
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Back Creek Downs Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $500 (19 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Back Creek Downs area of Charlotte.


9523 University Terrace Dr, Unit M

9523 University Terrace Dr, Unit M

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10510 Plantain Ct

10510 Plantain Ct
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10510 Plantain Ct

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Back Creek Downs, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Back Creek Downs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Back Creek Downs Studio Apartments | $966 | $925 | $1,025 |
| Back Creek Downs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,529 | $940 | $3,841 |
| Back Creek Downs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,599 | $919 | $3,529 |
| Back Creek Downs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,748 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Back Creek Downs 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,055 | $500 | $2,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Back Creek Downs Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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Cheapest Available Back Creek Downs Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Back Creek Downs area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at Pavilion at UC priced from $925. Wexford Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $940. Here are the most affordable Back Creek Downs apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pavilion at UC | Studio Standard - Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Wexford Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $940 |
| The Village at Brierfield Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Halton Park | Wimbledon | 1BR,1BA | $1,105 |
| MAA Chancellor Park | Windsor | 1BR,1BA | $1,123 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Back Creek Downs, NC
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Back Creek Downs area is the $1.13 price per square foot 4BR/3.5BA Model at Towns at Rocky River in the in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Back Creek Downs apartment is the D1A Model at The Drake starting at $830 with a $0.58 price per square foot in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Back Creek Downs apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towns at Rocky River | 4BR/3.5BA | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.13 |
| The Drake | D1A | 4BR,4BA | $0.58 |
| 9523 University Terrace Dr, Unit Apt M University terrace | 9523 University Terrace Dr | 4BR,2BA | $0.46 |
| Halton Park | Stanley | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Rush | 2BR/2BA - B Upgrade | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Colville Condominiums | 2 Bed Student Rental | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| Avana Avebury | Aberdeen | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Belle Haven Apartments | Andover | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| University Square +55 Senior Tax Credit | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| MAA Chancellor Park | Windsor | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Back Creek Downs Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Back Creek Downs?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Back Creek Downs is under $1,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Back Creek Downs?
The cheapest apartment in Back Creek Downs is Wexford Apartment Homes which is listed at $940, while the average apartment in Back Creek Downs costs $1,521.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Back Creek Downs?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 38 regular apartments in Back Creek Downs that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Back Creek Downs?
Cheap apartments in Back Creek Downs have an average cost of $479 which is $1,042 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Back Creek Downs.
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