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property at 2740 Grimes St

2740 Grimes St

CharlotteNC28206
property at 416 Simeon Dr

416 Simeon Dr

CharlotteNC28208

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215 S Gardner Ave

CharlotteNC28208
property at 215 S Gardner Ave

215 S Gardner Ave

CharlotteNC28208

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North Charlotte, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Charlotte Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Charlotte area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Walden Station priced from $720. Cedar Greene Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable North Charlotte apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Walden Station3 Bedroom 3 Bath Unit A1BR,1BA$720
Cedar Greene ApartmentsClassic Garden1BR,1BA$899
The Grayson Apartment HomesThe Birkdale (A1)1BR,1BA$915
Terrace View1BD/1BA White Cabient (Silver Unit)1BR,1BA$925
Commons at University SquareA11BR,1BA$949
Brightside ApartmentsOne Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$963
TOWNES AT UNIVERSITYMadison1BR,1BA$970
Vivo Living Charlotte UniversityStudioStudio,1BA$974
Sharon PinesOne Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$980
Links at CitisideThe Fairway1BR,1BA$982

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Charlotte, NC

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Charlotte area is the $1.04 price per square foot Nolan Model at Smith Farms in the in the Highland Creek neighborhood starting from $2,270. The second greatest value North Charlotte apartment is the 4BR/2.0BA Model at Thompson Place Apartments starting at $1,695 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Biddleville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Charlotte apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Smith FarmsNolan4BR,3.5BA$1.04
Thompson Place Apartments4BR/2.0BA4BR,2BA$1.27
Infinity260Two Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.29
Magnolia Terrace3A3BR,2BA$1.28
Northlake Center Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.22
MAA University Lake22B2BR,2BA$1.28
Elevate Tryon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.10
Ashley Court ApartmentsAshley (A1)1BR,1.5BA$1.27
West Downs ApartmentsPine2BR,1.5BA$1.23
Junction 492BR/2BA - B42BR,2BA$1.29

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Charlotte

What type of rentals are currently available in North Charlotte?

There are currently 541 Apartments for Rent in North Charlotte, NC with pricing that ranges from $545 to $10,427. There are also 943 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Charlotte ranging from $600 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North Charlotte?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Charlotte ranges from $600 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,186.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in North Charlotte?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Charlotte range from $845 to $10,427, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,599 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $775.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Written by: Carrie Catalano

I'm Carrie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charlotte, North Carolina. I moved to the Triangle area of North Carolina in the summer of 2024 and have been exploring the state since.

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