
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Optimist Park Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC (200 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Optimist Park area of Charlotte that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


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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 | $1,490 | $895 | $3,344 |
| Optimist Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,783 | $899 | $5,247 |
| Optimist Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,516 | $1,095 | $8,875 |
| Optimist Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,625 | $1,342 | $10,000+ |
| Optimist Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,503 | $2,150 | $9,921 |
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There are currently 200 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Optimist Park Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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Most Pet Friendly Optimist Park Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Optimist Park area of Charlotte, NC that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is The VUE Charlotte On 5th with prices starting from $1,674 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Yards at NoDa scores the second highest with a 4 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,587. Here are the most Pet Friendly Optimist Park apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The VUE Charlotte On 5th | 4/4 | Fourth Ward | $1,674 |
| Yards at NoDa | 4/4 | NoDa | $1,587 |
| Hanover Dilworth | 4/4 | Dilworth | $2,086 |
| MAA Enclave | 3.8/4 | First Ward | $1,883 |
| MAA Gateway | 3.8/4 | Fourth Ward | $1,090 |
| MAA South Line | 3.8/4 | The South End | $1,460 |
| Circa Uptown | 3.8/4 | Third Ward | $1,282 |
| The Lexington Dilworth | 3.8/4 | Dilworth | $1,598 |
| Cadence Music Factory | 3.8/4 | Lockwood | $1,095 |
| Amaze at NoDa | 3.8/4 | Sugaw Creek | $1,227 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Optimist Park
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Optimist Park of Optimist Park is the A1 Model at Cadence Music Factory, which is a 1 Bed unit starting from $1,095. The second cheapest Optimist Park Pet Friendly apartment is the Traditional 1x1 702-808 SF 1 Bed unit at MAA Gateway starting at $1,335. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Optimist Park apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Cadence Music Factory | A1 | $1,095 |
| MAA Gateway | Traditional 1x1 702-808 SF | $1,335 |
| Amaze at NoDa | Boost | $1,427 |
| MAA South Line | Studio 0x1 507-720 SF | $1,460 |
| Circa Uptown | S2 | $1,475 |
| Yards at NoDa | Dolce | $1,587 |
| The VUE Charlotte On 5th | S1 | $1,674 |
| MAA Enclave | 22E | $1,883 |
| The Lexington Dilworth | The Hunter | $1,922 |
| Hanover Dilworth | C | $2,086 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOptimist Park, Charlotte, NC
Ranked #13
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
School data provided by Great Schools
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have children? Amongst all of the submarkets in Charlotte, this area has established a name for itself as one of our preferred submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and great school districts for the kids to attend.
Outdoors Rating
Love parks and outdoor amenities? Optimist Park is providing fantastic access to nice outdoor spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Have pets? This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
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 Pet Friendly Optimist Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Optimist Park?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Optimist Park is at Summit on Central listed at $979.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Optimist Park Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Optimist Park is $2,442.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Optimist Park Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Optimist Park is a 3,218 square feet unit starting from $1,674 at The VUE Charlotte On 5th.
What is the average size for Optimist Park Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Optimist Park is currently at 648 sq ft.
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