Cheap Homes for Rent in Mecklenburg County, NC from $500 (269 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Mecklenburg County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mecklenburg County, NC is a Studio unit found at Union at Tryon in the Mineral Springs neighborhood priced from $498. Archdale Senior in the Yorkmount neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $535. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mecklenburg County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Union at TryonStudio, 1 Bath, 521 Sq. Ft.Studio,1BA$498
Archdale SeniorA2.1-30%-PBV-TU1BR,1BA$535
Pleasant View ApartmentsThe Waverly2BR,1BA$624
The Mezzanine at Freedom ApartmentsEnderly1BR,1BA$771
Somerset ApartmentsSTUDIO ONE BATHStudio,1BA$776
The Apartments at Sailboat BayStudioStudio,1BA$789
Walden Station3 Bedroom Handicap1BR,1BA$800
The Flats at ArrowoodA1Studio,1BA$819
The Kelston111BR,1BA$859
Winslow ApartmentsA1 ClassicStudio,1BA$890

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mecklenburg County, NC

As of December 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mecklenburg County area is the $1.06 price per square foot 4BR/3.5BA Model at Towns at Rocky River in the in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Mecklenburg County apartment is the Borewick Model at Cedar Ridge Townhomes starting at $2,453 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Griers Fork neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mecklenburg County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Towns at Rocky River4BR/3.5BA4BR,3.5BA$1.06
Cedar Ridge TownhomesBorewick3BR,2.5BA$1.20
Spire Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.02
Yugo Charlotte College Downs4 Bed, 4 Bath4BR,4BA$0.51
Woodland HollowThe Iris2BR,1.5BA$1.19
Maple RunThe Montford2BR,1.5BA$1.18
Latitude 492 BEDROOM, 2 BATH2BR,2BA$0.85
Pleasant View ApartmentsThe Waverly2BR,1BA$0.70
Halton ParkWimbledon1BR,1BA$1.19
The Mezzanine at Freedom ApartmentsEnderly1BR,1BA$0.93

Frequently Asked Questions about Mecklenburg County

What type of rentals are currently available in Mecklenburg County?

There are currently 1624 Apartments for Rent in Mecklenburg County, NC with pricing that ranges from $498 to $25,200. There are also 2800 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mecklenburg County ranging from $549 to $11,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mecklenburg County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mecklenburg County ranges from $549 to $11,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,172.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mecklenburg County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mecklenburg County range from $709 to $16,112, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $9,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,329 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $750.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!