Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Idlewild South Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $600 (38 Rentals)

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Lawyers Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lawyers Ridge

5310 McAlpine Glen DrCharlotte, NC 28227
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Sharon Oaks Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sharon Oaks Apartments

4701 Arching Oak LnCharlotte, NC 28212
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Glen Cove
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Glen Cove

6000 Pineburr RdCharlotte, NC 28211
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Rise Blue Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rise Blue Ridge

7200 Wallace RdCharlotte, NC 28212
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Stonehaven East
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stonehaven East

7000 Fernwood DrCharlotte, NC 28211
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Stone Gate
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stone Gate

950 Southwood Oaks LnCharlotte, NC 28212
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Parkwood
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkwood

7108 Wallace RdCharlotte, NC 28212
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Thorngrove
2 Bedroom Apartments

Thorngrove

5230 Firelight LnCharlotte, NC 28212
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Idlewild South, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Idlewild South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Idlewild South area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at The Apartments at Sailboat Bay priced from $915. Safire at Matthews has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable Idlewild South apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Apartments at Sailboat BayStudioStudio,1BA$915
Safire at Matthews1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$949
Copper CreekThe Ash1BR,1BA$949
Parkhaven ApartmentsWILLOW1BR,1BA$980
Amber LakeBirch1BR,1BA$980
The Tatum ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$995
Residences at West MintEastland1BR,1BA$1,020
Creekside Canopy1 Bedroom 1 Bath Creekside1BR,1BA$1,024
Avana MatthewsA21BR,1BA$1,041
Edition Apartment Homes1x1 Standard- Call for Availability1BR,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Idlewild South, NC

As of February 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Idlewild South area is the $1.53 price per square foot Jernigan Townhome Model at Mintworth Commons Rental Homes in the in the Idlewild Farms neighborhood starting from $2,180. The second greatest value Idlewild South apartment is the Dogwood Upgraded - Call For Availability Model at Crown Point Townhomes starting at $1,625 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Stonehaven neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Idlewild South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mintworth Commons Rental HomesJernigan Townhome3BR,2.5BA$1.53
Crown Point TownhomesDogwood Upgraded - Call For Availability2BR,1.5BA$1.35
The MadisonB12BR,2BA$1.41
Park at Ferentino2x22BR,2BA$1.47
Creekside Canopy2 Bedroom 2 Bath Creekside2BR,2BA$1.49
Stoney TraceVictoria (B1)2BR,2BA$1.34
Stone Gate1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom (Renovated)1BR,1BA$1.55
Avana MatthewsA11BR,1BA$1.52
Amber LakeBirch1BR,1BA$1.53
The Apartments at Sailboat BayStudioStudio ,1BA$1.44

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Idlewild South, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #83

Among neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Charlotte. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Idlewild South Neighborhood in Charlotte, NC

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

32 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Idlewild South Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Idlewild South?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Idlewild South is at The Apartments at Sailboat Bay listed at $915.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Idlewild South Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Idlewild South Apartment is $949 at Safire at Matthews.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Idlewild South Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Idlewild South is starting from $1,150 at Stoney Trace.

What is the most affordable Idlewild South Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Idlewild South Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Residences at West Mint and starts from $1,385.

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