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property at 2126 E 7th St

2126 E 7th St

CharlotteNC28204

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property at 902 W 4th St

902 W 4th St

CharlotteNC28202
property at 4101 Raleigh St

4101 Raleigh St

CharlotteNC28206

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Optimist Park, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Optimist Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Optimist Park area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at Elevate Tryon priced from $895. Cedar Greene Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Optimist Park apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elevate Tryon0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$895
Cedar Greene ApartmentsClassic Garden1BR,1BA$899
English Garden Apartments1 Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$899
Vista CommonsEnclave1BR,1BA$999
KinshipCL11BR,1BA$999
Sage Pointe Apartments and TownhomesOne Bedroom Garden Standard - Call For Avail.1BR,1BA$1,100
The Edge at Noda Apartments and TownhomesClassic 1x1 Garden - Call For Availability1BR,1BA$1,100
30Six NoDaS1Studio,1BA$1,106
Sorella NCS2Studio,1BA$1,107
JoineryS3Studio,1BA$1,120

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Optimist Park, NC

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Optimist Park area is the $1.28 price per square foot The North Davidson Model at Crossing at NODA in the in the Tryon Hills neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Optimist Park apartment is the Cramer Model at Highland Mill Lofts starting at $1,594 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Plaza Midwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Optimist Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Crossing at NODAThe North Davidson3BR,3.5BA$1.28
Highland Mill LoftsCramer1BR,1BA$1.22
The Lofts at Hawthorne Mill2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.36
Crest Gateway2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.36
Summit on CentralPisgah2BR,1BA$1.24
415 Flats2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.45
Ashby Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.41
Cedar Greene ApartmentsCedar Greene1BR,1BA$1.36
English Garden Apartments1 Bedroom Flat1BR,1BA$1.43
Vista CommonsEnclave1BR,1BA$1.49

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Top Neighborhoods Near Charlotte Colleges and Universities

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Optimist Park, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #13

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Charlotte. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Optimist Park Neighborhood in Charlotte, NC

Walk Score®

66 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

53 / 100

Good Transit

Many 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 Optimist Park Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Optimist Park?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Optimist Park is at Sorella NC listed at $1,107.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Optimist Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Optimist Park Apartment is $899 at Cedar Greene Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Optimist Park is starting from $1,099 at Cedar Greene Apartments.

What is the most affordable Optimist Park Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Optimist Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pine25 North End and starts from $2,033.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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