Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Idlewild South Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $600 (40 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
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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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Rise Stone Gate
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rise 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
Stoney TraceAddison (A1)1BR,1BA$955
Amber LakeBirch1BR,1BA$980
Parkhaven ApartmentsWILLOW1BR,1BA$980
Devonwood Apartment HomesAshe1BR,1BA$995
Arcadian Village1.1 Flat1BR,1BA$1,040
The Tatum ApartmentsA1 Renovated1BR,1BA$1,040
Rise Blue RidgeA11BR,1BA$1,044

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Idlewild South, NC

As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Idlewild South area is the $0.73 price per square foot 5327 Donnefield Dr Model at 5327 Donnefield Dr in the in the Farm Pond neighborhood starting from $2,379. The second greatest value Idlewild South apartment is the 7400 Middlebury Pl Model at 7400 Middlebury Pl starting at $2,195 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Farm Pond 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.
5327 Donnefield Dr5327 Donnefield Dr4BR,2BA$0.73
7400 Middlebury Pl7400 Middlebury Pl4BR,3BA$1.15
Mintworth Commons Rental HomesJernigan Townhome3BR,2.5BA$1.53
6518 Idlebrook Dr6518 Idlebrook Dr3BR,1.5BA$1.20
Crown Point TownhomesDogwood Upgraded - Call For Availability2BR,1.5BA$1.35
Creekside Canopy2 Bedroom 2 Bath Creekside2BR,2BA$1.47
The PinesThe Wendover-Newly Renovated2BR,1BA$1.46
Woodland EstatesGLENWOOD1BR,1BA$1.50
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 #78

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Idlewild South, Charlotte, NC

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Idlewild South, Charlotte, NC

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Lifestyle Ratings

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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 $1,173 at Parkwood.

What is the most affordable Idlewild South Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Idlewild South Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Forester and starts from $1,550.

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