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302 Hampton Church RdCharlotte, NC 28262
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404 Gallop LnCharlotte, NC 28213
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Downs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Downs Studio Apartments | $1,283 | $498 | $2,189 |
| College Downs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,370 | $779 | $3,313 |
| College Downs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,716 | $919 | $5,573 |
| College Downs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,879 | $750 | $7,078 |
| College Downs 4 Bedroom Apartments | $950 | $635 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available College Downs Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Downs area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at Union at Tryon priced from $498. Wexford Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable College Downs apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union at Tryon | Studio, 1 Bath, 521 Sq. Ft. | Studio,1BA | $498 |
| Wexford Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Pavilion at UC | Studio Standard - Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Commons at University Square | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $967 |
| The Spoke at McCullough Station | The Hendrick (S1) | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Magnolia Terrace | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,009 |
| MAA Chancellor Park | Windsor | 1BR,1BA | $1,013 |
| Halton Park | Wimbledon | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Lumeo | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,052 |
| Century University City | Rome | 1BR,1BA | $1,135 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Downs, NC
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Downs area is the $1.36 price per square foot Katana Model at Newell Village in the in the Mineral Springs neighborhood starting from $2,148. The second greatest value College Downs apartment is the 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 984 Sq. Ft. Model at Union at Tryon starting at $1,348 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Mineral Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Downs apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Newell Village | Katana | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.36 |
| Union at Tryon | 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 984 Sq. Ft. | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Avana Avebury | Aberdeen | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Cortland Belgate | Clay | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| MAA City Grand | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Belle Haven Apartments | Andover | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Halton Park | Wimbledon | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Woodland Hollow | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Commons at University Square | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| MAA Chancellor Park | Windsor | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Downs Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in College Downs?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in College Downs is under $1,135.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in College Downs?
The cheapest apartment in College Downs is Union at Tryon which is listed at $927, while the average apartment in College Downs costs $1,738.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in College Downs?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 145 regular apartments in College Downs that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in College Downs?
Cheap apartments in College Downs have an average cost of $512 which is $1,226 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in College Downs.
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