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Matthews, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Matthews Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Matthews, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Pines in the Stonehaven neighborhood priced from $935. Safire at Matthews in the Stonehaven neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $949. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Matthews apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The PinesThe Fairview1BR,1BA$935
Safire at Matthews1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$949
Residences at West MintIdlewood1BR,1BA$1,030
Waterford CreekA1 | Classic1BR,1BA$1,062
Mission Matthews Place1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,114
Rise Matthews PointeA11BR,1BA$1,125
Park 2300Campbell Creek1BR,1BA$1,136
ForesterA11BR,1BA$1,165
Paces Pointe Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1,168
The MadisonA11BR,1BA$1,171

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Matthews, NC

As of April 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Matthews area is the $1.53 price per square foot Jernigan Townhome Model at Mintworth Commons Rental Homes in the in the Idlewild Farms neighborhood starting from $2,180. The second greatest value Matthews apartment is the 1350 Maple Shade Lane Model at 1350 Maple Shade Lane starting at $1,800 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Stonehaven neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Matthews apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mintworth Commons Rental HomesJernigan Townhome3BR,2.5BA$1.53
1350 Maple Shade Lane1350 Maple Shade Lane2BR,2.5BA$1.50
Crown Point TownhomesDogwood Upgraded - Call For Availability2BR,1.5BA$1.35
Creekridge on the ParkThree Bedroom - 3B3BR,2BA$1.34
Creekside at Matthews ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$1.41
Matthews ReserveB2A2BR,2BA$1.52
Park at Ferentino2x22BR,2BA$1.50
Stoney TraceB1 Renovated2BR,2BA$1.42
Brighton Place ApartmentsThe Pelican2BR,1BA$1.42
Avana MatthewsA21BR,1BA$1.55

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Frequently Asked Questions about Matthews

What type of rentals are currently available in Matthews?

There are currently 72 Apartments for Rent in Matthews, NC with pricing that ranges from $949 to $4,823. There are also 157 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Matthews ranging from $1,050 to $7,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Matthews ranges from $1,050 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,198.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Matthews range from $1,444 to $4,823, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,525 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,824 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,824.

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