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Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Charlotte, NC

Pricing Updated: 04/24/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Charlotte, NC area range in price from $356 to $15,171 with an overall median price of $2,626. The three Charlotte neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South Corban Avenue at $975, Logan at $1,063, and South Historic Concord at $975. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Charlotte Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
South Corban Avenue$975$9751
Logan$1,550$1,06322
South Historic Concord$1,550$97526
Short Street$1,600$1,06329
Cherry Park$1,629$92589
Stonewood$1,629$1,15077
Brookdale$1,647$72588
Country Club Estates York$1,682$1,2159
Canterbury$1,695$85021
Capitol Drive$1,700$595391

Cheapest Available Charlotte Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at Wexford Apartment Homes in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood priced from $845. Vivo Living Arbor View in the Clanton Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $849. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charlotte apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Wexford Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$845
Vivo Living Arbor ViewStudioStudio,1BA$849
Archdale Senior1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$850
GreenRock EstatesThe Tillery1BR,1BA$899
The Mezzanine at Freedom ApartmentsAshley2BR,2BA$910
The Apartments at Sailboat BayStudioStudio,1BA$915
Park Creek ApartmentsBirch Garden Style Apartment1BR,1BA$920
Terrace View1BD/1BA White Cabient (Silver Unit)1BR,1BA$925
Seneca Woods Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$927
The PinesThe Fairview1BR,1BA$935

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, NC

As of April 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Charlotte area is the $1.07 price per square foot Nolan Model at Smith Farms in the in the Highland Creek neighborhood starting from $2,323. The second greatest value Charlotte apartment is the 8314 Scarlet Oak Ct Model at 8314 Scarlet Oak Ct, Unit Scarlet #2 starting at $1,645 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the East Charlotte neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Charlotte apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Smith FarmsNolan4BR,3.5BA$1.07
8314 Scarlet Oak Ct, Unit Scarlet #28314 Scarlet Oak Ct2BR,1BA$1.00
Spire Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.02
The Union Student LivingC33BR,3BA$0.59
The Mezzanine at Freedom ApartmentsAshley2BR,2BA$0.79
Pines on Wendover Apartment Homes222BR,2BA$1.10
Latitude 492 BEDROOM, 2 BATH2BR,2BA$0.81
Yugo Charlotte College Downs2 Bed, 2 Bath Classic2BR,2BA$1.11
Millennium OneB12BR,2BA$1.05
Seneca Woods Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.09

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Frequently Asked Questions about Charlotte

What type of rentals are currently available in Charlotte?

There are currently 1630 Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, NC with pricing that ranges from $430 to $19,480. There are also 2278 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Charlotte ranging from $235 to $15,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Charlotte?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Charlotte ranges from $235 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,518.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Charlotte?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Charlotte range from $740 to $15,171, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,499 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $725.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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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.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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