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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte Studio Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,423 | $498 | $2,633 |
| Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,663 | $615 | $6,368 |
| Charlotte 2 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $2,104 | $624 | $10,000+ |
| Charlotte 3 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $2,622 | $870 | $10,000+ |
| Charlotte 4 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $2,936 | $704 | $10,000+ |
| Charlotte 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,339 | $850 | $10,000+ |
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Receive $750 off one month's rent when you sign an agreement of 12+ months. Call a member of our team today to schedule a tour!Expires 02-28-2026
LIMITED-TIME Leasing Special — Move in by February 16th! Stop by the leasing office today for details.Expires 02-28-2026
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Lease Today and get Two Months Free Base Rent! Plus, receive a Gift Card up to $1,000 when you move in by 2/28! Minimum Term & Restrictions Apply. Other Costs & Fees Excluded. Offer May Change. Does Not Apply to Penthouses.Expires 02-28-2026
Prices Dropped. Deals Up. 2 Months Free + $500 Look & Lease!Expires 02-28-2026
$200 off March Rent!! Must move in on or before 02/28/2026.Expires 02-28-2026
Select 3 Bedrooms reduced to $1438* *Restrictions apply; please contact the leasing office for details.Expires 02-28-2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Charlotte, NC. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
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Enjoy 2.5 months FREE and be among the first to call Echelon at Charlotte home! Only $25 to apply!Expires 03-31-2026
WINTER SPECIAL & HOMETOWN HEROES DISCOUNT ***WINTER SPECIAL***Move-In any unit by our current available date(s), sign a 13 Month Lease & you will receive your FIRST FULL MONTH'S RENT FREE!!! ***HOMETOWN HEROES DISCOUNT***As a thank you to those who serve our Country & Communities, Forest Hills is proud to waive the $50.00 Application Fee for all eligible Military, Veterans, First Responders, Local & State Law Enforcement & Teachers. The Application Fee is due when submitting a Rental Application & will be waived with an approved Rental Application on the day of move-in.Sign a 13 Month Lease and you will be rewarded a full month for free!!!!!!! restrictions apply*****Expires 03-31-2026
*Restrictions may apply. Must sign a 13-month lease for 1 full month rent free. Please contact the leasing office for details. OPEN HOUSE EVERY FRIDAY FROM 1PM-4PMExpires 03-31-2026
Ready for a getaway with your best friend? Sign a new lease at Arcadia Student Living for the 2026-2027 term and you could win a $2,500 Travel Voucher! Secure your entry by signing with your roommate within 72 hours, or double your chances with two extra entries by completing a self-guided tour together.Expires 03-31-2026
Join the Copper Creek family today! Move in before March 1st and get half a month of rent FREE with a 14-month lease. Plus no admin fee, no security deposit, & $10 application fee. Just a $100 non-refundable holding fee after approval. *Restrictions apply* Schedule your tour today!Expires 03-01-2026
Get 1 month FREE and a $250 gift card at move in if you apply within 48 hours of touring! Looking for studio or 1-bedroom apartments in Charlotte near South Park? Now is the perfect time to lease at Selwyn Flats! 6 Weeks Free PLUS a $250 Gift Card when you apply and sign your lease within 48 hours of your initial tour Live minutes from South Park, Uptown Charlotte, shopping, dining, and entertainment — all in a newly renovated apartment with modern finishes and resort-style amenities.Expires 03-31-2026
*Waived Admin Fee If holding fee is paid within 48 hours of approval. *Special applies to 12-month leases only & if moved in by 3/31/2026. *Pricing is subject to change. Call for availability before submitting an application. Application fees are non-refundable.*Expires 04-01-2026
*Waived Admin Fee If holding fee is paid within 48 hours of approval. *Special applies to 12-month leases only & if moved in by 3/31/2026. *Pricing is subject to change. Call for availability before submitting an application. Application fees are non-refundable.*Expires 04-01-2026
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Charlotte is at University Townhomes at Charlotte listed at $704.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Charlotte is $2,167.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Charlotte is a 3,292 square feet unit starting from $1,960 at The Lodges of Huntersville.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Charlotte is currently at 685 sq ft.
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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.
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.
Written by: Carrie Catalano
I'm Carrie, and I've been calling the Charlotte area home for a few years now.
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.
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
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.
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.
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