Cheap Apartments for Rent in the First Ward Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $300 (65 Rentals)

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property at 1418 Park Dr

$1,080

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1418 Park Dr

CharlotteNC28204
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415 Flats
$1,195 - $1,315
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$1,195 - $1,315
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415 Flats

415 W 10th StCharlotte, NC 28202
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J Optimist Park
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$1,230 - $2,230
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J Optimist Park

1130 N College StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Alton Optimist Park
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$1,297 - $5,172
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Alton Optimist Park

1009 N Caldwell StCharlotte, NC 28206
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The Reed
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$1,436 - $5,931
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The Reed

401 S Graham StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Trella Uptown
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$1,536 - $3,582
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Trella Uptown

426 N Tryon StCharlotte, NC 28202
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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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property at 1314 N McDowell St

$1,025

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1314 N McDowell St

CharlotteNC28205

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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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Seigle Point Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Seigle Point Apartments

110 Winding Path LnCharlotte, NC 28204
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property at 715 N Church St

$1,100

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715 N Church St, Unit 607

715 N Church St
CharlotteNC28202
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$1,100 - $1,750

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715 N Church St

CharlotteNC28202
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MAA Uptown
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

MAA Uptown

305-535 N Graham StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Alpha Mill
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alpha Mill

220 Alpha Mill LnCharlotte, NC 28206
property at 1121 Myrtle Ave

$1,219 - $1,975

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1121 Myrtle Ave

CharlotteNC28203
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Cedar Oaks
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Oaks

801 Cates StCharlotte, NC 28202

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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
415 Flats1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,195
Alpha Mill0X1-S1Studio,1BA$1,214
Uptown GardensA21BR,1BA$1,250
JoineryS2Studio,1BA$1,250
Alton Optimist ParkS1Studio,1BA$1,297
Cadence Music FactoryA121BR,1BA$1,311
Midtown 205S2Studio,1BA$1,354

Best Value Apartments for Rent in First Ward, NC

As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the First Ward area is the $1.77 price per square foot 3 Beds, 3.5 Baths Model at East End Flats in the in the First Ward neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value First Ward apartment is the D1 Model at The Kensington starting at $2,008 with a $1.50 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$1.77
The KensingtonD14BR,2BA$1.50
Millhouse3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.64
MAA Enclave11CL1BR,1BA$1.69
Overton RowB22BR,2BA$1.69
Alister UptownS10D RenovatedStudio ,1BA$1.78
Uptown GardensA21BR,1BA$1.61
Edgeline Flats on DavidsonMonorail1BR,1BA$1.53
Elevate Tryon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.41
415 Flats1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.78

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
First Ward, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #45

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

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4.0
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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 The Kensington and starts from $1,757.

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