
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Idlewild South Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $600 (52 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Idlewild South area of Charlotte.


4832 Holbrook Dr

Copper Creek

5315 Greenbrook Dr

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The Tatum Apartments

The Pines

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Creekside Canopy

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Forester

Safire at Matthews

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Forest At Chasewood

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Park 2300

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Stoney Trace

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Woodland Estates

59Twenty @ Monroe

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The Apartments at Sailboat Bay

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Stillwater

8155 Cedar Glen Dr

Albemarle Landing

Creekridge on the Park

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4045 Grommet Ct

4045 Grommet Ct

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Residences at West Mint

4045 Grommet Ct
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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 | $1,468 | $1,453 | $1,483 |
| Idlewild South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $899 | $3,281 |
| Idlewild South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,786 | $930 | $5,293 |
| Idlewild South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,037 | $1,335 | $4,913 |
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There are currently 52 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Idlewild South Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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Cheapest Available Idlewild South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Idlewild South area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Forest At Chasewood priced from $885. Copper Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Idlewild South apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest At Chasewood | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Copper Creek | The Ash | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Tatum Apartments | A1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| Creekside Canopy | 1.1 D - Creekside | 1BR,1BA | $917 |
| Safire at Matthews | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Residences at West Mint | Becton | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
| Edition Apartment Homes | 1x1 Standard- Call for Availability | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Waterford Creek Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Parkhaven Apartments | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Park 2300 | Albemarle | 1BR,1BA | $1,013 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Idlewild South, NC
As of March 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Idlewild South area is the $1.33 price per square foot Dogwood Upgraded - Call For Availability Model at Crown Point Townhomes in the in the Lansdowne neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Idlewild South apartment is the Three Bedroom - 3B Model at Creekridge on the Park starting at $1,611 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Lansdowne neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Idlewild South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Crown Point Townhomes | Dogwood Upgraded - Call For Availability | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.33 |
| Creekridge on the Park | Three Bedroom - 3B | 3BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| The Apartments at Sailboat Bay | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Woodland Estates | GLENWOOD | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| The Pines | The Monroe-Newly Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Matthews Place | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Waterford Creek Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Arcadian Village Apartment Homes | 1.1 Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| The Tatum Apartments | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Stoney Trace | Addison (A1) | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
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Best Local Schools in Idlewild South, Charlotte, NC
Piney Grove Elementary
East Mecklenburg High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Idlewild South Apartments
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 $1,730.
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 21 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 $273 which is $1,457 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Idlewild South.
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