Cheap Homes for Rent in Optimist Park Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $700 (49 Rentals)

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property at 1511 Hamorton Pl

$850 - $1,150

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1511 Hamorton Pl

CharlotteNC28205

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property at 1620 Lasalle St

$1,050

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1620 Lasalle St

CharlotteNC28216
property at 823 Central Ave

$1,100

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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823 Central Ave

CharlotteNC28204
property at 1412 Park Dr

$1,195

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1412 Park Dr

CharlotteNC28204

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property at 1617 Fulton Ave

$1,250

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1617 Fulton Ave

CharlotteNC28205

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property at 515 N Church St

$1,349

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

515 N Church St

CharlotteNC28202
property at 715 N Church St

$1,350 - $2,737

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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715 N Church St

CharlotteNC28202

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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property at 3136 Creighton Dr

$1,395

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3136 Creighton Dr

CharlotteNC28205
property at 715 N Church St

$1,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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715 N Church St

CharlotteNC28202

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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property at 620 Raphael Place

$1,500

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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620 Raphael Place

CharlotteNC28205
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Optimist Park, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Optimist Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Optimist Park area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Cedar Greene Apartments priced from $899. Joinery has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $983. Here are the most affordable Optimist Park apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cedar Greene ApartmentsClassic Garden1BR,1BA$899
JoineryS2Studio,1BA$983
Vista CommonsEnclave1BR,1BA$999
KinshipCL11BR,1BA$1,034
Sage Pointe Apartments and TownhomesOne Bedroom Garden Standard - Call For Avail.1BR,1BA$1,075
Summit on CentralPilotStudio,1BA$1,077
Link Apartments® NoDa 36thS1Studio,1BA$1,093
Elevate Tryon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,095
The Edge at Noda Apartments and TownhomesClassic 1x1 Garden - Call For Availability1BR,1BA$1,100
MAA UptownStudio 0x1 509-566 SFStudio,1BA$1,110

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Optimist Park, NC

As of December 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Optimist Park area is the $1.28 price per square foot The North Davidson Model at Crossing at NODA in the in the Tryon Hills neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Optimist Park apartment is the 22HL Model at MAA Enclave starting at $2,033 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Elizabeth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Optimist Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Crossing at NODAThe North Davidson3BR,3.5BA$1.28
MAA Enclave22HL2BR,2BA$1.39
SablewoodArgyle2BR,2.5BA$1.67
Millhouse2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.62
Ashby Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.41
Uptown GardensA11BR,1BA$1.54
Cedar Greene ApartmentsCedar Greene1BR,1BA$1.36
Edgeline Flats on DavidsonMonorail1BR,1BA$1.66
Elevate Tryon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.56
Vista CommonsEnclave1BR,1BA$1.49

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Optimist Park, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #9

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Optimist Park

What type of rentals are currently available in Optimist Park?

There are currently 370 Apartments for Rent in Optimist Park, NC with pricing that ranges from $899 to $31,336. There are also 364 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Optimist Park ranging from $700 to $7,777.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Optimist Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Optimist Park ranges from $700 to $7,777 with an average monthly rent of $2,195.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Optimist Park?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Optimist Park range from $1,342 to $16,112, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,550 to $7,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,199.

Expert Rental Resources

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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