1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, NC (1,198 Rentals)

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Elan LoSo
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$1,580 - $2,308
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Elan LoSo

4612 Gilead StCharlotte, NC 28217
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East Mint
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$1,398 - $1,690
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East Mint

13330 Maize LnCharlotte, NC 28227
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Broadstone West End
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$1,329 - $2,443
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Broadstone West End

2220 Wilkinson BlvdCharlotte, NC 28208
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The Kingsman
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$1,452 - $1,687
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$1,354 - $2,665
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The Kingsman

4720 Nations Crossing RdCharlotte, NC 28217
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Prose Rhyne
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$1,395 - $1,540
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Prose Rhyne

225 Rhyne RdCharlotte, NC 28214
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J Optimist Park
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$1,196 - $1,814
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J Optimist Park

1130 N College StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Broadstone Craft
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$1,375 - $2,172
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Broadstone Craft

1015 N Alexander StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Wellen
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$1,358 - $1,745
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$1,307 - $2,374
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Wellen

305 Prine PlCharlotte, NC 28213
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IMT Ballantyne
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$1,525 - $1,630
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$1,406 - $2,331
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IMT Ballantyne

12600 District South DrCharlotte, NC 28277
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Charlotte, NC Local Guide

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Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 01, 2026

There are currently 71223 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Charlotte, NC that range in price from $446 to $6,500. North Charlotte, East Charlotte and South Charlotte are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Charlotte with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
North Charlotte1724$1,545$670
East Charlotte1670$1,524$599
South Charlotte1386$1,519$750
Belmont1264$1,684$899
Optimist Park1208$1,690$899
West Charlotte1182$1,645$670
Lockwood1158$1,703$670
Greenville1129$1,699$670
South Park1117$1,800$895
University1078$1,496$599

Largest Available Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Charlotte, NC is found at The Residence at Southpark in the Meadows on Fairview neighborhood and is 1,556 square feet priced from $3,286. Lofts Dilworth in the Clanton Park neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,231 square feet and currently listed start at $2,224. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Charlotte:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Residence at SouthparkD1,556 Sq Ft$3,286
Lofts Dilworth1 Beds, 2 Baths1,231 Sq Ft$2,224
The VUE Charlotte On 5thA9U1,164 Sq Ft$3,004
Connery on Providence 55+ A91,162 Sq Ft$3,166
VivianCoronet1,157 Sq Ft$3,625
Capital Club at Indian LandA7MH1,157 Sq Ft$1,799
Rise SunridgeA1 Bronze1,150 Sq Ft$1,100
PenroseB4LW1,136 Sq Ft$2,796
Chestnut FarmA3 M31,113 Sq Ft$1,809
SouthPark MorrisonA1LA1,105 Sq Ft$1,626

Cheapest Available Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 01, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Charlotte, NC is the Enderly Model starting from $801 at The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments in the Biddleville neighborhood. The second most affordable Charlotte 1 Bedroom is the 1.1 B - Creekside Model at Creekside Canopy starting at $818 in the Eastland neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Charlotte is currently $1,652. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Charlotte:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Mezzanine at Freedom ApartmentsEnderly$801
Creekside Canopy1.1 B - Creekside$818
Alice Avenue1 bed 1 bath$875
Paces Pointe Apartment HomesA1$882
Charlotte WoodsOne Bedroom Standard$895
Terrace View Senior Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths$895
Lynnwood Garden Apartments1 bed 1 bath$895
Copper CreekThe Ash$899
Cedar Greene ApartmentsClassic Garden$899
Ashby Point1BR/1BA$899

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Charlotte Overview

Ready to learn something new about the City of Trees? Well, if you are an outdoorsy, active, spiritual and can-do type of person, you are going to love calling Charlotte your new home. With beautiful weather all year round, low cost of living, excellent health care, beautiful homes, rich culture and great southern hospitality, Charlotte is one of the best cities to live in especially if you have a young family.

Why live in Charlotte, NC?

Charlotte is one of the most vibrant cities in North Carolina that offers the best outdoor activities. For one, the Queen City enjoys one of the best weathers in all of America. Though the summers can be really hot and humid, it’s only a great excuse to go about and take a dip or enjoy the numerous watersport activities in Charlotte.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Charlotte Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Charlotte with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Charlotte is at The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments listed at $801.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Charlotte Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Charlotte is $1,652.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Charlotte Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Charlotte is a 1,556 square feet unit starting from $3,286 at The Residence at Southpark.

What is the average size for Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Charlotte is currently 1,513 sq ft.

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