
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, NC Under $2,000 (304 Rentals)
Apartments in Charlotte with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


Hanover Dilworth

Element Southpark

Overture Providence 55+ Active Adult Apartments

Redwood Charlotte Harris Houston Road

Bond on Mint

Museum Tower

Legacy 521 Apartments

Crest Gateway

Legacy Arboretum Apartments
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The Reed Charlotte

The Raven

Bradham at New Bern

The Calvert

Elizabeth Square Apartments

The Prospect

Solis LoSo

Penrose
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Silos South End

The Encore SouthPark

The Boulevard a Broadstone Community

Cortland South End

Mosaic South End Apartments

Overlook at Radius Dilworth

Catalyst

Novel Ballantyne
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MAA Enclave

The Atherton

The Links Rea Farms

Enclave at Rivergate

MAA Ballantyne

The VUE Charlotte On 5th

The Mint 425

Madison Mallard Creek

Preserve at Ballantyne Commons

Centric Gateway

Yards at NoDa

Magnolia Heights
Charlotte's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Hazel Southpark

Avalon South End

Circa Uptown

500 West Trade

808 Hawthorne

Hanover South End

Savoy NC

The Sawyer Providence Farm

The Crown of Queen City

The Julien
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 | $1,495 | $874 | $6,464 |
Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,746 | $533 | $7,077 |
Charlotte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,217 | $634 | $10,000+ |
Charlotte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,715 | $740 | $10,000+ |
Charlotte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,199 | $699 | $10,000+ |
Charlotte 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,023 | $720 | $3,100 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Charlotte
How much are Studio apartments in Charlotte?
There are currently 250 Studio Apartments in Charlotte with rent ranges from $800 to $6,464 with an average price of $1,899.
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 $533 to $7,077 with an average monthly rent of $1,746.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Charlotte cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Charlotte range from $634 to $10,387. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,217.
How expensive are Charlotte Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 669 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Charlotte on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $740 to $13,500 - averaging $2,715 for the location.
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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC
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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.

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