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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 Stoney Trace in the Idlewild Farms neighborhood priced from $942. 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
Stoney TraceAddison (A1)1BR,1BA$942
Safire at Matthews1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$949
The PinesThe Randolph-Newly Renovated1BR,1BA$958
Avana MatthewsA11BR,1BA$1,076
Windsor Landing ApartmentsThe Tristan1BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Matthews, NC

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Matthews area is the $0.76 price per square foot 5327 Donnefield Dr Model at 5327 Donnefield Dr in the in the Farm Pond neighborhood starting from $2,499. The second greatest value Matthews apartment is the 4714 Avonwood Ln Model at 4714 Avonwood Ln starting at $3,799 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Providence Plantation 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.
5327 Donnefield Dr5327 Donnefield Dr4BR,2BA$0.76
4714 Avonwood Ln4714 Avonwood Ln4BR,2BA$1.20
4014 Lawrence Daniel Dr4014 Lawrence Daniel Dr3BR,2.5BA$0.88
9311 Macquarie Ln9311 Macquarie Ln3BR,2.5BA$1.04
8318 Mission Hills Rd8318 Mission Hills Rd4BR,2BA$0.93
3023 Laurelwood Dr3023 Laurelwood Dr4BR,2BA$1.15
Crown Point TownhomesDogwood Upgraded - Call For Availability2BR,1.5BA$1.35
Brighton Place ApartmentsThe Pelican2BR,1BA$1.42
Avana MatthewsA11BR,1BA$1.49
Stoney TraceAddison (A1)1BR,1BA$1.46

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Frequently Asked Questions about Matthews

What type of rentals are currently available in Matthews?

There are currently 85 Apartments for Rent in Matthews, NC with pricing that ranges from $766 to $5,623. There are also 105 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Matthews ranging from $750 to $5,200.

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 $750 to $5,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,836.

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 $5,623, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,595 to $3,825. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,075 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,399.

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