
Cheap Homes for Rent in Third Ward Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $1,200 (29 Rentals)
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422 State St

224 N Poplar St

529 N Graham St

505 E 6th St

626 N Graham St

238 S Cedar St
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1634 Walnut View Dr, Unit 21

434 W 8th St

425 W 8th St

212 W 10th St

965 Westmere Ave, Unit 965 Westmere

710 W Trade St

525 E 6th St, Unit 215
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300 S Cedar St

508 N Graham St

718 W Trade St

433 W 8th St

433 W 8th St

600 Walnut Ave

1634 Van Buren Ave
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630 Calvert St

230 S Cedar St

229 N Poplar St, Unit St. Peter's Unit 26

418 S Summit Ave

626 N Graham St, Unit 306

516 Grandin Rd

423 W 8th St
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210 N Church St
Third Ward, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Third Ward?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Third Ward 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,266 | $1,200 | $4,500 |
Third Ward 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,154 | $1,700 | $4,500 |
Third Ward 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,396 | $3,795 | $5,400 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Third Ward Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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Cheapest Available Third Ward Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Third Ward area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at Link Apartments® CYKEL priced from $1,099. Four One Five Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,160. Here are the most affordable Third Ward apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Link Apartments® CYKEL | S1-A | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
Four One Five Flats | One Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,160 |
MAA Uptown | Studio 0x1 509-566 SF | Studio,1BA | $1,222 |
MAA Gateway | Studio 0x1 516-669 SF | Studio,1BA | $1,265 |
Centric Gateway | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,266 |
Arlo | Trade | 1BR,1BA | $1,269 |
Asbury Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,320 |
The Ascher | S4 | Studio,1BA | $1,323 |
Cadence Music Factory | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Loft One35 | A0 | Studio,1BA | $1,335 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Third Ward, NC
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Third Ward area is the $1.81 price per square foot 3x2L Model at The Kensington Apartments in the in the Biddleville neighborhood starting from $2,420. The second greatest value Third Ward apartment is the 22H Model at MAA Enclave starting at $2,023 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Elizabeth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Third Ward apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Kensington Apartments | 3x2L | 3BR,2BA | $1.81 |
MAA Enclave | 22H | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
The Mint 425 | 2DR | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
Centric Gateway | 1C | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
Asbury Flats | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
Uptown Gardens | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
Cadence Music Factory | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
The Calvert | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Four One Five Flats | One Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
MAA Gateway | Studio 0x1 516-669 SF | Studio ,1BA | $1.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Third Ward
What type of rentals are currently available in Third Ward?
There are currently 112 Apartments for Rent in Third Ward, NC with pricing that ranges from $645 to $13,500. There are also 79 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Third Ward ranging from $1,200 to $5,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Third Ward?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Third Ward ranges from $1,200 to $5,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,744.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Third Ward?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Third Ward range from $845 to $13,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,700 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,320.
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