Cheap Homes for Rent in Druid Hills South Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $700 (43 Rentals)

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property at 2740 Grimes St

2740 Grimes St

CharlotteNC28206

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property at 215 S Gardner Ave

215 S Gardner Ave

CharlotteNC28208
property at 215 S Gardner Ave

215 S Gardner Ave

CharlotteNC28208

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property at 630 Calvert St

630 Calvert St

CharlotteNC28208

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property at 2421 Pinckney Ave

2421 Pinckney Ave

CharlotteNC28205

Druid Hills South - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Charlotte

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Charlotte, NC by our Charlotte, NC Local Expert Carrie Catalano. See how it ranks!

property at 505 E 6th St

505 E 6th St

CharlotteNC28202

Druid Hills South, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Druid Hills South Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Druid Hills South area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Cedar Greene Apartments priced from $899. Link Apartments® CYKEL has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,049. Here are the most affordable Druid Hills South apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cedar Greene ApartmentsClassic Garden1BR,1BA$899
Link Apartments® CYKELS1-AStudio,1BA$1,049
Oaklawn WestGarden2BR,1BA$1,050
JoineryS3Studio,1BA$1,068
Elevate Tryon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,095
The Collective NoDaS2Studio,1BA$1,099
The Edge at Noda Apartments and TownhomesClassic 1x1 Garden - Call For Availability1BR,1BA$1,150
One Noda ParkA11BR,1BA$1,175
Trailside NoDaChickadeeStudio,1BA$1,176
Uptown GardensA11BR,1BA$1,185

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Druid Hills South, NC

As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Druid Hills South area is the $1.44 price per square foot 2 Bed/2 Bath Model at The Lofts at Hawthorne Mill in the in the Elizabeth neighborhood starting from $1,685. The second greatest value Druid Hills South apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Millhouse starting at $1,675 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the First Ward neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Druid Hills South apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Lofts at Hawthorne Mill2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.44
Millhouse2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.61
Elevate Tryon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.10
West Downs ApartmentsPine2BR,1.5BA$1.23
The Edge at Noda Apartments and TownhomesEdge Townhomes- 2x1.5 Upgraded- Call for Avai2BR,1.5BA$1.79
Derita Woods Apartments2 bed, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.62
Uptown GardensA21BR,1BA$1.56
Cedar Greene ApartmentsCedar Greene1BR,1BA$1.36
Oaklawn WestGarden2BR,1BA$1.40
Edgeline Flats on DavidsonMonorail1BR,1BA$1.66

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Frequently Asked Questions about Druid Hills South

What type of rentals are currently available in Druid Hills South?

There are currently 236 Apartments for Rent in Druid Hills South, NC with pricing that ranges from $645 to $10,427. There are also 207 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Druid Hills South ranging from $700 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Druid Hills South?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Druid Hills South ranges from $700 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,244.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Druid Hills South?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Druid Hills South range from $845 to $10,427, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,790 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,550.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC

Written by: Carrie Catalano

I'm Carrie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charlotte, North Carolina. I moved to the Triangle area of North Carolina in the summer of 2024 and have been exploring the state since.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.