1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the College Downs Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC (72 Rentals)

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College Downs, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Largest Available College Downs 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the College Downs area of Charlotte, NC is found at Cortland Belgate and is listed at 890 square feet priced from $1,274. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Cortland BelgateClay890 Sq Ft$1,274
Finley on the GreenA3890 Sq Ft$1,665
MAA City Grand11A882 Sq Ft$1,298
Belle Haven ApartmentsAndover866 Sq Ft$1,302
Worthington Apartments and TownhomesOne Bedroom - Soho I - 862 sqft862 Sq Ft$1,308
8 Metro StationColindale862 Sq Ft$1,335
NOVEL University Place by Crescent CommunitiesA2m1851 Sq Ft$1,894
Thrive at University CityA1C845 Sq Ft$1,294
Verde at McCullough StationA1837 Sq Ft$1,431
Alexan Research ParkA7832 Sq Ft$1,515

Cheapest Available College Downs 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit College Downs of Charlotte, NC is the 3 Bedroom 3 Bath Unit A Model starting from $800 at Walden Station. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in College Downs is currently $1,371. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Walden Station3 Bedroom 3 Bath Unit A$800
University Northside Apartments1BR/1.0BA$999
The Spoke at McCullough StationA1$1,030
Commons at University SquareA2$1,035
The Piedmont1x1-648$1,079
Wexford Apartment HomesOne Bedroom$1,080
Flats at 87TenThe Conrad$1,099
MAA Chancellor ParkYorkshire$1,108
Cortland University CityThe Babson$1,161
Mallard CreekThe Briar$1,165

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
College Downs, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #64

Among neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

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Getting Around the College Downs Neighborhood in Charlotte, NC

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

32 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom College Downs Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in College Downs with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in College Downs is at Walden Station listed at $800.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom College Downs Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in College Downs is $1,371.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom College Downs Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in College Downs is a 890 square feet unit starting from $1,274 at Cortland Belgate.

What is the average size for College Downs 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in College Downs is currently 1,242 sq ft.

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