Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Idlewild Farms Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $600 (51 Rentals)

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East Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

East Park Apartments

3509 Burner DrCharlotte, NC 28205
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Lansdale Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lansdale Crossing

4610 Central AveCharlotte, NC 28205
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Valleyview Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Valleyview Apartments

5117 Hickory Valley CtCharlotte, NC 28212
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Lawyers Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lawyers Ridge

5310 McAlpine Glen DrCharlotte, NC 28227
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Sharon Oaks Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sharon Oaks Apartments

4701 Arching Oak LnCharlotte, NC 28212
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Rise Blue Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rise Blue Ridge

7200 Wallace RdCharlotte, NC 28212
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Parkside at Hickory Grove
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside at Hickory Grove

5100 Little Greanleaf WayCharlotte, NC 28215
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Greenbryre
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Greenbryre

3541 Spanish Quarter CorCharlotte, NC 28205
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Central Pointe
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Central Pointe

4933-4947 Central AveCharlotte, NC 28205
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Darby Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Darby Terrace

4501 Central AveCharlotte, NC 28205
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Rise Stone Gate
1 Bedroom Apartments

Rise Stone Gate

950 Southwood Oaks LnCharlotte, NC 28212
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Parkwood
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkwood

7108 Wallace RdCharlotte, NC 28212
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Thorngrove
2 Bedroom Apartments

Thorngrove

5230 Firelight LnCharlotte, NC 28212
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Idlewild Farms, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Idlewild Farms Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Idlewild Farms area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Kelston priced from $843. Copper Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Idlewild Farms apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The KelstonA11BR,1BA$843
Copper CreekThe Ash1BR,1BA$899
GreenRock EstatesThe Tillery1BR,1BA$899
The Apartments at Sailboat BayStudioStudio,1BA$915
Camara EstatesThe Ivy1BR,1BA$949
SomerStone EstatesThe Sapphire1BR,1BA$959
Amber Lake Apartment HomesBirch1BR,1BA$980
Parkhaven ApartmentsWILLOW1BR,1BA$1,000
Arcadian Village1.1 Flat1BR,1BA$1,000
Creekside Canopy1 Bedroom 1 Bath Creekside1BR,1BA$1,004

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Idlewild Farms, NC

As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Idlewild Farms area is the $1.40 price per square foot The Wilora Model at Towns at Eastland in the in the Eastland neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Idlewild Farms apartment is the C2 Model at The Kelston starting at $1,784 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Eastland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Idlewild Farms apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Towns at EastlandThe Wilora3BR,3.5BA$1.40
The KelstonC23BR,2BA$1.40
Albemarle LandingThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.31
Parkwood22Z2BR,2BA$1.43
Ashby Woods1 Bedroom 1 Bath (Den Optional)1BR,1BA$1.25
The Tatum ApartmentsB1 Renovated2BR,2BA$1.29
The Avalon1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.38
SomerStone EstatesThe Onyx1BR,1BA$1.30
Camara EstatesThe Willow1BR,1BA$1.36
GreenRock EstatesThe Tillery1BR,1BA$1.38

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Idlewild Farms, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #103

Among neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Idlewild Farms, Charlotte, and the greater Charlotte area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Idlewild Farms Neighborhood in Charlotte, NC

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

41 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Idlewild Farms Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Idlewild Farms?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Idlewild Farms is under $1,004.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Idlewild Farms?

The cheapest apartment in Idlewild Farms is The Kelston which is listed at $843, while the average apartment in Idlewild Farms costs $2,490.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Idlewild Farms?

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 2 regular apartments in Idlewild Farms 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 Idlewild Farms?

Cheap apartments in Idlewild Farms have an average cost of $127 which is $2,363 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Idlewild Farms.

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