
Cheap Homes for Rent in Optimist Park Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $900 (87 Rentals)
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4106 Anker Haus Dr

2244 Alma Ct

2445 Julia Ave

1305 Norris Ave

4030 Bearwood Ave

1708 Catherine Simmons Ave
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800 E 17th St

1207 Green Oaks Ln

2407 Julia Ave

2407-4 Julia Ave

1712 Lasalle St

2321 Julia Ave

505 E 6th St

1418 Anderson St

1448 Anderson St

405 Sylvania Ave
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1707 Pegram St

1711 Herrin Ave

816 Herrin Ave

1121 Mona Dr

529 N Graham St

404 W 26th St

404 W 26th St

1921 Anderson St

4112 Dinglewood Ave

404 W 26th St

404 W 26th St

340 W 25th St

525 E 6th St

1511 Pecan Ave

626 N Graham St

1704 Club Rd

1925 Kennesaw Dr

224 N Poplar St

1408 E 35th St

3739 McMillan St

2000 Ibis Ct

238 S Cedar St

434 W 8th St

404 W 26th St

425 W 8th St

1839 Arnold Dr

1809 Irma St
Optimist Park, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Optimist Park?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Optimist Park 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,971 | $995 | $4,500 |
Optimist Park 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,655 | $1,400 | $4,450 |
Optimist Park 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,605 | $1,695 | $3,495 |
Optimist Park 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Optimist Park 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,523 | $3,547 | $5,500 |
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There are currently 87 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Optimist Park Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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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 Tryon priced from $895. Joinery has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,049. Here are the most affordable Optimist Park apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Elevate Tryon | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $895 |
Joinery | S3 | Studio,1BA | $1,049 |
Trailside NoDa | Chickadee | Studio,1BA | $1,063 |
Sage Pointe Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom Garden Standard - Call For Avail. | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Aurora | 11Z | 1BR,1BA | $1,130 |
The Edge at Noda Apartments and Townhomes | Classic 1x1 Garden - Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
The Ascher | S1-S | Studio,1BA | $1,153 |
Four One Five Flats | One Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,160 |
The Collective NoDa | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Optimist Park, NC
As of April 27, 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 22H Model at MAA Enclave starting at $1,948 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Elizabeth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Optimist Park apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Anker Haus | C2 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.41 |
MAA Enclave | 22H | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
The Lofts at Hawthorne Mill | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
Cedar Flats | B1.2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
Summit on Central | Pinnacle-Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
Ashby Gardens | 2 Bedroom Condomminiums | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
Edgeline Flats on Davidson | Cable Car | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
Aurora | 21.5THZ- Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.55 |
808 Hawthorne | Studio 3 | Studio ,1BA | $1.68 |
Vista Commons | Sierra | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Optimist Park
What type of rentals are currently available in Optimist Park?
There are currently 353 Apartments for Rent in Optimist Park, NC with pricing that ranges from $800 to $13,500. There are also 185 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Optimist Park ranging from $995 to $15,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Optimist Park?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Optimist Park ranges from $995 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,338.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Optimist Park?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Optimist Park range from $1,222 to $13,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $4,450. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,311.
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