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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optimist Park Studio Apartments | $1,532 | $895 | $2,537 |
| Optimist Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,830 | $995 | $6,809 |
| Optimist Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,532 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Optimist Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,954 | $1,337 | $10,000+ |
| Optimist Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,811 | $2,027 | $9,301 |
There are currently 77 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Optimist Park Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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Lease by 3/31/26, Receive Half off Your First 4 Months Rent on select Apartment Homes with a 12-month lease or longer. Plus, receive a $500 Gift Card if you lease within 24 hours of your tour for new applicantsExpires 03-12-2026
Two Monthe Free - after 1st full month.Expires 03-12-2026
Enjoy up to 2 months of rent free living when you move in by 4/15/26! PLUS, enjoy a waived admin fee and an additional $500 when you apply within 48 hours of touring! *Restrictions apply. 13+ month lease term required.Expires 03-12-2026
Apply today and sign a 12-month lease (or longer) to score up to 8 weeks FREE rent when you move in by March 31st! -- Need a little more time? No worries—we’re also offering great specials for April and May move-ins. -- Plus, apply within 48 hours of your tour and enjoy a free gift from us!Expires 03-12-2026
PLEASE NOTE: ; Actual monthly rental payments may vary and will be as described in the lease contract. Ask Leasing Agent for details. $1,000 OFF! ; With a 13-month Lease, you can receive Additional $1,000 OFF if apply by Sunday 03/01/2026. Rent credit to be given in accordance with the Lease Contract. 8 WEEKS FREE! ; With a 13-month Lease, you can receive 8 weeks FREE. Rent credit to be given in accordance with the Lease Contract.Expires 03-12-2026
Contact Us For DetailsExpires 03-12-2026
Now offering EIGHT WEEKS FREE base rent + a $1,500 Gift Card!! *Restrictions apply. Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 03-12-2026
Lease Now, monthly rent has been reduced $200! Certain exclusions may apply.Expires 03-12-2026
Receive Up to a $1,000 Gift Card on Select Units!Expires 03-12-2026
Spring into Savings! Move in by April 15th and enjoy two months free + a housewarming gift!Expires 03-12-2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Optimist Park, NC. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
ONE MONTH FREE RENTExpires 03-31-2026
*Waived Admin Fee If holding fee is paid within 48 hours of approval. *Special applies to 12-month leases only & if moved in by 4/30/2026. .*Pricing is subject to change. Call for availability before submitting an application. Application fees are non-refundable.*Expires 04-01-2026
*Waived Admin Fee If holding fee is paid within 48 hours of approval. *Special applies to 12-month leases only & if moved in by 4/30/2026. *Pricing is subject to change. Call for availability before submitting an application. Application fees are non-refundable.*Expires 04-01-2026
Select currently vacant homes reduced as low as $1,275* *Restrictions apply. Move in by March 20, 2026. Contact our leasing office today for details!Expires 03-20-2026
LIMITED TIME: New Residents receive 6 weeks free base rent + up to $500 gift card!* * Restrictions Apply, Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excludedExpires 03-12-2026
Get Up to $1,000 Off Select Units — Act Fast!Expires 03-12-2026
Up to 8 Weeks Free Base Rent- *Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded.*Expires 03-12-2026
Lease Today and Receive 8 Weeks Free! 2 Weeks Free per Month for 4 Months. 14-Month Lease or Greater Required. Please contact the leasing office for more information. *Applies to New Applicants Only. Restrictions may apply.Expires 03-12-2026
Up to 2 Months Free on Select Homes! *Conditions may apply.Expires 03-12-2026
Up to 2 Months Free On Available Apartments!* *Restrictions ApplyExpires 03-12-2026
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Optimist Park is at Kinship listed at $999.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Optimist Park is $2,634.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Optimist Park is a 3,218 square feet unit starting from $1,488 at The VUE Charlotte On 5th.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Optimist Park is currently at 605 sq ft.
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Written by: Carrie Catalano
I'm Carrie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charlotte, North Carolina. I moved to the Triangle area of North Carolina in the summer of 2024 and have been exploring the state since.
Written by: Carrie Catalano
I'm Carrie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charlotte, North Carolina. Charlotte is an exciting place to live for anyone, but particularly for college students.
Written by: Carrie Catalano
I'm Carrie, and I've been calling the Charlotte area home for a few years now.
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Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.
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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.
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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.
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