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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Charlotte, NC

Pricing Updated: 06/15/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Charlotte, NC area range in price from $356 to $13,500 with an overall median price of $2,674. The three Charlotte neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Crowders View at $840, Montibello at $1,208, and Logan at $995. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Charlotte Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Crowders View$1,200$8402
Montibello$1,450$1,2082
Logan$1,550$99520
South Historic Concord$1,550$99523
Downtown Gastonia$1,550$1,025159
University City South$1,594$699223
Charles Gray$1,647$96535
Cherry Park$1,670$925108
Capitol Drive$1,685$570376
Country Club Estates York$1,725$1,23511

Cheapest Available Charlotte Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Charlotte, NC is a 3 Beds unit found at Walden Station in the Mineral Springs neighborhood priced from $720. Archdale Senior in the Yorkmount neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charlotte apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Walden Station3 Bedroom 3 Bath Unit A3BR,3BA$720
Archdale Senior1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$850
The Grayson Apartment HomesThe Birkdale (A1)1BR,1BA$873
Vivo Living Arbor ViewStudioStudio,1BA$874
TOWNES AT UNIVERSITYMadison1BR,1BA$880
The KelstonA11BR,1BA$885
Cedar Greene ApartmentsClassic Garden1BR,1BA$899
Copper CreekThe Ash1BR,1BA$899
GreenRock EstatesThe Tillery1BR,1BA$899
The Flats at ArrowoodA1PStudio,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, NC

As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Charlotte area is the $1.09 price per square foot Creekside Bonus Model at Cedar Ridge Townhomes in the in the Steele Creek neighborhood starting from $2,579. The second greatest value Charlotte apartment is the Nolan Model at Smith Farms starting at $2,270 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Highland Creek 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.
Cedar Ridge TownhomesCreekside Bonus3BR,2.5BA$1.09
Smith FarmsNolan4BR,3.5BA$1.04
Spire Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.98
West Side Flats3 Bedroom Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.11
The MillB22BR,2BA$0.83
The Union Student LivingB22BR,2BA$0.85
Elevate Tryon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.10
Latitude 492 BEDROOM, 2 BATH2BR,2BA$0.81
Yugo Charlotte College Downs2 Bed, 2 Bath Classic2BR,2BA$1.11
Seneca Woods Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.09

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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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Charlotte, NC

Ranked #1

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Charlotte, NC

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

35 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charlotte Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Charlotte?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Charlotte is under $899.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Charlotte?

The cheapest apartment in Charlotte is Archdale Senior which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Charlotte costs $2,674.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Charlotte?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4,022 regular apartments in Charlotte that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Charlotte?

Cheap apartments in Charlotte have an average cost of $414 which is $2,260 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Charlotte.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC

Written by: Carrie Catalano

I'm Carrie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charlotte, North Carolina. I moved to the Triangle area of North Carolina in the summer of 2024 and have been exploring the state since.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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