Apartments for Rent with Specials in the First Ward Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC (39 Rentals)

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Apartments in the First Ward area of Charlotte with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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Uptown 550
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$1,646 - $5,412Special Offer
Specials Receive Up to a $3,000 Gift Card on Select Units!
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Uptown 550

550 E Brooklyn Village AveCharlotte, NC 28202
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J Optimist Park
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$1,146 - $2,266
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$1,106 - $2,226
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J Optimist Park

1130 N College StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Trella Uptown
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$1,373 - $3,328
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$1,260 - $3,215
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Trella Uptown

426 N Tryon StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Broadstone Craft
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$1,229 - $2,684
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$1,199 - $2,654
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Broadstone Craft

1015 N Alexander StCharlotte, NC 28206
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The Ellis
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$1,272 - $5,437Special Offer
2 Months Free Up to 2 Months Free on Select Homes! *Conditions may apply.
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The Ellis

512 N College StCharlotte, NC 28202
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The Lofts at Hawthorne Mill
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$1,525 - $2,055Special Offer
Specials Sign a lease starting now through 3/17/26 and we’ll waive your $250 Admin Fee PLUS gift you a digital calendar valued at $200!
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The Lofts at Hawthorne Mill

1101 Hawthorne LnCharlotte, NC 28205
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Enclave at Radius Dilworth
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$1,401 - $3,393
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$1,249 - $3,241
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Enclave at Radius Dilworth

515 Royal CourtCharlotte, NC 28202
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Alton Mill District
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$1,231 - $4,567Special Offer
Specials Lease Today and Get 8 Weeks FREE (2 Weeks Free per Month for 4 Months) + Receive a $1000 Gift Card! Offer Valid on All Floor Plans.
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Alton Mill District

1001 N Brevard StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Hanover Dilworth
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$1,950 - $11,855Special Offer
Specials PLEASE NOTE: ; Actual monthly rental payments may vary and will be as described in the lease contract. Ask Leasing Agent for detail
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Hanover Dilworth

711 E Morehead StCharlotte, NC 28203
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Overlook at Radius Dilworth
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$1,654 - $10,788
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$1,502 - $10,636
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Overlook at Radius Dilworth

615 East Morehead StCharlotte, NC 28202
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The Blake Optimist Park
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$1,359 - $2,957
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$1,245 - $2,843
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The Blake Optimist Park

2010 N Brevard StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Joinery
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$1,094 - $4,094
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$939 - $3,939
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Joinery

1816 N Brevard StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Alton Optimist Park
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$1,347 - $4,445Special Offer
2 Months Free Lease Today and Receive 8 Weeks Free! 2 Weeks Free per Month for 4 Months. 14-Month Lease or Greater Required.  Please contact
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Alton Optimist Park

1009 N Caldwell StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Alta Purl
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$1,409 - $6,016
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$1,361 - $5,968
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Alta Purl

1018 N Caldwell StCharlotte, NC 28206
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1100 South
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$1,327 - $2,648
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$1,305 - $2,626
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1100 South

1100 South BlvdCharlotte, NC 28203
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Cedar Flats
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$1,255 - $2,938
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$1,095 - $2,778
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Cedar Flats

225-245 N Cedar StCharlotte, NC 28202
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MAA Enclave
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$1,723 - $4,433Special Offer
Specials Lease Now, monthly rent has been reduced -$100! Certain exclusions may apply.
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MAA Enclave

710 E 7th StCharlotte, NC 28202
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The Mint 425
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$1,486 - $2,740
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$1,417 - $2,671
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The Mint 425

425 W Trade StCharlotte, NC 28202
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The Ascher
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$1,142 - $4,985
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$1,078 - $4,921
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The Ascher

640 N Church StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Bell Uptown Charlotte
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$1,314 - $4,225Special Offer
Specials Limited-Time: Up to 8 Weeks Free + $1,000 Move-In Credit Move-in by March 24th, 2026 and Receive: 8 Weeks Free on Studio's 6 Weeks
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Bell Uptown Charlotte

355 W Martin Luther King BlvdCharlotte, NC 28202
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Cadence Music Factory
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$1,391 - $2,626
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$1,250 - $2,485
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Cadence Music Factory

606 NC Music Factory BlvdCharlotte, NC 28206
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Savoy NC
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$1,373 - $3,507
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$1,331 - $3,465
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Savoy NC

650 E Brooklyn Village AveCharlotte, NC 28202
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Ascent Uptown
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$1,447 - $4,366
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$1,411 - $4,330
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Ascent Uptown

225 S Poplar StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Circa Uptown
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$1,427 - $2,853
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$1,378 - $2,804
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Circa Uptown

360 S Graham StCharlotte, NC 28202
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The Gibson
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$1,431 - $5,347
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$1,359 - $5,275
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The Gibson

