Cheap Homes for Rent in Uptown Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $1,100 (26 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Uptown area of Charlotte.

Charlotte's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Charlotte and the best places to live with original content written by our Charlotte, NC Local Expert Carrie Catalano!

Read Article
property at 300 S Cedar St

300 S Cedar St

CharlotteNC28202
property at 715 N Church St

715 N Church St

CharlotteNC28202
property at 758 N Davidson St

758 N Davidson St

CharlotteNC28202
property at 718 W Trade St

718 W Trade St

CharlotteNC28202
Showing Results 1-26, Page 1 of 1

Uptown, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Uptown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at Elevate at Tryon- Unique Uptown Living priced from $845. Edgeline Flats on Davidson has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Uptown apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elevate at Tryon- Unique Uptown LivingStudioStudio,1BA$845
Edgeline Flats on DavidsonMonorail1BR,1BA$1,150
Four One Five FlatsOne Bedroom Flat1BR,1BA$1,160
Midtown 205S3Studio,1BA$1,190
MAA South LineStudio 0x1 507-720 SFStudio,1BA$1,225
Dunloe CharlotteA1 - 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,230
MAA UptownStudio 0x1 509-566 SFStudio,1BA$1,255
The AscherS1Studio,1BA$1,257
Alpha Mill0X1-S2Studio,1BA$1,265
MAA GatewayStudio 0x1 324-882 SFStudio,1BA$1,287

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown, NC

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown area is the $1.58 price per square foot 22I Model at MAA Enclave in the in the Elizabeth neighborhood starting from $2,193. The second greatest value Uptown apartment is the F05.2 Model at J Optimist Park starting at $2,435 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the Biddleville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
MAA Enclave22I2BR,2BA$1.58
J Optimist ParkF05.22BR,2BA$2.07
Centric Gateway1H1BR,1BA$2.03
MAA GatewayStudio 0x1 696-782 SFStudio ,1BA$1.88
Uptown GardensA21BR,1BA$1.96
Edgeline Flats on DavidsonMonorail1BR,1BA$1.56
Cedar FlatsA-31BR,1BA$2.02
Four One Five FlatsOne Bedroom Flat1BR,1BA$1.73
Alton Optimist ParkAshcatStudio ,1BA$2.02
Dunloe CharlotteA1 - 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.89

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Frequently Asked Questions about Uptown

What type of rentals are currently available in Uptown?

There are currently 136 Apartments for Rent in Uptown, NC with pricing that ranges from $925 to $11,550. There are also 78 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Uptown ranging from $1,175 to $7,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Uptown ranges from $1,175 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,919.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Uptown range from $1,940 to $11,550, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,525 to $7,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,417.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

decorative image for The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC article

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC

Written by: Carrie Catalano

I'm Carrie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charlotte, North Carolina. I moved to the Triangle area of North Carolina in the summer of 2024 and have been exploring the state since.

decorative image for Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money article

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

decorative image for Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs article

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

decorative image for Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting article

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.