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Copper Creek
5710 Copper Creek CtCharlotte, NC 28227
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Idlewild South Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $600 (24 Rentals)
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Safire at Matthews
7900-7900 Krefeld DrCharlotte, NC 28227
5315 Greenbrook Dr
CharlotteNC28205
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The Pines
1700-1916 Charleston Place LnCharlotte, NC 28212
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Park at Ferentino
8061 Woodscape DrCharlotte, NC 28212
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Stoney Trace Apartments
4616-5105 Stoney Trace DrCharlotte, NC 28227
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6320 Woodbend DrCharlotte, NC 28212
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1710 Brian William Rd
CharlotteNC28212
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5810 Cedars E Ct
CharlotteNC28212
5804 Cedars E Ct
CharlotteNC28212
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Albemarle Landing
5800 Albemarle RdCharlotte, NC 28212
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5410 Albemarle Rd
CharlotteNC28212
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Stillwater
8242 Runaway Bay DrCharlotte, NC 28212
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Forest Hills Townhomes
5600-5603 Farm Pond LnCharlotte, NC 28212
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Creekridge on the Park
7800 Creekridge RdCharlotte, NC 28212
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Sharon Oaks Apartments
4701 Arching Oak LnCharlotte, NC 28212
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Waterford Creek Apartments
10510-10706 Waterford Creek LnCharlotte, NC 28212
4605 Coronado Dr
CharlotteNC28212
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Ashley Place Apartments
5709 Electra LnCharlotte, NC 28212
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CharlotteNC28212
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CharlotteNC28212
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2814 Summergrove Ct
MatthewsNC28105
4045 Grommet Ct
MatthewsNC28105
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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 |
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| Idlewild South Studio Apartments | $1,452 | $1,387 | $1,483 |
| Idlewild South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,347 | $850 | $4,345 |
| Idlewild South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,706 | $1,060 | $4,778 |
| Idlewild South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,113 | $1,335 | $8,430 |
| Idlewild South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,495 | $2,495 | $2,495 |
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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 The Tatum Apartments priced from $850. Creekside Canopy has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $944. Here are the most affordable Idlewild South apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Tatum Apartments | A2 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Creekside Canopy | 1.1 D - Creekside | 1BR,1BA | $944 |
| Safire at Matthews | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Edition Apartment Homes | 1x1 Standard- Call for Availability | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| The Pines | The Randolph-Newly Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $981 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Idlewild South, NC
As of June 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Idlewild South area is the $1.31 price per square foot Dogwood Upgraded - Call For Availability Model at Crown Point Townhomes in the in the Lansdowne neighborhood starting from $1,575. The second greatest value Idlewild South apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Albemarle Landing starting at $1,335 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Farm Pond 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 | $1.31 |
| Albemarle Landing | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Stillwater | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Forest Hills Townhomes | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.51 |
| Creekridge on the Park | One Bedroom - 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Waterford Creek Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Copper Creek | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Stoney Trace Apartments | Addison - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Devonwood Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Safire at Matthews | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
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Best Local Schools in Idlewild South, Charlotte, NC
Piney Grove Elementary
Charlotte-Mecklenburg School District
Public School - Grades PK-5 (555)
4 out of 10
East Mecklenburg High
Charlotte-Mecklenburg School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2409)
5 out of 10
Albemarle Road Middle
Charlotte-Mecklenburg School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (918)
5 out of 10
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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 $999.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Idlewild South?
The cheapest apartment in Idlewild South is Safire at Matthews which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in Idlewild South costs $2,495.
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 16 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 $199 which is $2,296 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Idlewild South.
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