Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Barclay Downs Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $800 (44 Rentals)

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Gailyn on Sharon
2 Bedroom Apartments

Gailyn on Sharon

2365 Sharon RdCharlotte, NC 28211
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Elmsley Grove
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Elmsley Grove

148 Tyvola DrCharlotte, NC 28210
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Charlotte Woods
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Charlotte Woods

1116 Scaleybark RdCharlotte, NC 28209
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Camden Foxcroft
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Camden Foxcroft

4612 Simsbury RdCharlotte, NC 28226
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LaVie SouthPark
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

LaVie SouthPark

5725 Carnegie BlvdCharlotte, NC 28209
property at 340 Hollis Rd

340 Hollis Rd

CharlotteNC28209
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The Abbey
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Abbey

1415 Abbey PlCharlotte, NC 28209

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4911 Park Rd, Unit B

4911 Park Rd
CharlotteNC28209

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Park Selwyn Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Selwyn Apartments

1930-1935 E Woodlawn RdCharlotte, NC 28209
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Barclay Downs, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Barclay Downs Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Barclay Downs area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at The Marley priced from $980. Wildwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,049. Here are the most affordable Barclay Downs apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The MarleyE1 TraditionalStudio,1BA$980
Wildwood ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,049
Madison Southpark Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1,093
Park at Drexel0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,095
Arbor VillageAsh1BR,1BA$1,116
Eastover Ridge ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,131
Link Apartments® MontfordP2. S1Studio,1BA$1,197
Selwyn Flats1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,199
SouthPark MorrisonS1BStudio,1BA$1,213
Montford at Madison Park ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,227

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Barclay Downs, NC

As of October 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Barclay Downs area is the $1.69 price per square foot Southern Model at Magnolia Heights in the in the Myers Park neighborhood starting from $2,580. The second greatest value Barclay Downs apartment is the D2.1 Model at Eastover Ridge Apartments starting at $2,188 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Myers Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Barclay Downs apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Magnolia HeightsSouthern3BR,2BA$1.69
Eastover Ridge ApartmentsD2.13BR,2BA$1.63
Park Place2 BR Townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.78
Madison Southpark Apartment HomesB12BR,2BA$1.07
Arbor VillageDogwood2BR,2BA$1.74
Lennox SouthParkThe Yurman A1BR,1BA$1.91
CieloA1Studio ,1BA$1.90
The Abbey1B1BR,1BA$2.02
Montford at Madison Park ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.68
Ashley Square at SouthParkWisteria1BR,1BA$1.92

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Barclay Downs, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #107

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Barclay Downs, Charlotte, NC

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Getting Around the Barclay Downs Neighborhood in Charlotte, NC

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

36 / 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 Cheap Barclay Downs Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Barclay Downs?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Barclay Downs is at The Marley listed at $980.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Barclay Downs Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Barclay Downs Apartment is $1,049 at Wildwood Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Barclay Downs Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Barclay Downs is starting from $1,255 at Madison Southpark Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Barclay Downs Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Barclay Downs Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Eastover Ridge Apartments and starts from $1,941.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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