
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Optimist Park Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $313 (169 Rentals)
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Elevate Tryon

Vista Commons

Ashby Gardens

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Summit on Central

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300 Optimist Park
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108 Sylvania Ave

1900 Lasalle St

The Collective NoDa

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Oxbow

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J Optimist Park

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Trailside NoDa

One305 Central

Amaze at NoDa

Centro NoDa

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Alton Optimist Park

Kaleido NoDa

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The Henry

One Noda Park

Triton Uptown

MAA Plaza Midwood

Uptown Gardens

NuVo 27

Contour at NoDa

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The Ellis

MAA Optimist Park

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Exchange NoDa

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Trella Uptown

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The Carson

The Cosmo at NoDa

Union Noda

Varick on 7th
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Optimist Park, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Optimist Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optimist Park Studio Apartments | $1,503 | $1,075 | $3,145 |
| Optimist Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,796 | $899 | $6,500 |
| Optimist Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,508 | $999 | $10,000+ |
| Optimist Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,704 | $1,337 | $10,000+ |
| Optimist Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,422 | $2,242 | $9,301 |
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There are currently 169 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Optimist Park Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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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 Aurora priced from $935. Cedar Greene Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Optimist Park apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora | 01P | Studio, 1BA | $935 |
| Cedar Greene Apartments | Cedar Greene | 1BR, 1BA | $975 |
| Ashby Gardens | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Condo | 2BR, 2BA | $999 |
| Vista Commons | 1 Month Free in Plaza Midwood | 1BR, 1BA | $999 |
| Summit on Central | Pilot-Renovated | Studio, 1BA | $1,021 |
| Sage Pointe Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom Garden Standard - Call For Avail. | 1BR, 1BA | $1,075 |
| Link Apartments® NoDa 36th | S1-A | Studio, 1BA | $1,075 |
| 300 Optimist Park | Studio - 1 Bath | Studio, 1BA | $1,095 |
| The Collective NoDa | S2 | Studio, 1BA | $1,099 |
| The Edge at Noda Apartments and Townhomes | Classic 1x1 Garden - Call For Availability | 1BR, 1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Optimist Park, NC
As of September 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Optimist Park area is the $1.38 price per square foot Fig Model at Mint and Mill Townhomes in the Tryon Hills neighborhood starting from $2,489. The second greatest value Optimist Park apartment is the End Unit Model at Crossings at Noda in the Tryon Hills neighborhood starting at $2,599 with a $1.46 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Optimist Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mint and Mill Townhomes | Fig | 3BR, 3.5BA | $1.38 |
| Crossings at Noda | End Unit | 3BR, 3.5BA | $1.46 |
| MAA Enclave | 32L | 3BR, 2BA | $1.49 |
| Flatiron West Trade | Cypress | 2BR, 2BA | $1.32 |
| Crest Gateway | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.47 |
| The Stevenson Apartments at Brightwalk | 2/2 | 2BR, 2BA | $1.18 |
| Ashby Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhomes | 1BR, 1BA | $1.05 |
| Cedar Greene Apartments | Cedar Greene | 1BR, 1BA | $1.30 |
| Dunloe Charlotte | A4 - 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.54 |
| Vista Commons | 1 Month Free in Plaza Midwood | 1BR, 1BA | $1.49 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOptimist Park, Charlotte, NC
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Best Local Schools in Optimist Park, Charlotte, NC
First Ward Arts Elementary
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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 Aurora listed at $935.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Optimist Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Optimist Park Apartment is $975 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 $999 at Ashby Gardens.
What is the most affordable Optimist Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Optimist Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aurora and starts from $1,644.
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