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Charlotte Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 30, 2026

There are currently 19469 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Charlotte, NC that range in price from $498 to $2,949. East Charlotte, North Charlotte and South Park 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
East Charlotte575$1,283$498
North Charlotte531$1,253$498
South Park474$1,560$789
University392$1,204$498
West Charlotte372$1,497$789
Cherry366$1,501$976
Lockwood363$1,505$976
Belmont362$1,474$976
The South End359$1,464$976
Optimist Park346$1,485$976

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 $1,306. MAA Gateway in the Biddleville neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 861 square feet and currently listed start at $1,327. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Charlotte:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
CieloA1L949 Sq Ft$1,306
MAA GatewayStudio 0x1 861-882 SF861 Sq Ft$1,327
Ashton South EndA1A843 Sq Ft$2,255
808 HawthorneStudio 2837 Sq Ft$1,652
Alton Mill DistrictS2797 Sq Ft$1,530
The Paces South EndAL1L791 Sq Ft$2,455
Hanover South EndB784 Sq Ft$1,729
Bell Uptown CharlotteS1C782 Sq Ft$1,764
The Village at CommonwealthA4769 Sq Ft$1,762
Providence RowJax746 Sq Ft$1,862

Cheapest Available Charlotte Studio Apartments

As of January 30, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Charlotte, NC is the Studio, 1 Bath, 521 Sq. Ft. Model starting from $498 at Union at Tryon in the Mineral Springs neighborhood. The second most affordable Charlotte Studio is the STDO - Studio Model at Vivo Living Arbor View starting at $789 in the Clanton Park neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Charlotte is currently $1,399. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Charlotte:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Union at TryonStudio, 1 Bath, 521 Sq. Ft.$498
Vivo Living Arbor ViewSTDO - Studio$789
The Spoke at McCullough StationS1$790
The Flats at ArrowoodA1$819
Vivo Living Charlotte UniversitySTDO - Studio$879
The CharlieS6$888
Coronet Way LoftsS1 Studio / One Bath$899
Chimneys ApartmentsStudio$899
Pavilion at UCStudio Standard - Call For Availability$950
Somerset ApartmentsSTUDIO ONE BATH$954

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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 Studio Charlotte Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Charlotte with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Charlotte is at Union at Tryon listed at $498.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Charlotte is $1,399.

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 $1,306 at Cielo.

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

The average size for a Studio rental in Charlotte is currently 651 sq ft.

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