Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Optimist Park Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $300 (118 Rentals)

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1812 The Plaza

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Charlotte's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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1615 Fulton Ave

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Optimist Park, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Optimist Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Optimist Park area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at Elevate at Tryon- Unique Uptown Living priced from $845. 2227 Statesville Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Optimist Park apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elevate at Tryon- Unique Uptown LivingStudioStudio,1BA$845
2227 Statesville Ave2227 Statesville Ave1BR,1BA$1,050
Trailside NoDaChickadeeStudio,1BA$1,097
JoineryS1Studio,1BA$1,099
Sage Pointe Apartments and TownhomesOne Bedroom Garden Standard - Call For Avail.1BR,1BA$1,100
The Edge at Noda Apartments and TownhomesClassic 1x1 Garden - Call For Availability1BR,1BA$1,150
Four One Five FlatsOne Bedroom Flat1BR,1BA$1,160
Link Apartments® NoDa 36thS1Studio,1BA$1,179
MAA Enclave01AStudio,1BA$1,198

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Optimist Park, NC

As of April 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Optimist Park area is the $1.41 price per square foot C2 Model at Anker Haus in the in the Commonwealth neighborhood starting from $2,999. The second greatest value Optimist Park apartment is the 2227 Statesville Ave Model at 2227 Statesville Ave starting at $1,050 with a $0.50 price per square foot in the Biddleville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Optimist Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Anker HausC23BR,2.5BA$1.41
2227 Statesville Ave2227 Statesville Ave1BR,1BA$0.50
1424 Winding Stream Rd1424 Winding Stream Rd3BR,2.5BA$1.57
3959 Damask Drive3959 Damask Drive3BR,2.5BA$1.45
The Lofts at Hawthorne Mill2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.44
1809 Irma St1809 Irma St3BR,1BA$1.48
Summit on CentralPisgah2BR,1BA$1.37
Ashby Gardens2 Bedroom/ 1.5 Bath Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.47
Aurora21.5PZ2BR,1.5BA$1.57
Vista CommonsSierra2BR,2BA$1.49

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Optimist Park, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #14

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Optimist Park, Charlotte, NC

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Optimist Park, Charlotte, NC

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Charlotte. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Optimist Park Neighborhood in Charlotte, NC

Walk Score®

67 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

53 / 100

Good Transit

Many 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 Optimist Park Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Optimist Park?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Optimist Park is at Trailside NoDa listed at $1,097.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Optimist Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Optimist Park Apartment is $1,050 at 2227 Statesville Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Optimist Park Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Optimist Park is starting from $1,200 at Ashby Gardens.

What is the most affordable Optimist Park Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Optimist Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 3959 Damask Drive and starts from $1,890.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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