Cheap Homes for Rent in First Ward Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $1,200 (21 Rentals)

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property at 505 E 6th St

505 E 6th St

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property at 525 E 6th St

525 E 6th St

CharlotteNC28202
property at 434 W 8th St

434 W 8th St

CharlotteNC28202

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property at 718 W Trade St

718 W Trade St

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property at 210 N Church St

210 N Church St

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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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210 N Church St

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First Ward, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available First Ward Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the First Ward area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at Joinery priced from $1,084. 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 First Ward apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
JoineryS3Studio,1BA$1,084
Four One Five FlatsOne Bedroom Flat1BR,1BA$1,160
Elevate Tryon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,185
MAA UptownStudio 0x1 509-566 SFStudio,1BA$1,234
Alpha Mill0X1-S1Studio,1BA$1,260

Best Value Apartments for Rent in First Ward, NC

As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the First Ward 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 First Ward apartment is the 22H Model at MAA Enclave starting at $1,958 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Elizabeth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for First Ward apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Kensington Apartments3x2L3BR,2BA$1.81
MAA Enclave22H2BR,2BA$1.54
The Lofts at Hawthorne Mill2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.44
Cedar FlatsB1.22BR,2BA$1.59
Edgeline Flats on DavidsonCable Car2BR,2BA$1.44
808 HawthorneStudio 3Studio ,1BA$1.68
MAA GatewayStudio 0x1 696-782 SFStudio ,1BA$1.82
Overton RowA61BR,1BA$1.84
Millhouse1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.80
Four One Five FlatsOne Bedroom Flat1BR,1BA$1.73

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Frequently Asked Questions about First Ward

What type of rentals are currently available in First Ward?

There are currently 160 Apartments for Rent in First Ward, NC with pricing that ranges from $800 to $12,405. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in First Ward ranging from $1,295 to $7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in First Ward?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in First Ward ranges from $1,295 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,161.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in First Ward?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in First Ward range from $1,840 to $12,405, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,880 to $3,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,320.

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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As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.