1000 Central AveCharlotte, NC 28204
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Alister Uptown
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$1,195 - $2,898Special Offer
Specials Enjoy up to 2 months of rent free living when you move in by 4/15/26! PLUS, enjoy a waived admin fee and an additional $500 when yo
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Alister Uptown

810 E 7th StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Uptown Gardens
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$1,384 - $1,805Special Offer
Specials New Reduced Rents PLUS App and Admin fees credited back at move in - Call Today for Details!
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Uptown Gardens

517 W 8th StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Midtown 205
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$1,331 - $3,860
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$1,207 - $3,736
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Midtown 205

205 S Kings DrCharlotte, NC 28204
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Elizabeth Square Apartments
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$1,623 - $6,344
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$1,523 - $6,244
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Elizabeth Square Apartments

730 Hawthorne LnCharlotte, NC 28204
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Presley Uptown
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$1,358 - $3,536
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$1,232 - $3,410
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Presley Uptown

900 E Brooklyn Village AveCharlotte, NC 28204
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The Langston
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$1,425 - $2,335Special Offer
Specials Up to 10 Weeks Free on Select Apartments- Don't Wait, Apply Today! *Terms apply.
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The Langston

1925 E 7th StCharlotte, NC 28204
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The Francis
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$1,324 - $6,101Special Offer
2 Months Free Enjoy up to 8 WEEKS FREE on select units! *Please contact the leasing office for details.
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The Francis

400 E Brooklyn Village AveCharlotte, NC 28202
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First Ward, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Top Charlotte Apartments in the First Ward Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 03-15-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top First Ward, NC apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Bell Uptown Charlotte

Limited-Time: Up to 8 Weeks Free + $1,000 Move-In Credit Move-in by March 24th, 2026 and Receive: 8 Weeks Free on Studio's 6 Weeks Free on 2-Bedrooms Look and Lease within 48 hours = Receive an additional $1,000.00 Move-In Credit! *Limited time only! Restrictions & limitations apply. Offer valid on new, 12-month or longer lease terms.Expires 03-15-2026

Uptown Gardens

New Reduced Rents PLUS App and Admin fees credited back at move in - Call Today for Details!Expires 03-15-2026

Overlook at Radius Dilworth

Rise Above Your Radius - OVERLOOK AT RADIUS DILWORTH now offering EIGHT WEEKS FREE!! *Restrictions apply, contact the office for details.Expires 03-15-2026

Museum Tower

Receive One Month Free!Expires 03-15-2026

Crest Gateway

Spring into Savings & receive six weeks free at Crest Gateway!Expires 03-15-2026

Savoy NC

Up to 8 Weeks Free Base Rent- *Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded.*Expires 03-15-2026

The VUE Charlotte On 5th

Receive Up to a $1,000 Gift Card on Select Units!Expires 03-15-2026

Elizabeth Square Apartments

$99 Look and Lease Special! Other costs and fees excluded. *Restrictions Apply; Limited Time OnlyExpires 03-15-2026

Alton Optimist Park

Lease Today and Receive 8 Weeks Free! 2 Weeks Free per Month for 4 Months. 14-Month Lease or Greater Required.  Please contact the leasing office for more information. *Applies to New Applicants Only. Restrictions may apply.Expires 03-15-2026

The Gibson

Lease By 03/06 & Receive Waived $250 Admin Fee & $750 E-Gift Card! Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded. Some restrictions apply. See leasing professional for details.Expires 03-15-2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in First Ward, NC

Specials updated: 03-15-2026

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in First Ward, NC. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Varick on 7th

TWO MONTHS FREE RENTExpires 05-31-2026

Hanover Dilworth

PLEASE NOTE: ; Actual monthly rental payments may vary and will be as described in the lease contract. Ask Leasing Agent for details. $1,000 OFF! ; With a 12+ month Lease, you can receive Additional $1,000 OFF if apply by Sunday 03/15/2026. Rent credit to be given in accordance with the Lease Contract. 8 WEEKS FREE! ; With a 12+ month Lease, you can receive 8 weeks FREE. Rent credit to be given in accordance with the Lease Contract.Expires 03-16-2026

MAA Plaza Midwood

Lease now for 8 weeks free! Certain exclusions may apply.Expires 03-16-2026

MAA Enclave

Lease Now, monthly rent has been reduced -$100! Certain exclusions may apply.Expires 03-16-2026

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials First Ward Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in First Ward?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in First Ward is at Joinery listed at $1,094.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials First Ward Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in First Ward is $2,826.

What is the largest Rent Specials First Ward Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in First Ward is a 3,218 square feet unit starting from $1,503 at The VUE Charlotte On 5th.

What is the average size for First Ward Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in First Ward is currently at 592 sq ft.

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