
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lakewood Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $595 (111 Rentals)
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Seversville Apartments

Room in House on Cricketeer Dr

3400 Cricketeer Dr

The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments

Terrace View

312 Hoskins Mill Ln

Room in Townhome on Judson Ave

234 Hoskins Mill Ln

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The Flats at Marlowe

2204 Catherine Simmons Ave

4503 Lochleven St

2660 Roslyn Ave

Thompson Place Townhomes

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The Villages at Enderly

3426 Bonaire Dr

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2301 Augusta St

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Evoke Living at Morris Field

Wesley Village

Flatiron West Trade

ARIUM FreeMoreWest

1122 Marble St

1114 Marble St

1102 Marble St
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1116 Marble St

Evoke Living at Westerly Hills Apartments

1110 Marble St

1900 Lasalle St

1124 Marble St

1108 Marble St

1106 Marble St

Gateway West

Allora Ashley Park

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2300 Augusta St, Unit B

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425 Grandin Rd, Unit 3

302 Jones St

1118 Marble St

300 Jones St

3811 Alabama Ave, Unit 1

630 Calvert St, Unit #207

630 Calvert St, Unit 207

2603 Dundeen 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 | $1,523 | $925 | $2,719 |
| Lakewood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,716 | $670 | $5,708 |
| Lakewood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,162 | $770 | $4,967 |
| Lakewood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,939 | $870 | $9,697 |
| Lakewood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,595 | $1,580 | $3,930 |
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There are currently 111 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. Terrace View Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. 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 |
| Terrace View Senior Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Lynnwood Garden Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Flats at Marlowe | 1x1 with Den Classic | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Thompson Place Townhomes | Cozy One Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Villages at Enderly | THE MAGNOLIA - One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Nova Ridge Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,034 |
| Link Apartments® CYKEL | S1-A | Studio,1BA | $1,059 |
| Birch Townhomes | 2x1 Flat Standard-Call for Availability | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Oaklawn West | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakewood, NC
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakewood area is the $1.44 price per square foot Phoenix Model at Townes at Five Points in the in the Biddleville neighborhood starting from $2,275. The second greatest value Lakewood apartment is the Tate Model at Abode at Greenway starting at $2,425 with a $1.55 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townes at Five Points | Phoenix | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.44 |
| Abode at Greenway | Tate | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.55 |
| Evoke Living at Morris Field | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Flatiron West Trade | Maple | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Birch Townhomes | 3x2 Flat B--Call for Availability | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Lynnwood Garden Apartments | 3 bed, 1.5 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Oaklawn West | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments | Enderly | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 708 Summit | A3A One Bedroom / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| The Flats at Marlowe | 2x1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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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 Link Apartments® CYKEL listed at $1,059.
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 Lynnwood Garden Apartments and starts from $1,150.
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