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1408 W Sugar Creek RdCharlotte, NC 28262
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Charlotte, NC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Charlotte, NC

Pricing Updated: 06/03/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Charlotte, NC area range in price from $495 to $28,000 with an overall median price of $3,172. The three Charlotte neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Winthrop University at $695, Heathwood at $1,295, and Northgate South at $1,400. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Charlotte Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Winthrop University$695$6951
Heathwood$1,295$1,2951
Northgate South$1,400$1,4001
North Historic Concord$1,400$8954
South Corban Avenue$1,585$1,5003
Spencer Estates$1,595$1,5951
Logan$1,652$1,2006
South Historic Concord$1,670$1,2004
Charles Gray$1,699$1,6991
Touchstone Village$1,710$1,6951

Cheapest Available Charlotte Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Charlotte, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Pleasant View Apartments in the Hickory Ridge neighborhood priced from $599. Wexford Apartment Homes in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $765. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charlotte apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pleasant View ApartmentsThe Waverly2BR,1BA$599
Wexford Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$765
The Mezzanine at Freedom ApartmentsEnderly1BR,1BA$801
Elevate Tryon0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$825
Forest At Chasewood01S1BR,1BA$831
The Flats at ArrowoodA1Studio,1BA$861
Wallace Townhomes2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1BA$885
The Kelston111BR,1BA$889
Terrace View Senior Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, NC

As of June 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Charlotte area is the $1.05 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at Bellhaven Townhomes in the in the West Charlotte neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Charlotte apartment is the Championship Model at Halton Park starting at $1,547 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Back Creek Downs 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.
Bellhaven Townhomes3BR/2.5BA3BR,2.5BA$1.05
Halton ParkChampionship3BR,2BA$1.07
The DrakeD1A4BR,4BA$0.58
MAA GatewayTraditional 2x2 989-1609 SF2BR,2BA$1.05
Exchange at Steele Creek2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.03
9523 University Terrace Dr, Unit Apt M University terrace9523 University Terrace Dr4BR,2BA$0.46
Pleasant View ApartmentsThe Claymont3BR,1BA$0.67
Colville Condominiums2 Bed Student Rental2BR,2BA$0.87
Latitude 492 BEDROOM, 2 BATH2BR,2BA$0.87
The Mezzanine at Freedom ApartmentsEnderly1BR,1BA$0.97

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Top Neighborhoods Near Charlotte Colleges and Universities

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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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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 Cheap Charlotte Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Charlotte?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Charlotte is at Wexford Apartment Homes listed at $765.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Charlotte Apartment is $801 at The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments.

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 $599 at Pleasant View Apartments.

What is the most affordable Charlotte Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Charlotte Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pleasant View Apartments and starts from $688.

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