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Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at Wexford Apartment Homes priced from $850. Crossing at Reedy Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable University apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Wexford Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$850
Crossing at Reedy CreekStudio Standard - Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$950
Vivo Living Charlotte UniversityStudioStudio,1BA$959
Commons at University SquareA11BR,1BA$965
Pavilion at UCStudio Standard - Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, NC

As of April 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the University area is the $1.07 price per square foot Nolan Model at Smith Farms in the in the Highland Creek neighborhood starting from $2,323. The second greatest value University apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Spire Apartments starting at $1,646 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Smith FarmsNolan4BR,3.5BA$1.07
Spire Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.02
The Union Student LivingC33BR,3BA$0.59
Maple RunThe Selwyn2BR,2BA$1.13
Hyde Glen Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.29
Ashley Court ApartmentsAshley (A1)1BR,1.5BA$1.23
Avana AveburyAberdeen1BR,1BA$1.27
Latitude 492 BEDROOM, 2 BATH2BR,2BA$0.81
Yugo Charlotte College Downs2 Bed, 2 Bath Classic2BR,2BA$1.11
Millennium OneB12BR,2BA$1.05

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Frequently Asked Questions about University

What type of rentals are currently available in University?

There are currently 271 Apartments for Rent in University, NC with pricing that ranges from $533 to $8,676. There are also 483 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University ranging from $700 to $3,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University ranges from $700 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,933.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University range from $740 to $8,676, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $725.

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