
Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, NC Under $1,200 (421 Rentals)


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The Residences at Windsor

Albemarle Landing

Evoke Living at Morris Field

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The Collective NoDa

MAA University Lake

Cheswyck at Ballantyne Apartments

Highlands at Alexander Pointe
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charlotte?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte Studio Apartments Under $1200 | $1,409 | $825 | $5,465 |
| Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,656 | $650 | $6,052 |
| Charlotte 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,136 | $599 | $10,000+ |
| Charlotte 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,615 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Charlotte 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $3,089 | $500 | $10,000+ |
| Charlotte 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $805 | $9,401 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Charlotte
How much are Studio apartments in Charlotte?
There are currently 422 Studio Apartments in Charlotte with rent ranges from $825 to $5,465 with an average price of $1,409.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Charlotte Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Charlotte ranges from $650 to $6,052 with an average monthly rent of $1,656.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Charlotte cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Charlotte range from $599 to $12,243. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,136.
How expensive are Charlotte Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 780 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Charlotte on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $650 to $16,572 - averaging $2,615 for the location.
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