
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Idlewild South Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $899 (37 Rentals)


Copper Creek

5315 Greenbrook Dr

The Pines

The Tatum Apartments

Amber Lake Apartment Homes

Park 2300

Devonwood Apartment Homes

Parkhaven Apartments
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Safire at Matthews

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Forester

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Idlewild South, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Idlewild South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idlewild South Studio Apartments | $960 | $789 | $1,385 |
Idlewild South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,273 | $899 | $3,024 |
| Idlewild South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,589 | $1,092 | $3,419 |
| Idlewild South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,019 | $1,466 | $4,243 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleIdlewild South, Charlotte, NC
Ranked #120
Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Idlewild South, Charlotte, NC
Piney Grove Elementary
East Mecklenburg High
Albemarle Road Middle
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Getting Around the Idlewild South Neighborhood in Charlotte, NC
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
32 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Idlewild South Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Idlewild South?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Idlewild South is under $1,015.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Idlewild South?
The cheapest apartment in Idlewild South is Copper Creek which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Idlewild South costs $1,792.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Idlewild South?
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 1 regular apartments in Idlewild South 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 South?
Cheap apartments in Idlewild South have an average cost of $110 which is $1,682 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Idlewild South.
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