
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Governor's Square Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $1,000 (54 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Governor's Square area of Charlotte.


Selwyn Flats

Madison Southpark Apartment Homes

Southpark Commons Apartment Homes

Ashley Square at SouthPark

Inspire

3350 Heathstead Pl

MAA South Park

Hazel Southpark

6042 Heath Valley Rd
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Allure at Southpark

Strawberry Hill

345 Sharon Twp Ln

4425 Sharon Rd

The Encore SouthPark

Providence Row

721 Gov Morrison St, Unit 721 governor Morrison st

3021 Heathstead Place

Modera Liberty Row

The Colony
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5011 Sharon Rd

721 Gov Morrison St

3156 Heathstead Pl, Unit E

4220 Colony Plz Dr

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6616 Kirkstall Ct

3164 Heathstead Place

6121 Heathstone Ln
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5016 Sardis Rd

5020 Sardis Rd

3215 Heathstead Place

6100 Heathstone Ln
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4924 Sardis Rd

5925 Quail Hollow Rd

5008 Sardis Rd

3707 Colony Crossing Dr

3709 Colony Crossing Dr

3623 Colony Crossing Dr

6130 Heathstone Ln

721 Gov Morrison St

3276 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 | $1,462 | $1,299 | $1,897 |
| Governor's Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,792 | $1,157 | $4,720 |
| Governor's Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,454 | $1,139 | $10,000+ |
| Governor's Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,679 | $1,822 | $10,000+ |
| Governor's Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,984 | $8,984 | $8,984 |
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There are currently 54 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Governor's Square Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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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 2 Beds unit found at Reserve at Providence priced from $1,139. Dwell at Carmel has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. 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 | Anson (B3) | 2BR,2BA | $1,139 |
| Dwell at Carmel | 1x1 Garden Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Selwyn Flats | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,224 |
| Mezzo 1 | MS588 | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| SouthPark Morrison | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| LaVie SouthPark | POLK | 1BR,1BA | $1,316 |
| Ashley Square at SouthPark | Hydrangea | 1BR,1BA | $1,333 |
| Inspire | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Madison Southpark Apartment Homes | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1,370 |
| Cameron South Park | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Governor's Square, NC
As of December 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Governor's Square area is the $1.53 price per square foot Two Bedroom Townhome - Upgrade Model at Pinehurst On Providence in the in the Foxcroft neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Governor's Square apartment is the B2 Model at Cameron South Park starting at $1,375 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Foxcroft 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinehurst On Providence | Two Bedroom Townhome - Upgrade | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.53 |
| Cameron South Park | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Strawberry Hill | ELI | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.67 |
| Madison Southpark Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Allure at Southpark | A6 | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Southpark Commons Apartment Homes | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| LaVie SouthPark | LOFT | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Ashley Square at SouthPark | Hydrangea | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Dwell at Carmel | 1x1 Garden Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Reserve at Providence | Burke (A2) | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGovernor's Square, Charlotte, NC
Ranked #109
Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Governor's Square, Charlotte, NC
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Getting Around the Governor's Square Neighborhood in Charlotte, NC
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
36 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
24 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,375.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Governor's Square?
The cheapest apartment in Governor's Square is Dwell at Carmel which is listed at $1,150, while the average apartment in Governor's Square costs $8,984.
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 5 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 $109 which is $8,875 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Governor's Square.
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