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How much does it cost to rent a home in Charlotte?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,797 | $885 | $6,500 |
| Charlotte 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,225 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Charlotte 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,582 | $540 | $10,000+ |
| Charlotte 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,938 | $1,200 | $7,500 |
| Charlotte 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,394 | $1,250 | $9,000 |
| Charlotte 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,000 | $9,000 | $9,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Charlotte, NC
Pricing Updated: 04/13/2026Current apartment rentals in the Charlotte, NC area range in price from $446 to $25,729 with an overall median price of $5,608. The three Charlotte neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Council Oaks at $700, Tina Village at $700, and Crowders View at $850. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Charlotte Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Council Oaks | $1,340 | $700 | 20 |
| Tina Village | $1,340 | $700 | 20 |
| Crowders View | $1,375 | $850 | 35 |
| Kingswood | $1,475 | $700 | 20 |
| Woodhaven | $1,475 | $700 | 20 |
| Newtowne Estates | $1,500 | $700 | 49 |
| Back Creek Downs | $1,512 | $540 | 138 |
| Lakeview Acres | $1,525 | $700 | 29 |
| Brookdale | $1,530 | $880 | 61 |
| Fawnbrook | $1,550 | $850 | 21 |
Cheapest Available Charlotte Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at Union at Tryon in the Mineral Springs neighborhood priced from $498. Pleasant View Apartments in the Hickory Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $599. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charlotte apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union at Tryon | Studio, 1 Bath, 521 Sq. Ft. | Studio,1BA | $498 |
| Pleasant View Apartments | The Waverly | 2BR,1BA | $599 |
| The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments | Enderly | 1BR,1BA | $801 |
| Archdale Senior | A2.1-ADA-80% | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Andover Woods | The Ansley | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Kelston | 11 | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
| The Flats at Arrowood | A1 | Studio,1BA | $859 |
| Vivo Living Charlotte University | STDO - Classic Studio | Studio,1BA | $879 |
| Wexford Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $880 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, NC
As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Charlotte area is the $0.98 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Spire Apartments in the in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood starting from $1,579. The second greatest value Charlotte apartment is the Olympic Model at Halton Park starting at $1,567 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Charlotte apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spire Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Halton Park | Olympic | 3BR,3BA | $1.08 |
| Rise Sunridge | A1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Peachtree Place Apartments | The Treetop | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| 9523 University Terrace Dr, Unit Apt M University terrace | 9523 University Terrace Dr | 4BR,2BA | $0.50 |
| Yugo Charlotte College Downs | 2 Bed, 2 Bath Standard | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| Pleasant View Apartments | The Claymont | 3BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| The Flats at 2109 (Ashley Flats) | B1 TYPE A-T ADA 60% TU | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Latitude 49 | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments | Enderly | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Charlotte?
There are currently 1718 Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, NC with pricing that ranges from $498 to $21,951. There are also 2638 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Charlotte ranging from $499 to $12,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Charlotte?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Charlotte ranges from $499 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,208.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Charlotte?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Charlotte range from $725 to $16,589, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $11,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $540 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $540.
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