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413 Heathcliff StCharlotte, NC 28208
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Center City Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $300 (49 Rentals)
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Seversville Apartments
1707-104 Sumter AveCharlotte, NC 28208
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MAA Gateway
120 N Cedar StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Elevate Tryon
508 N Tryon St NCharlotte, NC 28202
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Flatiron West Trade
1005 W Trade StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Arlo
1331 W Morehead StCharlotte, NC 28208
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Gateway West
902 W 4th StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Park and Kingston
125 W Park AveCharlotte, NC 28203
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Link Apartments® Mint Street
1200 S Mint StCharlotte, NC 28203
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J Optimist Park
1130 N College StCharlotte, NC 28206
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The Ellis
512 N College StCharlotte, NC 28202
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MAA Uptown
305-535 N Graham StCharlotte, NC 28202
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MAA 1225
1225 S Church StCharlotte, NC 28203
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District Flats
1449 S Church StCharlotte, NC 28203
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708 Summit
708 S Summit AveCharlotte, NC 28208
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The Francis
400 E Brooklyn Village AveCharlotte, NC 28202
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MAA South Line
222 E Bland StCharlotte, NC 28203
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500 West Trade
500 W Trade StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Varick on 7th
721 E 7th StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Trella Uptown
426 N Tryon StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Uptown Gardens
517 W 8th StCharlotte, NC 28202
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415 Flats
415 W 10th StCharlotte, NC 28202
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The Reed Charlotte
401 S Graham StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Loft One35
135 W Morehead StCharlotte, NC 28202
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The Paces South End
255 W Bland StCharlotte, NC 28203
101 S Tryon St
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The VUE Charlotte On 5th
215 N Pine StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Catalyst
255 W Martin Luther King BlvdCharlotte, NC 28202
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Triton Uptown
924 North Tryon StreetCharlotte, NC 28206
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The Prospect
1115 S Mint StCharlotte, NC 28203
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Bell Uptown Charlotte
355 W Martin Luther King BlvdCharlotte, NC 28202
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The Lexington Dilworth
1106 Euclid AveCharlotte, NC 28203
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Uptown 550
550 E Brooklyn Village AveCharlotte, NC 28202
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Autumn Place
321 N Davidson StCharlotte, NC 28202
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940 Brevard
940 N Brevard StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Strawn Tower
1225 S Caldwell StCharlotte, NC 28203
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First Ward Place
550 E 8th StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Camden South End
1205 S Tryon StCharlotte, NC 28203
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Catherine 36
109 W Catherine StCharlotte, NC 28203
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Alpha Mill
220 Alpha Mill LnCharlotte, NC 28206
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Cedar Oaks
801 Cates StCharlotte, NC 28202
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The Village on Morehead
727 E Morehead StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Frederick Place
515 N Church StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Camden Cotton Mills
520 W 5th StCharlotte, NC 28202
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The Crown of Queen City
101 W Morehead StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Camden Grandview
309 E Morehead StCharlotte, NC 28202
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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 |
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| Center City Studio Apartments | $1,623 | $1,035 | $3,003 |
| Center City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,025 | $615 | $5,657 |
| Center City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,872 | $770 | $10,000+ |
| Center City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,217 | $870 | $10,000+ |
| Center City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,346 | $2,093 | $9,157 |
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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 MAA Gateway priced from $1,030. Elevate Tryon has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable Center City apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| MAA Gateway | Studio 0x1 516-669 SF | Studio,1BA | $1,030 |
| Elevate Tryon | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| The Ascher | S5-S | Studio,1BA | $1,112 |
| Flatiron West Trade | Spruce | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
| Alpha Mill | 0X1-S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,169 |
| Alister Uptown | S01 Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| Gateway West | Irwin | Studio,1BA | $1,202 |
| Link Apartments® Mint Street | S1-A | Studio,1BA | $1,217 |
| Arlo | Sunset | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Winnifred | S1.1 | Studio,1BA | $1,266 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center City, NC
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Center City area is the $1.52 price per square foot 22HL Model at MAA Enclave in the in the Elizabeth neighborhood starting from $2,223. The second greatest value Center City apartment is the 911 E 8th St Model at 911 E 8th St, Unit 911 starting at $2,200 with a $1.85 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| MAA Enclave | 22HL | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| 911 E 8th St, Unit 911 | 911 E 8th St | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| Crest Gateway | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Uptown Gardens | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| The Kensington | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Mosaic South End Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Flatiron West Trade | Spruce | Studio ,1BA | $1.40 |
| MAA Gateway | Traditional 1x1 702-808 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Elevate Tryon | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| MAA Uptown | Traditional 1x1 689-710 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
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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 MAA Gateway listed at $1,030.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Center City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Center City Apartment is $1,095 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 $1,495 at Uptown Gardens.
What is the most affordable Center City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Center City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Crest Gateway and starts from $1,842.
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