
Cheap Homes for Rent in University City Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $1,400 (12 Rentals)
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University City, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in University City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,666 | $1,400 | $2,300 |
University City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,738 | $1,550 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the University City Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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Cheapest Available University City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University City area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at Pavilion at UC priced from $975. Halton Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,173. Here are the most affordable University City apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Pavilion at UC | Studio Standard - Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $975 |
Halton Park | Wimbledon | 1BR,1BA | $1,173 |
Latitude at Mallard Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
Mallard Green | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
East Village | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, NC
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $0.65 price per square foot C3 Model at The Union Student Living in the in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood starting from $824. The second greatest value University City apartment is the 9548 University Terrace Dr Model at 9548 University Terrace Dr, Unit Apt # A starting at $590 with a $0.54 price per square foot in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Union Student Living | C3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.65 |
9548 University Terrace Dr, Unit Apt # A | 9548 University Terrace Dr | 4BR,2BA | $0.54 |
Hyde Glen Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
Latitude 49 | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $0.81 |
Millennium One | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
Halton Park | Wimbledon | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Highlands At Alexander Pointe | A4 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Ashford Green | Hunter | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
Thornberry Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Mallard Green | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about University City
What type of rentals are currently available in University City?
There are currently 32 Apartments for Rent in University City, NC with pricing that ranges from $590 to $4,758. There are also 23 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University City ranging from $1,400 to $2,300.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University City ranges from $1,400 to $2,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,702.
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