Cheap Apartments for Rent in the First Ward Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $300 (57 Rentals)

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J Optimist Park
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$1,196 - $2,215
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J Optimist Park

1130 N College StCharlotte, NC 28206
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415 Flats
$1,199 - $1,395
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415 Flats

415 W 10th StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Alton Optimist Park
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$1,291 - $5,205
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Alton Optimist Park

1009 N Caldwell StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Trella Uptown
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$1,412 - $3,477
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Trella Uptown

426 N Tryon StCharlotte, NC 28202
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The Crown of Queen City
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$1,491 - $4,274
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The Crown of Queen City

101 W Morehead StCharlotte, NC 28202
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property at 525 N Graham St

$1,500

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 15

525 N Graham St, Unit 1F

525 N Graham St
CharlotteNC28202

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Hanover Dilworth
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$1,687 - $9,738
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Hanover Dilworth

711 E Morehead StCharlotte, NC 28203
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Autumn Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Place

321 N Davidson StCharlotte, NC 28202
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940 Brevard
1 Bedroom Apartments

940 Brevard

940 N Brevard StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Vistas @ 707
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vistas @ 707

707 Seigle AveCharlotte, NC 28204
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Charlottetown Terrace
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Charlottetown Terrace

1000 Baxter StCharlotte, NC 28204
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Elizabeth Park
1 Bedroom Apartments

Elizabeth Park

1721 E 7th StCharlotte, NC 28204
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Louise Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Louise Manor

701 Louise AveCharlotte, NC 28204
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First Ward Place
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

First Ward Place

550 E 8th StCharlotte, NC 28202
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$1,080

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1412 Park Dr

CharlotteNC28204
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Seigle Point Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Seigle Point Apartments

110 Winding Path LnCharlotte, NC 28204
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Dunloe Charlotte
1 Bedroom Apartments

Dunloe Charlotte

121 Sylvania AveCharlotte, NC 28206
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Alpha Mill
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alpha Mill

220 Alpha Mill LnCharlotte, NC 28206
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MAA Uptown
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

MAA Uptown

305-535 N Graham StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Cedar Oaks
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Oaks

801 Cates StCharlotte, NC 28202
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The Langston
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Langston

1925 E 7th StCharlotte, NC 28204
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property at 1121 Myrtle Ave

$1,299 - $1,975

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1121 Myrtle Ave

CharlotteNC28203

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First Ward, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available First Ward Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the First Ward area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Elevate Tryon priced from $989. 300 Optimist Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,115. Here are the most affordable First Ward apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elevate Tryon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$989
300 Optimist ParkStudio - 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,115
Edgeline Flats on DavidsonMonorail1BR,1BA$1,125
Overton RowS7Studio,1BA$1,190
Dunloe CharlotteA1 - 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,199
415 Flats1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,199
Midtown 205S3Studio,1BA$1,205
JoineryS2Studio,1BA$1,209
MAA UptownStudio 0x1 509-566 SFStudio,1BA$1,220
Alister UptownS07 RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,223

Best Value Apartments for Rent in First Ward, NC

As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the First Ward area is the $1.61 price per square foot 3 Beds, 3.5 Baths Model at East End Flats in the in the First Ward neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value First Ward apartment is the D1 Model at The Kensington starting at $2,246 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Biddleville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for First Ward apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
East End Flats3 Beds, 3.5 Baths3BR,3.5BA$1.61
The KensingtonD14BR,2BA$1.68
MAA Enclave22f2BR,2BA$1.36
Millhouse3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.64
The LangstonEllington2BR,2BA$1.71
MAA GatewayStudio 0x1 861-882 SFStudio ,1BA$1.63
Edgeline Flats on DavidsonMonorail1BR,1BA$1.53
Overton RowS7Studio ,1BA$1.70
Elevate Tryon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.41
Alister UptownS07 RenovatedStudio ,1BA$1.76

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First Ward, Charlotte, NC

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Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap First Ward Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in First Ward?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in First Ward is at 300 Optimist Park listed at $1,115.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom First Ward Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom First Ward Apartment is $989 at Elevate Tryon.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom First Ward Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in First Ward is starting from $1,490 at Uptown Gardens.

What is the most affordable First Ward Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap First Ward Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Millhouse and starts from $2,025.

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