
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Governor's Square Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $900 (36 Rentals)
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Allure at Southpark

Mezzo 1

MAA South Park

392011 Sharon Rd

Ashley Square at SouthPark

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3350 Heathstead Pl

Strawberry Hill

345 Sharon Twp Ln

Providence Row

The Encore SouthPark

Modera Liberty Row

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3156 Heathstead Pl, Unit E

Crest on Providence

Dwell at Carmel

5024 Sardis Rd

Camden Foxcroft

Heathstead

Camden Fairview

2800 Heathstead Place

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524 Wakefield Dr

524 Wakefield Dr

557 Wakefield Dr

3284 Heathstead Place

2900 Heathstead Place

Park Selwyn Apartments

5001 Sharon Rd

6034 Heath Valley Rd

3282 Heathstead Place
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Governor's Square, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Governor's Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Governor's Square Studio Apartments | $1,383 | $1,099 | $2,092 |
| Governor's Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,762 | $947 | $4,898 |
| Governor's Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,482 | $1,166 | $10,000+ |
| Governor's Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,167 | $1,505 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Governor's Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Governor's Square area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Reserve at Providence priced from $947. Selwyn Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable Governor's Square apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve at Providence | Burke (A2) | 1BR,1BA | $947 |
| Selwyn Flats | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Madison Southpark Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,121 |
| Dwell at Carmel | 1X1 Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,138 |
| Cameron South Park | A1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,230 |
| Allure at Southpark | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,230 |
| SouthPark Morrison | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,260 |
| Mezzo 1 | MS569 | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| MAA South Park | Traditional 1x1 595 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| Southpark Commons Apartment Homes | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $1,396 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Governor's Square, NC
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Governor's Square area is the $1.71 price per square foot TREASURE Model at Strawberry Hill in the in the Foxcroft neighborhood starting from $3,011. The second greatest value Governor's Square apartment is the B7 Model at Hazel Southpark starting at $3,207 with a $2.11 price per square foot in the Meadows on Fairview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Governor's Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strawberry Hill | TREASURE | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.71 |
| Hazel Southpark | B7 | 2BR,3BA | $2.11 |
| Southpark Commons Apartment Homes | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Madison Southpark Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Cameron South Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Allure at Southpark | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| SouthPark Morrison | S1B | Studio ,1BA | $1.98 |
| Dwell at Carmel | 1x1 Garden Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Selwyn Flats | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.76 |
| Reserve at Providence | Alexander (A1) | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGovernor's Square, Charlotte, NC
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3.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Governor's Square Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Governor's Square?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Governor's Square is under $1,396.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Governor's Square?
The cheapest apartment in Governor's Square is Reserve at Providence which is listed at $947, while the average apartment in Governor's Square costs $3,018.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Governor's Square?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 39 regular apartments in Governor's Square that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Governor's Square?
Cheap apartments in Governor's Square have an average cost of $417 which is $2,601 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Governor's Square.
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