
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, NC Under $1,200 (79 Rentals)
Rental terms in Charlotte as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


2909 Burgess Drive

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Gateway West

Canopy at Baybrook Apartments

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Axis at the Park

Preserve At Steele Creek Apartments

Cortland University City

Cortland Seventy Seven

Randolph Park

MAA University Lake
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Links at Citiside

Eastover Ridge Apartments

The Piedmont

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Montford at Madison Park Apartments

Whitehall Estates

Tryon Farms

Heather Ridge

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Galleria Village

Aurea Station

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The Vinoy at Innovation Park
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Stone Ridge Apartments

Two20 At BranchView

The Residences at Windsor

Park at Ferentino

Mallard Glen and Adams Place

Halton Park

Harris Pond

The Flats at Marlowe

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Highlands At Alexander Pointe

Cortland University North
The Freedom of Short-Term Rentals: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
From flexibility to potential costs, explore the key benefits and drawbacks of short-term rental housing from a renter's perspective.

Bradford Commons Townhomes

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Bexley Steelecroft

Mallard Creek

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Ayrsley Lofts

Thornberry Apartments

The Edge at Noda Apartments and Townhomes

MAA Chancellor Park

Elevate Tryon

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Andover Woods

Lumeo
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The Apartments at Sailboat Bay

Charlotte 360 Apartments and Townhomes

Somerset Apartments

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TOWNES AT UNIVERSITY

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Greylyn Estates

Avenues at Steele Creek

Coffey Creek

The Slate Charlotte

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Flats at 87Ten

The Villages Apartments
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Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charlotte?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte Studio Apartments | $1,440 | $498 | $3,087 |
| Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,669 | $615 | $6,405 |
| Charlotte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,106 | $624 | $10,000+ |
| Charlotte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,610 | $870 | $10,000+ |
| Charlotte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,719 | $704 | $9,157 |
| Charlotte 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,731 | $850 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Charlotte Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Charlotte?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Charlotte is at Vivo Living Charlotte University listed at $879.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Charlotte Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Charlotte is $2,048.
What is the largest Short-term Charlotte Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Charlotte is a 3,057 square feet unit starting from $2,015 at The Residence at Southpark.
What is the average size for Charlotte Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Charlotte is currently at 711 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC
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.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
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.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
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.