Studio Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, NC (270 Rentals)

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Charlotte Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 31, 2025

There are currently 15632 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Charlotte, NC that range in price from $815 to $5,081. South Park, Lockwood and Cherry are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Charlotte with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
South Park410$1,583$909
Lockwood396$1,489$1,021
Cherry343$1,579$1,021
East Charlotte338$1,299$815
Greenville331$1,490$1,021
Brookhill313$1,547$909
West Charlotte311$1,525$909
Belmont309$1,472$1,021
Freedom Park305$1,589$1,046
Optimist Park303$1,474$1,021

Largest Available Charlotte Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Charlotte, NC is found at Cielo in the Foxcroft neighborhood and is 949 square feet priced from $1,543. Alister Uptown in the Elizabeth neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 875 square feet and currently listed start at $1,650. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Charlotte:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
CieloA1L949 Sq Ft$1,543
Alister UptownS10D Renovated875 Sq Ft$1,650
Camden Cotton Mills0.1E860 Sq Ft$1,569
Providence RowJax840 Sq Ft$1,668
The Paces South EndAL1L791 Sq Ft$2,455
Overton RowS9788 Sq Ft$1,390
MAA GatewayStudio 0x1 696-782 SF772 Sq Ft$1,260
Ayrsley LoftsGraham755 Sq Ft$1,293
SouthPark MorrisonS1G741 Sq Ft$1,227
The OliverS1D733 Sq Ft$1,186

Cheapest Available Charlotte Studio Apartments

As of July 31, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Charlotte, NC is the 0BR/1.0BA Model starting from $825 at University Northside Apartments in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood. The second most affordable Charlotte Studio is the A1 Model at The Flats at Arrowood starting at $899 in the Yorkmount neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Charlotte is currently $1,512. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Charlotte:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
University Northside Apartments0BR/1.0BA$825
The Flats at ArrowoodA1$899
Vivo Living Arbor ViewStudio$909
The Apartments at Sailboat BayStudio$915
The Spoke at Tyvola StationS1$925
Chimneys ApartmentsStudio$949
Somerset ApartmentsSTUDIO ONE BATH$949
Crossing at Reedy CreekStudio Standard - Call For Availability$950
Pavilion at UCStudio Standard - Call For Availability$975
Flats at 87TenThe Mint$999

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Charlotte Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Charlotte with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Charlotte is at University Northside Apartments listed at $825.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Charlotte Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Charlotte is $1,512.

What is the largest available Studio Charlotte Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Charlotte is a 949 square feet unit starting from $1,543 at Cielo.

What is the average size for Charlotte Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Charlotte is currently 503 sq ft.

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