Apartments for Rent in the Optimist Park Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC (643 Rentals)

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Sorella NC
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$1,241 - $3,426

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Sorella NC

4101 Raleigh StCharlotte, NC 28206
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J Optimist Park
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$1,196 - $2,190

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J Optimist Park

1130 N College StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Trella Uptown
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$1,330 - $3,030

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Trella Uptown

426 N Tryon StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Broadstone Craft
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$1,229 - $2,622

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Broadstone Craft

1015 N Alexander StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Cavella Apartments
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$1,311 - $3,316

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Cavella Apartments

2222 N Tryon StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Exchange NoDa
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$1,330 - $2,041

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Base Rent$1,330 - $2,041

Total Monthly Price$1,330 - $2,041
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Exchange NoDa

4325 Raleigh StCharlotte, NC 28213
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Cullman House
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$1,298 - $4,779

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Cullman House

300 E 36th StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Hanover Dilworth
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$1,616 - $9,693

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Base Rent$1,616 - $9,693

Total Monthly Price$1,616 - $9,693
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Hanover Dilworth

711 E Morehead StCharlotte, NC 28203
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Trailside NoDa
$1,201 - $3,772

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Base Rent$1,201 - $3,772

Total Monthly Price$1,201 - $3,772
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Trailside NoDa

1030 Stitch Bend WayCharlotte, NC 28206
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Kinship
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$1,116 - $3,942

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Kinship

110 Razades WayCharlotte, NC 28206
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The Henry
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$1,271 - $4,357

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Base Rent$1,271 - $4,357

Total Monthly Price$1,271 - $4,357
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The Henry

404 W 26th StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Joinery
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$1,149 - $3,273

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Joinery

1816 N Brevard StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Pine25 North End
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$1,134 - $4,477

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Base Rent$1,134 - $4,477

Total Monthly Price$1,134 - $4,477
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Pine25 North End

340 W 25th StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Alta Purl
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$1,274 - $6,559

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Alta Purl

1018 N Caldwell StCharlotte, NC 28206
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The Reed
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$1,666 - $5,727

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The Reed

401 S Graham StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Cortland NoDa
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$1,485 - $7,860

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Base Rent$1,485 - $7,860

Total Monthly Price$1,485 - $7,860
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Cortland NoDa

1700 N Brevard StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Savoy NC
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$1,442 - $3,808

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Savoy NC

650 E Brooklyn Village AveCharlotte, NC 28202
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The Kensington
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$1,815 - $4,664

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Base Rent$1,815 - $4,664

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The Kensington

425 W 5th StCharlotte, NC 28202
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30Six NoDa
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$1,281 - $2,785

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30Six NoDa

424 E 36th StCharlotte, NC 28205
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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Optimist Park, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #11

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 compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across North Carolina, including Charlotte. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Family-Friendly Rating

Renting for your family? Amongst all of the submarkets in Charlotte, this residential submarket has a reputation as one of our favorite submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly communities provide resources like parks, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and having the finest education resources available.

Outdoors Rating

Do you like parks and green spaces? Optimist Park is a highly-rated area of town for access to parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This residential area has come to be amongst the finest upscale neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, on-site concierge services, park access, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Luxury communities also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

Pet owners, listen up! this part of Charlotte is one of the finest neighborhoods for dog and cat owners, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Optimist Park

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Optimist Park area of Charlotte, NC?

As of today, September 27, 2026, there are currently 643 available Optimist Park apartments priced from $899 to $15,791, with an average monthly rent of $2,076.

How much are Studio apartments in Optimist Park?

There are currently 166 Studio Apartments in Optimist Park with rent ranges from $1,075 to $3,145 with an average price of $1,503.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Optimist Park Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Optimist Park ranges from $899 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,796.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Optimist Park cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Optimist Park range from $999 to $12,300. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,508.

How expensive are Optimist Park Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 111 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Optimist Park on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,337 to $15,791 - averaging $3,704 for the location.

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