Studio Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, NC (444 Rentals)

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Charlotte Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 15, 2025

There are currently 19813 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Charlotte, NC that range in price from $789 to $3,344. South Park, Lockwood and East Charlotte 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 Park506$1,570$849
Lockwood460$1,524$895
East Charlotte425$1,268$789
Belmont420$1,477$895
Greenville413$1,502$895
Optimist Park412$1,489$895
West Charlotte407$1,507$849
The South End378$1,478$895
Cherry373$1,553$895
Sedgefield363$1,565$849

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 $1,681. Alister Uptown in the Elizabeth neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 875 square feet and currently listed start at $1,800. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Charlotte:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
CieloA1L949 Sq Ft$1,681
Alister UptownS10D Renovated875 Sq Ft$1,800
MAA GatewayStudio 0x1 861-882 SF861 Sq Ft$1,425
Ashton South EndA1A843 Sq Ft$2,255
808 HawthorneStudio 2837 Sq Ft$1,652
Alton Mill DistrictS2797 Sq Ft$1,538
The Paces South EndAL1L791 Sq Ft$2,455
Maddox South EndS8a785 Sq Ft$1,476
Hanover South EndB784 Sq Ft$1,729
Bell Uptown CharlotteS1C782 Sq Ft$1,814

Cheapest Available Charlotte Studio Apartments

As of November 15, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Charlotte, NC is the Studio Model starting from $789 at The Apartments at Sailboat Bay in the Eastland neighborhood. The second most affordable Charlotte Studio is the A1 Model at The Flats at Arrowood starting at $819 in the Yorkmount neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Charlotte is currently $1,429. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Charlotte:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Apartments at Sailboat BayStudio$789
The Flats at ArrowoodA1$819
Vivo Living Arbor ViewSTDO - Studio$849
Winslow ApartmentsA1 Classic$890
Elevate Tryon0BR/1.0BA$895
Coronet Way LoftsS1 Studio / One Bath$929
Chimneys ApartmentsStudio$949
Pavilion at UCStudio Standard - Call For Availability$985
The Spoke at Tyvola StationS1$993
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.

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Charlotte, NC

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Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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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

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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 The Apartments at Sailboat Bay listed at $789.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Charlotte is $1,429.

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 $1,681 at Cielo.

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

The average size for a Studio rental in Charlotte is currently 629 sq ft.

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