Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Downs Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $500 (38 Rentals)

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9606 Vinca Cir, Unit A

9606 Vinca Cir
CharlotteNC28213

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Meadowbrook Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Meadowbrook Apartments

2320 Ginger LnCharlotte, NC 28213
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2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Platform Lofts

1240 Merrick StCharlotte, NC 28213
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College Downs, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

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 Vivo Living Charlotte University priced from $879. Pavilion at UC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable College Downs apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vivo Living Charlotte UniversityClassic StudioStudio,1BA$879
Pavilion at UCStudio Standard - Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$925
Commons at University SquareA11BR,1BA$942
Wexford Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$945
The Spoke at McCullough StationThe Hendrick (S1)Studio,1BA$959
Magnolia Terrace1A1BR,1BA$1,009
Worthington Apartments and TownhomesOne Bedroom- Bedford1BR,1BA$1,060
Flats at 87TenThe MintStudio,1BA$1,100
Blu at NorthlineA11BR,1BA$1,105

Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Downs, NC

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Downs area is the $1.38 price per square foot Katana Model at Newell Village in the in the Mineral Springs neighborhood starting from $2,189. The second greatest value College Downs apartment is the D1A Model at The Drake starting at $830 with a $0.58 price per square foot in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Downs apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Newell VillageKatana3BR,2.5BA$1.38
The DrakeD1A4BR,4BA$0.58
Junction 494BR/4BA - D14BR,4BA$0.57
MAA City Grand22D2BR,2BA$1.27
9523 University Terrace Dr, Unit Apt M University terrace9523 University Terrace Dr4BR,2BA$0.46
Arcadia2BR/2BA - Sugarberry - Standard2BR,2BA$1.16
Halton ParkStanley2BR,2BA$1.35
Union at Tryon2 Bed, 2 Bath, 984 Sq. Ft.2BR,2BA$1.37
Rush2BR/2BA - B Upgrade2BR,2BA$1.33
Colville Condominiums2 Bed Student Rental2BR,2BA$0.87

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Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Northeastern Charlotte, NC. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Downs Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in College Downs?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in College Downs is at Vivo Living Charlotte University listed at $879.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom College Downs Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom College Downs Apartment is $942 at Commons at University Square.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom College Downs Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in College Downs is starting from $1,150 at Pavilion at UC.

What is the most affordable College Downs Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap College Downs Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1624 Arlyn Cir and starts from $1,299.

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