Cheap Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, MI from $400 (49 Rentals)

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Maple Tree Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Tree Village

303 Packard HwyCharlotte, MI 48813
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Country Club Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Country Club Manor

539-541 Lansing StCharlotte, MI 48813
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Hiland Flatz
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hiland Flatz

2901 Mersey LnLansing, MI 48911
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Holmes Flatz
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Holmes Flatz

2222 W Holmes RdLansing, MI 48911
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The Village Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Village Flats

324 N Queen StNashville, MI 49073
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6301 Frank N Dot Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6301 Frank N Dot Ct

6301 Frank N Dot CtLansing, MI 48917
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$895 - $1,300

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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427 Seymour Ave

LansingMI48933

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Twin Oaks
2 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Oaks

3900 Burneway DrLansing, MI 48911
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Charlotte, MI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Charlotte Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Charlotte, MI is a 2 Beds unit found at Edmond Senior priced from $533. Island City Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $616. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charlotte apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Edmond SeniorHarris 30%2BR,1BA$533
Island City Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$616
Creekside Apartments (Olivet HS, LLC)Creekside One Bedroom (304B)1BR,1BA$675
Holmes Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$755
Shaker House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$775
Hiland Flatz2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$800
Waverly Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$824
Ramblewood ApartmentsOne Bedroom Patio1BR,1BA$850
Shannon Apartments (Shannon Apartments LLC)Shannon Apartments - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, MI and Nearby

As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Charlotte area is the $1.14 price per square foot 4x2 Model at Devonshire on Canal in the in the Delta Township neighborhood starting from $1,725. The second greatest value Charlotte apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Cambridge Manor starting at $1,215 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Lansing Eaton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Charlotte apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Devonshire on Canal4x24BR,2BA$1.14
Cambridge ManorTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.93
Saddleback Ranch ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.25
Edmond SeniorLawrence 60%2BR,1BA$1.16
Island City Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.62
Blossom Manor ApartmentsFully Furnished Unit2BR,1BA$1.05
Grandview Manor ApartmentsGrandView Manor Apartments - Two Bedroom **HALF...2BR,1BA$1.12
Hiland Flatz2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.94
Shannon Apartments (Shannon Apartments LLC)Shannon Apartments - Two Bedroom - FIRST FLOOR ...2BR,1BA$1.22
Holmes Flatz1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.08

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charlotte Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Charlotte Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Charlotte Apartment is $675 at Creekside Apartments (Olivet HS, LLC).

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Charlotte Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Charlotte is starting from $533 at Edmond Senior.

What is the most affordable Charlotte Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Charlotte Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Island City Apartments and starts from $645.

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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.