Cheap Homes for Rent in Optimist Park Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $500 (44 Rentals)

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property at 1412 Park Dr

$1,195

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$1,195

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$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

$1,249

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$1,249

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$1,249

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1617 Fulton Ave

CharlotteNC28205
property at 715 N Church St

$1,299

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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715 N Church St

CharlotteNC28202
property at 715 N Church St

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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715 N Church St

CharlotteNC28202

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property at 515 N Church St

$1,349

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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515 N Church St

CharlotteNC28202
property at 415 Norris Ave

$1,350

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$1,350

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$1,350

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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415 Norris Ave

CharlotteNC28206
property at 716 N Davidson St

$1,380

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$1,380

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$1,380

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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716 N Davidson St

CharlotteNC28202

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property at 3429 Tappan Pl

$1,395

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$1,395

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$1,395

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3429 Tappan Pl

CharlotteNC28205
property at 1807 Erie St

$1,395

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$1,395

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$1,395

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1807 Erie St

CharlotteNC28216
property at 1517 Lasalle St

$1,445

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$1,305
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$140

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$1,445

3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Rentals

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1517 Lasalle St

CharlotteNC28216

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property at 505 E 6th St

$1,495 - $2,600

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505 E 6th St

CharlotteNC28202

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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elevate Tryon0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$895
Cedar Greene ApartmentsClassic Garden1BR,1BA$899
Aurora111BR,1BA$970
Vista CommonsEnclave1BR,1BA$999
KinshipCL11BR,1BA$999
Ashby Gardens1 Bedroom 1 Bath Condominiums1BR,1BA$1,029
Pine25 North EndS1 - Walk-in ClosetStudio,1BA$1,052
Sage Pointe Apartments and TownhomesOne Bedroom Garden Standard - Call For Avail.1BR,1BA$1,075
Link Apartments® NoDa 36thS1Studio,1BA$1,096
The Edge at Noda Apartments and TownhomesClassic 1x1 Garden - Call For Availability1BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Optimist Park, NC

As of March 05, 2026 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 1034 Charles Ave Model at 1034 Charles Ave, Unit 1034 Charles Ave starting at $1,999 with a $1.32 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Crossing at NODAThe North Davidson3BR,3.5BA$1.28
1034 Charles Ave, Unit 1034 Charles Ave1034 Charles Ave2BR,1BA$1.32
MAA Enclave22HL2BR,2BA$1.45
MAA UptownTraditional 2x2 1078-1349 SF2BR,2BA$1.19
Crest Gateway3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.42
The Lofts at Hawthorne Mill2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.30
The Alexander Apartment HomesThe Wingate3BR,2BA$1.15
Flatiron West Trade2x2 1117 Sq Ft 2 Bedroom 22BR,2BA$1.45
The Stevenson Apartments at Brightwalk2/22BR,2BA$1.27
Cedar Greene ApartmentsCedar Greene1BR,1BA$1.36

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Optimist Park, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #11

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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 $895 to $32,598. There are also 251 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Optimist Park ranging from $575 to $14,000.

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 $575 to $14,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,647.

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 $16,744, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $7,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,699 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,093.

Expert Rental Resources

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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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.