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902 W 4th St

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Autumn Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Place

321 N Davidson StCharlotte, NC 28202
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First Ward Place
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

First Ward Place

550 E 8th StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Stewart Stream
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stewart Stream

3425 Kentucky AveCharlotte, NC 28216

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Oaklawn, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oaklawn Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oaklawn area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments priced from $771. Coronet Way Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $929. Here are the most affordable Oaklawn apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Mezzanine at Freedom ApartmentsEnderly1BR,1BA$771
Coronet Way LoftsS1 Studio / One BathStudio,1BA$929
JoineryS2Studio,1BA$994
Nu Wesley EastTHE EASTON - One Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$995
KinshipCL11BR,1BA$999
Link Apartments® CYKELS1Studio,1BA$999
Thompson Place Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,000
MAA GatewayStudio 0x1 324-882 SFStudio,1BA$1,015
708 SummitS2B Studio / One BathStudio,1BA$1,050
Nu WesleyTHE MAGNOLIA - One Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oaklawn, NC

As of November 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oaklawn area is the $1.54 price per square foot Asher Model at Abode at Greenway in the in the Biddleville neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Oaklawn apartment is the The Glenwood Model at Enderly Towns starting at $2,195 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Biddleville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oaklawn apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Abode at GreenwayAsher3BR,3.5BA$1.54
Enderly TownsThe Glenwood2BR,3.5BA$1.28
Crest Gateway2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.44
Birch Townhomes3x2 Flat B--Call for Availability3BR,2BA$1.42
Oaklawn West2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.27
The Mezzanine at Freedom ApartmentsEnderly1BR,1BA$0.93
MAA GatewayTraditional 1x1 702-808 SF1BR,1BA$1.62
Nu Wesley EastTHE ELMWOOD - Two Bedroom 1 Bathoom2BR,1BA$1.44
ARIUM FreeMoreWestA3-Parkmont1BR,1BA$1.59
Elevate Tryon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.56

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Oaklawn, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #35

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across North Carolina including Oaklawn, Charlotte, and the greater Charlotte area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Oaklawn Neighborhood in Charlotte, NC

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

46 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oaklawn Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oaklawn?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oaklawn is at Coronet Way Lofts listed at $929.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oaklawn Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oaklawn Apartment is $771 at The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oaklawn Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oaklawn is starting from $910 at The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments.

What is the most affordable Oaklawn Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Oaklawn Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Birch Townhomes and starts from $1,250.

Expert Rental Resources

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