
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Center City Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC (59 Rentals)


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Trella Uptown

The Ellis

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Hanover Dilworth

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Overlook at Radius Dilworth

The Paces South End

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The Kensington

Arlo

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Flatiron West Trade

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500 West Trade

Varick on 7th

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The Ascher

The VUE Charlotte On 5th

Crest Gateway

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Circa Uptown

MAA South Line

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Vivian

The Francis

Seversville Apartments

250 W Bland St

216 S Cedar St, Unit 216, Unit 216

820 Hamilton St

1659 Duckworth Ave

420 Plymouth Ave

223 Victoria Ave

608 Garden District Dr
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833 W 4th St

570 W End Dr

859 Clarkson Mill Ct

206 S Cedar St

817 W 4th St

1519 S Church St

429 W Park Ave

129 Grandin Rd

Jefferson Square

Courtside Condominiums
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115 S Summit Ave

ChapelWatch

The Trust

The Madison Condominiums

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5th & Poplar Condominiums

Cedar Oaks
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Center City, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Center City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center City Studio Apartments | $1,620 | $825 | $2,504 |
| Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,031 | $670 | $6,052 |
| Center City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,991 | $770 | $10,000+ |
Center City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,103 | $870 | $10,000+ |
| Center City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,491 | $1,853 | $9,391 |
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There are currently 59 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Center City Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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Largest Available Center City 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in the Center City area of Charlotte, NC is found at The Ellis and is listed at 2,778 square feet priced from $5,256. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ellis | C1 | 2,778 Sq Ft | $5,256 |
| The VUE Charlotte On 5th | C4 | 2,756 Sq Ft | $6,208 |
| Overlook at Radius Dilworth | Penthouse - B3 | 2,107 Sq Ft | $9,747 |
| Uptown 550 | Tower - Manhattan | 1,691 Sq Ft | $4,676 |
| 500 West Trade | C2.T | 1,538 Sq Ft | $3,735 |
| Vivian | Heirloom | 1,516 Sq Ft | $5,744 |
| Flatiron West Trade | Dogwood | 1,399 Sq Ft | $1,850 |
| The Kensington | C2 | 1,340 Sq Ft | $1,757 |
| The Paces South End | C1 | 1,330 Sq Ft | $3,999 |
| Varick on 7th | 3 Bedroom | 1,280 Sq Ft | $2,300 |
Cheapest Available Center City 3 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit Center City of Charlotte, NC is the C2 Model starting from $1,757 at The Kensington. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Center City is currently $5,103. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Kensington | C2 | $1,757 |
| Flatiron West Trade | Dogwood | $1,850 |
| Varick on 7th | 3 Bedroom | $2,370 |
| 500 West Trade | C1 | $3,119 |
| Trella Uptown | C2.1s | $3,716 |
| The Paces South End | C1 | $3,999 |
| Uptown 550 | Tower - Manhattan | $4,676 |
| The Ellis | C1 | $5,256 |
| Vivian | Heirloom | $5,744 |
| The VUE Charlotte On 5th | C4 | $6,208 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Center City Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Center City with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Center City is at The Kensington listed at $1,757.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Center City Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Center City is $5,103.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Center City Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Center City is a 2,778 square feet unit starting from $5,256 at The Ellis.
What is the average size for Center City 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Center City is currently 1,645 sq ft.
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