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Vivo Living Charlotte University
123 McCullough DrCharlotte, NC 28262
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University City South Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $600 (11 Rentals)
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Vivo Living Charlotte
8503 N Tryon StCharlotte, NC 28262
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Commons at University Square
9201 Glenwater DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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Heather Ridge
8800 Meadow Vista RdCharlotte, NC 28213
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MAA Chancellor Park
8215 University RdgCharlotte, NC 28213
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The Spoke at McCullough Station
8340 N Tryon StCharlotte, NC 28262
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The Piedmont
1301 Ivy Meadow DrCharlotte, NC 28213
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University City South, Charlotte, NC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University City South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University City South Studio Apartments | $1,270 | $874 | $2,220 |
| University City South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,338 | $720 | $4,569 |
| University City South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,660 | $939 | $4,051 |
| University City South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,904 | $959 | $3,407 |
| University City South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $871 | $740 | $1,020 |
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Cheapest Available University City South Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University City South area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at 531 Lex Dr priced from $730. Vivo Living Charlotte University has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable University City South apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 531 Lex Dr | 531 Lex Dr | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| Vivo Living Charlotte University | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Vivo Living Charlotte | The Fitz | Studio,1BA | $874 |
| Commons at University Square | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Heather Ridge | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $1,060 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City South, NC
As of April 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the University City South area is the $0.56 price per square foot 531 Lex Dr Model at 531 Lex Dr in the in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood starting from $730. The second greatest value University City South apartment is the Room in Condo on Arlyn Cir Model at Room in Condo on Arlyn Cir starting at $615 with a $0.64 price per square foot in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University City South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 531 Lex Dr | 531 Lex Dr | 1BR,1BA | $0.56 |
| Room in Condo on Arlyn Cir | Room in Condo on Arlyn Cir | 1BR,1BA | $0.64 |
| Room in Condo on Arlyn Cir | Room in Condo on Arlyn Cir | 1BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| Yugo Charlotte College Downs | 2 Bed, 2 Bath Classic | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| MAA City Grand | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 9623 Vinca Cir, Unit B | 9623 Vinca Cir | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| MAA University Lake | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Commons at University Square | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| MAA Chancellor Park | Windsor | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| The Piedmont | 1x1-648 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
Getting Around the University City South Neighborhood in Charlotte, NC
Walk Score®
50 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
39 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
44 / 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 University City South Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University City South?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University City South is under $1,099.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University City South?
The cheapest apartment in University City South is 531 Lex Dr which is listed at $730, while the average apartment in University City South costs $1,925.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University City South?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 59 regular apartments in University City South that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in University City South?
Cheap apartments in University City South have an average cost of $481 which is $1,444 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University City South.
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