
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lincoln Heights Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $400 (49 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
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3400 Cricketeer Dr

2660 Roslyn Ave

The Villages at Enderly

513 Honeywood Ave

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2020 Rush Wind Dr

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Birch Townhomes

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West Downs Apartments

321 S Gardner Ave

2621 Druid Hls Wy

2621 Druid Hls Wy, Unit 4

321 S Gardner Ave, Unit 2

300 Optimist Park

Pine25 North End

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The Stevenson Apartments at Brightwalk
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The Collective NoDa

4828 Cheviot Rd

2021 Lasalle St

2621 Druid Hls Wy, Unit 2

Anita Stroud Senior Complex

Gaston at North End

Stewart Stream

The Gables at Druid Hills Senior Apartments
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1032 Karendale Ave

Greenhaven Townhouses

Gables at Druid Hills II Senior Apartments

Nia Point

Dillehay Courts

2626 Lasalle St

Royal Orleans Apartments

Coronet Way Lofts

2317 Julia Ave
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Flats at 2200

2036 Renner St

2120 Rush Wind Dr
Lincoln Heights, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lincoln Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Heights Studio Apartments | $1,415 | $1,068 | $5,465 |
| Lincoln Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,621 | $235 | $4,142 |
| Lincoln Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,220 | $770 | $6,168 |
| Lincoln Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,390 | $870 | $6,480 |
| Lincoln Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,349 | $1,495 | $7,134 |
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There are currently 49 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lincoln Heights Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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Cheapest Available Lincoln Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lincoln Heights 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 Lincoln Heights 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 |
| The Villages at Enderly | THE MAGNOLIA - One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Birch Townhomes | 2x1 Flat Standard-Call for Availability | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| West Downs Apartments | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,096 |
| 300 Optimist Park | Studio - 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,115 |
| Pine25 North End | S1 - Walk-in Closet | Studio,1BA | $1,134 |
| The Alexander Apartment Homes | The Belmont | 2BR,2BA | $1,159 |
| The Stevenson Apartments at Brightwalk | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,161 |
| Nu Wesley East | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lincoln Heights, NC
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lincoln Heights 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 Lincoln Heights 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 Lincoln Heights 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 |
| Abode at Greenway | Greer | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.51 |
| Thompson Place Apartments | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Birch Townhomes | 3x2 Flat B--Call for Availability | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| The Stevenson Apartments at Brightwalk | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| The Alexander Apartment Homes | The Belmont | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Oaklawn West | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments | Enderly | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Nu Wesley East | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLincoln Heights, Charlotte, NC
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Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lincoln Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lincoln Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lincoln Heights is under $1,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lincoln Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Lincoln Heights is The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments which is listed at $801, while the average apartment in Lincoln Heights costs $25,875.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lincoln Heights?
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 9 regular apartments in Lincoln Heights 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 Lincoln Heights?
Cheap apartments in Lincoln Heights have an average cost of $221 which is $25,654 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lincoln Heights.
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