
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Creek Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $900 (29 Rentals)
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Avalon Highland Creek

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The Wrenley

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Lantower Garrison Park

Bainbridge Mallard Creek

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8526 Appledale Dr

12524 Old Timber Rd
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12736 Livengood Ln

8829 Arbor Creek Dr

4962 Kotlik Dr

8606 Beaver Creek Dr

4980 Kotlik Dr

4613 Forestridge Commons Dr
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2807 Forest Grove Ct

14104 Bernardy Ln

4606 Kingsland Ct

4708 Pepperstone Ln

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Highland Creek, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highland Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Creek Studio Apartments | $1,580 | $1,323 | $2,264 |
| Highland Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,626 | $1,222 | $3,166 |
| Highland Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,020 | $1,328 | $4,180 |
| Highland Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,388 | $1,699 | $4,450 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highland Creek Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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Cheapest Available Highland Creek Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highland Creek area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Maxwell at Highland Creek priced from $1,222. Highland Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,282. Here are the most affordable Highland Creek apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Maxwell at Highland Creek | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,222 |
| Highland Ridge Apartments | Bayshore | 1BR,1BA | $1,282 |
| Pointe at Prosperity Village Apartments | KINGSBURY | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Ascent at Mallard Creek Apartments | A1 - Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1,339 |
| Alta Croft | Paisley | 1BR,1BA | $1,362 |
| Lantower Garrison Park | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,369 |
| Taylor Farms | Bellflower | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Tapestry Beard Road | Stately | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Bainbridge Mallard Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Wrenley | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,548 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Creek, NC
As of June 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland Creek area is the $1.64 price per square foot Windsor Model at Abode at Parkside in the in the Highland Creek neighborhood starting from $2,629. The second greatest value Highland Creek apartment is the Haydenwood Model at Redwood Charlotte Ridge Road starting at $2,079 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Highland Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abode at Parkside | Windsor | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.64 |
| Redwood Charlotte Ridge Road | Haydenwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Avalon Highland Creek | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Bainbridge Mallard Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Pointe at Prosperity Village Apartments | KINGSBURY | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Alta Croft | Paisley | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Ascent at Mallard Creek Apartments | A1 - Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Taylor Farms | Bellflower | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Highland Ridge Apartments | Bayshore | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| The Maxwell at Highland Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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Best Local Schools in Highland Creek, Charlotte, NC
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highland Creek Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highland Creek?
The cheapest apartment in Highland Creek is The Maxwell at Highland Creek which is listed at $1,222, while the average apartment in Highland Creek costs $2,312.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Highland Creek?
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 16 regular apartments in Highland Creek 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 Highland Creek?
Cheap apartments in Highland Creek have an average cost of $195 which is $2,117 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Highland Creek.
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