
Cheap Furnished Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, NC from $300 (12 Rentals)


The Residences at Windsor

Thornberry Apartments

Pointe at Research Park Apartments

Axis at the Park

Montford at Madison Park Apartments
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Sonderly at the Concourse

Pointe at Prosperity Village Apartments

Haven at Rivergate

Crown Point Townhomes

10051 Perimeter Station Dr

10051 Perimeter Station Dr
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Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charlotte?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte Studio Apartments | $1,419 | $498 | $3,344 |
| Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,628 | $530 | $5,376 |
| Charlotte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,066 | $624 | $10,000+ |
| Charlotte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,551 | $709 | $10,000+ |
| Charlotte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,253 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Charlotte 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,190 | $830 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCharlotte, NC
Ranked #1
Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet 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 $890.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Charlotte?
The cheapest apartment in Charlotte is Union at Tryon which is listed at $530, while the average apartment in Charlotte costs $7,409.
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 5,668 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 $554 which is $6,855 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Charlotte.
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!