
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Creek Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $900 (8 Rentals)
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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 | $1,520 | $1,418 | $1,707 |
| Highland Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,580 | $1,181 | $2,283 |
| Highland Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,982 | $1,399 | $2,839 |
| Highland Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,345 | $1,914 | $4,086 |
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There are currently 8 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 Alta Croft priced from $1,235. Avalon Highland Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Highland Creek apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Croft | Paisley | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| Avalon Highland Creek | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Highland Ridge Apartments | Cameron | 1BR,1BA | $1,360 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Creek, NC
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland Creek area is the $1.59 price per square foot B1 Model at Cascadia at Highland Creek in the in the Highland Creek neighborhood starting from $2,553. The second greatest value Highland Creek apartment is the Hanover Model at Abode at Parkside starting at $2,214 with a $1.41 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascadia at Highland Creek | B1 | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.59 |
| Abode at Parkside | Hanover | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.41 |
| Redwood Charlotte Ridge Road | Meadowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Bainbridge Mallard Creek | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Pointe at Prosperity Village Apartments | CHARLTON | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| The Maxwell at Highland Creek | A7 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.67 |
| Avalon Highland Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Alta Croft | Paisley Bay | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Highland Ridge Apartments | Cameron | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Ascent at Mallard Creek Apartments | A1 - Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highland Creek Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Highland Creek?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Highland Creek is under $1,475.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highland Creek?
The cheapest apartment in Highland Creek is Alta Croft which is listed at $1,235, while the average apartment in Highland Creek costs $2,295.
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 19 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 $225 which is $2,070 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Highland Creek.
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