon- Unique Uptown Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable East Charlotte apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Evoke Living at Eastland Yards | One Bedroom - A | 1BR,1BA | $507 |
Elevate at Tryon- Unique Uptown Living | Studio | Studio,1BA | $845 |
Vivo Living Charlotte University | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
GreenRock Estates | The Tillery | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
The Kelston | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $904 |
The Apartments at Sailboat Bay | Studio | Studio,1BA | $915 |
Park Creek Apartments | Birch Garden Style Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
Commons at University Square | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
Safire at Matthews | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Charlotte, NC
As of March 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Charlotte area is the $1.07 price per square foot Ashley Model at Newton Creek in the in the Farm Pond neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value East Charlotte apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Spire Apartments starting at $1,634 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Charlotte apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Newton Creek | Ashley | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.07 |
Spire Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
Randolph Park | The Ebermeyer | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.15 |
The Alexander Apartment Homes | The Wingate | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
Wallace Terrace Apartments | 2 bed/2bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
The Mill | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.83 |
1649 Arlyn Cir | 1649 Arlyn Cir | 1BR,1BA | $0.77 |
Yugo Charlotte College Downs | 2 Bed, 2 Bath Classic | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
The Kelston | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Evoke Living at Eastland Yards | One Bedroom - A | 1BR,1BA | $0.68 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
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Best Local Schools in East Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
Hickory Grove Elementary
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Best Local Schools in East Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
Hickory Grove Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Charlotte Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Charlotte?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Charlotte is at Elevate at Tryon- Unique Uptown Living listed at $845.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Charlotte Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Charlotte Apartment is $507 at Evoke Living at Eastland Yards.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Charlotte Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Charlotte is starting from $603 at Evoke Living at Eastland Yards.
What is the most affordable East Charlotte Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Charlotte Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Alexander Apartment Homes and starts from $1,222.
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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC
Written by: Carrie Catalano
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