3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, NC (792 Rentals)

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Bolton West Charlotte
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$1,999 - $2,275
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$1,383 - $2,398

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Bolton West Charlotte

4008 Fire Creek RdCharlotte, NC 28214
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East Mint
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$2,139 - $2,355
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$1,531 - $2,355

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East Mint

13330 Maize LnCharlotte, NC 28227
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Wellen
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$2,111 - $2,369
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$1,446 - $2,431

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Wellen

305 Prine PlCharlotte, NC 28213
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IMT Ballantyne
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$2,570 - $2,646
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$1,296 - $2,646

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IMT Ballantyne

12600 District South DrCharlotte, NC 28277
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Cortland Wren Northlake
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$2,134 - $6,860
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$1,369 - $6,860

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Cortland Wren Northlake

8524 Mason Andrew WayCharlotte, NC 28216
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Trella Uptown
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$3,603 - $3,856
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$1,524 - $3,856

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Trella Uptown

426 N Tryon StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Your Local Expert's Guide to Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Charlotte's Big Four Employers

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Charlotte 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 03, 2026

There are currently 16006 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Charlotte, NC that range in price from $650 to $16,572. South Charlotte, North Charlotte and East Charlotte are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Charlotte with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
South Charlotte556$2,415$1,325
North Charlotte370$2,222$870
East Charlotte352$2,195$650
University254$2,023$650
West Charlotte241$2,335$870
South Park189$3,173$1,325
Outer South Charlotte185$2,285$1,400
Highway 51165$2,514$1,549
Hwy 51 Park Road165$2,514$1,549
Starmount Forest155$2,493$1,542

Largest Available Charlotte 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Charlotte, NC is found at Bradford Place Apartments in the Westerly Hills neighborhood and is 3,115 square feet priced from $4,095. The Ellis in the Biddleville neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 2,778 square feet and currently listed start at $5,284. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Charlotte:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Bradford Place ApartmentsTH C3,115 Sq Ft$4,095
The EllisC12,778 Sq Ft$5,284
Ballantyne Townhomes at ElmC1 Elm - Cascadia2,776 Sq Ft$4,400
The VUE Charlotte On 5thC42,756 Sq Ft$6,151
Townhomes at BridlestoneC6.MD Mount Mitchell2,739 Sq Ft$3,893
Blu SouthSkye2,677 Sq Ft$2,859
Rock Creek at BallantyneTH12,513 Sq Ft$4,025
The Seventeen Hundred on EastC122,422 Sq Ft$9,927
Adler Montford Park + Drexel TownesThe Georgetown2,387 Sq Ft$5,914
Cedar Ridge TownhomesCreekside Bonus2,374 Sq Ft$2,495

Cheapest Available Charlotte 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 03, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Charlotte, NC is the The Claymont Model starting from $688 at Pleasant View Apartments in the Hickory Ridge neighborhood. The second most affordable Charlotte 3 Bedroom is the 3x1 Flat Standard-Call for Availability Model at Birch Townhomes starting at $1,225 in the Biddleville neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Charlotte is currently $2,627. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Charlotte:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Pleasant View ApartmentsThe Claymont$688
Birch Townhomes3x1 Flat Standard-Call for Availability$1,225
Rivergate Greene3 Bedroom$1,266
East Side FlatsC2 60%$1,275
Somerset ApartmentsC1 THREE BEDROOM ONE & HALF BATH$1,291
1624 Arlyn Cir3 Beds, 2 Baths$1,299
Hunters PointeThree Bedroom Townhome$1,318
West Downs ApartmentsElm$1,320
1601 West TownhomesThe Catawba$1,325
Thompson Place Apartments3BR/1.5BA$1,325

Top Neighborhoods Near Charlotte Colleges and Universities

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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 3 Bedroom Charlotte Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Charlotte with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Charlotte is at Pleasant View Apartments listed at $688.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Charlotte Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Charlotte is $2,627.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Charlotte Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Charlotte is a 3,115 square feet unit starting from $4,095 at Bradford Place Apartments.

What is the average size for Charlotte 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Charlotte is currently 1,381 sq ft.

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