
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Optimist Park Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $300 (109 Rentals)
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Cedar Greene Apartments

Summit on Central

2126 E 7th St

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Aurora

Vista Commons

428 Hawthorne Ln

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Ashby Gardens

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Trailside NoDa

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MAA Gateway

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Pine25 North End

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2621 Druid Hls Wy

3519 Benard Ave

Edgeline Flats on Davidson

Flatiron West Trade

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J Optimist Park

Overton Row

Amaze at NoDa
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The Alexander Apartment Homes

The Stevenson Apartments at Brightwalk

Link Apartments® NoDa 36th

1617 Fulton Ave

300 Optimist Park

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Gateway West

MAA Uptown

Marvel at Plaza Midwood

1028 Stitch Bnd Wy

One Noda Park
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MAA Optimist Park

Uptown Gardens

One305 Central

Centro NoDa

The Collective NoDa

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The Ellis

NuVo 27

Kaleido NoDa

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Alton Optimist Park

3429-2 Tappan Pl
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415 Flats

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The Henry

1641 Morningside Dr

Cavella

Union Noda

Midwood Station

The Francis

The Cosmo at NoDa

640 N Church St

Contour at NoDa
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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 | $1,524 | $895 | $2,339 |
| Optimist Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,830 | $995 | $6,064 |
| Optimist Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,562 | $1,065 | $10,000+ |
| Optimist Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,092 | $1,337 | $10,000+ |
| Optimist Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,361 | $2,027 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 109 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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevate Tryon | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Cedar Greene Apartments | Classic Garden | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Alister Uptown | S01 Renovated | Studio,1BA | $988 |
| Vista Commons | Enclave | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Kinship | CL1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Trailside NoDa | Chickadee | Studio,1BA | $1,074 |
| Sage Pointe Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom Garden Standard - Call For Avail. | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| MAA Gateway | Studio 0x1 324-410 SF | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| Aurora | 01PZ | Studio,1BA | $1,079 |
| Ashby Gardens | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Townhomes | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Optimist Park, NC
As of March 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Optimist Park area is the $1.23 price per square foot The Plaza Model at Crossings at NoDa - Townhomes for Rent in Charlotte NC in the in the Tryon Hills neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Optimist Park apartment is the 1034 Charles Ave Model at 1034 Charles Ave, Unit 1034 Charles Ave starting at $1,799 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Commonwealth neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crossings at NoDa - Townhomes for Rent in Charlotte NC | The Plaza | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.23 |
| 1034 Charles Ave, Unit 1034 Charles Ave | 1034 Charles Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| MAA Enclave | 22I | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| The Lofts at Hawthorne Mill | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Flatiron West Trade | Cypress | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Summit on Central | Pinnacle-Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Ashby Gardens | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Condo | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| The Stevenson Apartments at Brightwalk | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| The Alexander Apartment Homes | The Belmont | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Cedar Greene Apartments | Cedar Greene | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOptimist Park, Charlotte, NC
Ranked #11
Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Optimist Park, Charlotte, NC
First Ward Arts Elementary
Piedmont Open Middle School
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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 Elevate Tryon listed at $895.
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 $1,159 at The Alexander Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable Optimist Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Optimist Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Alexander Apartment Homes and starts from $1,342.
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