Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Center City Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $300 (90 Rentals)

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property at 508 N Tryon St

$925 - $995

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508 N Tryon St

CharlotteNC28202
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$1,199
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415 Flats

415 W 10th StCharlotte, NC 28202
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J Optimist Park
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$1,230 - $2,250
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J Optimist Park

1130 N College StCharlotte, NC 28206
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The Carson
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$1,321 - $3,537
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The Carson

135 W Morehead StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Trella Uptown
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$1,516 - $3,582
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Trella Uptown

426 N Tryon StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Hanover Dilworth
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$1,687 - $9,738
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Hanover Dilworth

711 E Morehead StCharlotte, NC 28203
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property at 715 N Church St

$1,700

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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715 N Church St, Unit 601

715 N Church St
CharlotteNC28202

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The Kensington
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$1,721 - $4,478
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The Kensington

425 W 5th StCharlotte, NC 28202
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The Reed
$1,750 - $5,908
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The Reed

401 S Graham StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Center City, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Center City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Center City area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at Alister Uptown priced from $915. Elevate Tryon has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $989. Here are the most affordable Center City apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alister UptownS02Studio,1BA$915
Elevate Tryon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$989
Alpha Mill0X1-S1Studio,1BA$1,098
Midtown 205S3Studio,1BA$1,159
ArloTrade1BR,1BA$1,251
Link Apartments® Mint StreetS1Studio,1BA$1,267
Alton Mill DistrictS1.1Studio,1BA$1,286
The AscherA101BR,1BA$1,310
MAA UptownStudio 0x1 665-981 SFStudio,1BA$1,340
MAA GatewayStudio 0x1 861-882 SFStudio,1BA$1,355

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center City, NC

As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Center City area is the $1.44 price per square foot D1 Model at The Kensington in the in the Biddleville neighborhood starting from $1,928. The second greatest value Center City apartment is the 22f Model at MAA Enclave starting at $1,993 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Elizabeth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Center City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The KensingtonD14BR,2BA$1.44
MAA Enclave22f2BR,2BA$1.59
Flatiron West TradeCypress2BR,2BA$1.41
Crest Gateway2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.45
Centric Gateway1G1BR,1BA$2.01
MAA GatewayTraditional 1x1 702-808 SF1BR,1BA$1.87
Uptown GardensA21BR,1BA$1.89
The CalvertA21BR,1BA$1.94
Elevate Tryon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.41
Alister UptownS02Studio ,1BA$1.66

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Center City, Charlotte, NC

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

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This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across North Carolina, including Charlotte. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Center City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Center City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Center City is at Alister Uptown listed at $915.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Center City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Center City Apartment is $989 at Elevate Tryon.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Center City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Center City is starting from $1,470 at MAA Gateway.

What is the most affordable Center City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Center City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Kensington and starts from $1,816.

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