Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Center City Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $300 (76 Rentals)

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J Optimist Park
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$1,146 - $2,249
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J Optimist Park

1130 N College StCharlotte, NC 28206
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property at 640 N Church St

$1,414 - $2,110

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640 N Church St

CharlotteNC28202
property at 902 W 4th St

$1,426 - $2,135

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902 W 4th St

CharlotteNC28202

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property at 101 S Tryon St

$1,524 - $2,500

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101 S Tryon St

CharlotteNC28280
property at 401 S Graham St

$1,579 - $3,101

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401 S Graham St

CharlotteNC28202
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Loft One35
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$1,581 - $3,413
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Loft One35

135 W Morehead StCharlotte, NC 28202
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property at 229 N Poplar St

$1,595

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229 N Poplar St, Unit 29, Unit 29

229 N Poplar St
CharlotteNC28202

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Trella Uptown
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$1,623 - $3,328
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Trella Uptown

426 N Tryon StCharlotte, NC 28202
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property at 2222 N Tryon St

$1,466 - $2,865

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2222 N Tryon St

CharlotteNC28206

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Autumn Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Place

321 N Davidson StCharlotte, NC 28202
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940 Brevard
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940 Brevard

940 N Brevard StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Strawn Tower
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Strawn Tower

1225 S Caldwell StCharlotte, NC 28203
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First Ward Place
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

First Ward Place

550 E 8th StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Camden South End
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Camden South End

1205 S Tryon StCharlotte, NC 28203
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Catherine 36
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Catherine 36

109 W Catherine StCharlotte, NC 28203
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Alpha Mill
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alpha Mill

220 Alpha Mill LnCharlotte, NC 28206
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Cedar Oaks
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Oaks

801 Cates 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 Elevate Tryon priced from $895. MAA Gateway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,080. Here are the most affordable Center City apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elevate Tryon0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$895
MAA GatewayStudio 0x1 324-410 SFStudio,1BA$1,080
Alpha Mill0X1-S1Studio,1BA$1,151
Presley UptownS8RStudio,1BA$1,203
MAA UptownStudio 0x1 509-566 SFStudio,1BA$1,220
Gateway WestGroveStudio,1BA$1,223
The AscherS5-SStudio,1BA$1,230
THE WINSTONS1Studio,1BA$1,235
Link Apartments® Mint StreetS1-AStudio,1BA$1,241
708 SummitS2A Studio / One BathStudio,1BA$1,249

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center City, NC

As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Center City area is the $1.25 price per square foot 22I Model at MAA Enclave in the in the Elizabeth neighborhood starting from $1,733. The second greatest value Center City apartment is the D1 Model at The Kensington starting at $2,008 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Biddleville 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.
MAA Enclave22I2BR,2BA$1.25
The KensingtonD14BR,2BA$1.50
Flatiron West TradeCypress2BR,2BA$1.45
MAA South LineTraditional 2x2 1006-1027 SF2BR,2BA$1.93
Alister UptownTH3 Renovated1BR,1BA$1.74
Centric Gateway1C1BR,1BA$1.71
Uptown GardensA21BR,1BA$1.80
Elevate Tryon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.56
Cedar FlatsA-11BR,1BA$1.97
415 Flats1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.86

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Top Neighborhoods Near Charlotte Colleges and Universities

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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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Lifestyle Ratings

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 Elevate Tryon listed at $895.

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 $1,488 at Alister Uptown.

What is the most affordable Center City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Center City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Flatiron West Trade and starts from $1,850.

Expert Rental Resources

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