Cheap Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, NC from $300 with Washer/Dryer (474 Rentals)

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Maple Run
$768 - $2,288
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$679 - $2,199
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$768 - $2,288
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Maple Run

2003 Canterwood DrCharlotte, NC 28213
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The Kelston
$859 - $1,789
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$831 - $1,761
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$28
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$859 - $1,789
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The Kelston

1306 Kelston PlCharlotte, NC 28212
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Wexford Apartment Homes
$895 - $2,368
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$812 - $2,285
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$83
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$895 - $2,368
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Wexford Apartment Homes

1811 Wexford Meadows LnCharlotte, NC 28262
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Park Fairfax Apartments
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$900 - $1,600
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$765 - $1,465
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$135
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$900 - $1,600
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Park Fairfax Apartments

180 Park Fairfax DrCharlotte, NC 28208
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TOWNES AT UNIVERSITY
$916 - $1,704
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$827 - $1,615
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$89
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$916 - $1,704
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TOWNES AT UNIVERSITY

336 Blackhawk RdCharlotte, NC 28213
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Creekside Canopy
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$917 - $2,298
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$853 - $2,234
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$64
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$917 - $2,298
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Creekside Canopy

6401 Woodbend DrCharlotte, NC 28212
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The Tatum Apartments
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$920 - $1,240
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$775 - $1,095
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$145
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$920 - $1,240
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The Tatum Apartments

6619 Yateswood DrCharlotte, NC 28212
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Somerset Apartments
$922 - $1,832
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$828 - $1,738
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Somerset Apartments

1400 Ventura Way DrCharlotte, NC 28213
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Winslow Apartments
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$930 - $1,764
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$805 - $1,639
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$125
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$930 - $1,764
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Winslow Apartments

7600 Antlers LnCharlotte, NC 28210
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Andover Woods
$975 - $2,140
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$868 - $2,033
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Andover Woods

7808 Andover Woods DrCharlotte, NC 28210
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Your Local Expert's Guide to Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Charlotte's Big Four Employers

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Hunters Pointe
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$977 - $2,493
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$860 - $2,376
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Hunters Pointe

1841 Prospect DrCharlotte, NC 28213
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Beacon Hill
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$986 - $2,719
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$925 - $2,658
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Beacon Hill

1322-1825 Beacon Ridge RdCharlotte, NC 28210
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Forest At Chasewood
$993 - $1,493
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$951 - $1,451
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$42
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$993 - $1,493
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Forest At Chasewood

1600 Chasewood DrCharlotte, NC 28212
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Ivy Hollow
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$1,004 - $1,864
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$976 - $1,836
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$1,004 - $1,864
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Ivy Hollow

4920-4920 Tanager Park DrCharlotte, NC 28269
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Woodland Hollow
$1,010 - $2,720
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$921 - $2,631
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$89
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$1,010 - $2,720
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Woodland Hollow

6205 Dove Tree LnCharlotte, NC 28213
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Waterford Hills
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$1,019 - $5,087
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$991 - $5,059
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$28
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$1,019 - $5,087
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Waterford Hills

6219 Waterford Hills DrCharlotte, NC 28269
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Stoney Trace
$1,023 - $2,227
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$976 - $2,180
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$47
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$1,023 - $2,227
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Stoney Trace

4616-5105 Stoney Trace DrCharlotte, NC 28227
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Charlotte, NC Local Guide

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Top Neighborhoods Near Charlotte Colleges and Universities

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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 $895.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Charlotte?

The cheapest apartment in Charlotte is The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments which is listed at $801, while the average apartment in Charlotte costs $5,245.

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 6,218 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 $516 which is $4,729 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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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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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Experts Guide to the Top Neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC for College Renters

Written by: Carrie Catalano

I'm Carrie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charlotte, North Carolina. Charlotte is an exciting place to live for anyone, but particularly for college students.

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Your Local Experts Guide to Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Charlottes Big Four Employers

Written by: Carrie Catalano

I'm Carrie, and I've been calling the Charlotte area home for a few years now.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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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.