
Apartments for Rent in the Optimist Park Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC Under $1,200 (81 Rentals)


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The Collective NoDa

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Aurora

MAA Gateway

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2621 Druid Hls Wy, Unit 2

2217 Custer St, Unit 1

2217 Custer St, Unit 1
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2217 Custer St, Unit 1

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2021 Lasalle St

2220 Custer St

2020 Rush Wind Dr

1412 Park Dr

1617 Fulton Ave

2621 Druid Hls Wy

2001 Erie St
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2122 Rush Wind Dr

2120 Rush Wind Dr

715 N Church St

2036 Renner St

904 Harrill St

2317 Julia Ave

1314 N McDowell St

715 N Church St, Unit 607, Unit 607

1617 Fulton Ave, Unit A, Unit A

501 E Kingston Ave
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 | $1,513 | $825 | $2,682 |
| Optimist Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,834 | $675 | $7,662 |
| Optimist Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,595 | $1,099 | $10,000+ |
| Optimist Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,649 | $1,337 | $10,000+ |
| Optimist Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,153 | $1,820 | $9,301 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOptimist Park, Charlotte, NC
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Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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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 Optimist Park
How much are Studio apartments in Optimist Park?
There are currently 174 Studio Apartments in Optimist Park with rent ranges from $825 to $2,682 with an average price of $1,513.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Optimist Park Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Optimist Park ranges from $675 to $7,662 with an average monthly rent of $1,834.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Optimist Park cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Optimist Park range from $1,099 to $12,212. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,595.
How expensive are Optimist Park Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 112 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Optimist Park on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,337 to $16,621 - averaging $3,649 for the location.
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