
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lakewood Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $500 (101 Rentals)
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Seversville Apartments

2217 Custer St, Unit 1

Room in House on Cricketeer Dr

2217 Custer St, Unit 1

The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments

3400 Cricketeer Dr

308 Hoskins Mill Ln

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The Flats at Marlowe

MAA Gateway

The Villages at Enderly

2660 Roslyn Ave

Link Apartments® CYKEL

513 Honeywood Ave

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Room in House on Dubois Court

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Nova Ridge Apartments
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Evoke Living at Westerly Hills Apartments

2220 Custer St

West Downs Apartments

321 S Gardner Ave

321 S Gardner Ave, Unit 2

Evoke Living at Morris Field

Flatiron West Trade

2021 Lasalle St

ARIUM FreeMoreWest
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1124 Marble St

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1106 Marble St

1102 Marble St

1118 Marble St

Arlo

Wesley Village

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Asbury Flats

Oaklawn West

Thompson Place Apartments

604 Robertson Ave

1308 Camp Greene St

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425 Grandin Rd, Unit 3, Unit 3

1932 Holly St

500 West Trade

302 Jones St
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Lakewood, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakewood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakewood Studio Apartments | $1,488 | $940 | $2,219 |
| Lakewood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,812 | $235 | $5,714 |
| Lakewood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,316 | $770 | $7,158 |
| Lakewood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,791 | $870 | $9,447 |
| Lakewood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,921 | $1,495 | $2,177 |
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There are currently 101 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lakewood Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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Cheapest Available Lakewood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lakewood area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments priced from $801. Coronet Way Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $964. Here are the most affordable Lakewood apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments | Enderly | 1BR,1BA | $801 |
| Coronet Way Lofts | S1 Studio / One Bath | Studio,1BA | $964 |
| MAA Uptown | Studio 0x1 509-566 SF | Studio,1BA | $965 |
| The Flats at Marlowe | One Bedroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| The Villages at Enderly | THE MAGNOLIA - One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| 708 Summit | S2A Studio / One Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,049 |
| Birch Townhomes | 2x1 Flat Standard-Call for Availability | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Nova Ridge Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,084 |
| West Downs Apartments | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,096 |
| Evoke Living at Morris Field | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakewood, NC
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakewood area is the $1.28 price per square foot The Alexander Model at Enderly Towns - Townhomes for Rent in Charlotte, NC - Enderly Neighborhood in the in the Biddleville neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Lakewood apartment is the Phoenix Model at Townes at Five Points starting at $2,200 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Biddleville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakewood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enderly Towns - Townhomes for Rent in Charlotte, NC - Enderly Neighborhood | The Alexander | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.28 |
| Townes at Five Points | Phoenix | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.39 |
| The Kensington | D1 | 4BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Thompson Place Apartments | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Flatiron West Trade | Cypress | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Evoke Living at Westerly Hills Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Birch Townhomes | 3x2 Flat B--Call for Availability | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Key Street Townhomes | Fully Renovated - 2 BR | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.39 |
| Evoke Living at Morris Field | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments | Enderly | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakewood Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lakewood?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lakewood is at Coronet Way Lofts listed at $964.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakewood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakewood Apartment is $801 at The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lakewood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lakewood is starting from $940 at The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments.
What is the most affordable Lakewood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lakewood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Birch Townhomes and starts from $1,225.
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