
Cheap Homes for Rent in Center City Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $1,200 (27 Rentals)
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405 Sylvania Ave

708 N Davidson St

630 Calvert St

529 N Graham St
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626 N Graham St

300 S Cedar St

505 E 6th St

710 W Trade St

238 S Cedar St

517 N Graham St
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434 W 8th St

433 W 8th St

433 W 8th St

508 N Graham St

718 W Trade St

1148 W 1st St
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210 N Church St

224 N Poplar St

229 N Poplar St, Unit St. Peter's Unit 26

626 N Graham St, Unit 306
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333 W Trade St

1101 W 1st St

715 N Church St

516 Grandin Rd

210 N Church St

405 W 7th St
Center City, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Center City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Center City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,229 | $1,295 | $4,500 |
Center City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,689 | $2,390 | $5,000 |
Center City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,850 | $3,350 | $4,950 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Center City Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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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 Elevate Tryon priced from $895. Four One Five Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,160. 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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Elevate Tryon | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $895 |
Four One Five Flats | One Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,160 |
THE WINSTON | S4 | Studio,1BA | $1,179 |
MAA Gateway | Studio 0x1 516-669 SF | Studio,1BA | $1,190 |
Midtown 205 | S3 | Studio,1BA | $1,215 |
The Ascher | S5-S | Studio,1BA | $1,247 |
MAA Uptown | Studio 0x1 509-566 SF | Studio,1BA | $1,292 |
Arlo | Harris | 1BR,1BA | $1,310 |
MAA 1225 | Amsterdam | Studio,1BA | $1,343 |
Alpha Mill | 1X1-A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center City, NC
As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Center City area is the $1.61 price per square foot 32L Model at MAA Enclave in the in the Elizabeth neighborhood starting from $2,318. The second greatest value Center City apartment is the 4x2 Model at The Kensington Apartments starting at $2,417 with a $1.80 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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MAA Enclave | 32L | 3BR,2BA | $1.61 |
The Kensington Apartments | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $1.80 |
J Optimist Park | F05.2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.07 |
Elevate Tryon | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Centric Gateway | 1C | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Mosaic South End Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
Uptown Gardens | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
The Calvert | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
Four One Five Flats | One Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
MAA Gateway | Studio 0x1 516-669 SF | Studio ,1BA | $1.78 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Center City
What type of rentals are currently available in Center City?
There are currently 133 Apartments for Rent in Center City, NC with pricing that ranges from $645 to $13,500. There are also 84 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Center City ranging from $1,295 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Center City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Center City ranges from $1,295 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,592.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Center City?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Center City range from $845 to $13,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,390 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,417.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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