Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer South Charlotte Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $400 (62 Rentals)

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$850

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9021 Sharonbrook Dr

CharlotteNC28210
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Winslow Apartments
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$930 - $2,650
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$805 - $2,525
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$125

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$930 - $2,650
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Winslow Apartments

7600 Antlers LnCharlotte, NC 28210
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Arrowood Villas
$1,050 - $1,750
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$1,040 - $1,740
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$1,050 - $1,750
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Arrowood Villas

8825 Mont Carmel LnCharlotte, NC 28217
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Andover Woods
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$1,095 - $2,165
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$988 - $2,058
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Andover Woods

7808 Andover Woods DrCharlotte, NC 28210
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The Landon Apartments
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$1,100 - $2,900
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$970 - $2,770
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$130

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$1,100 - $2,900
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The Landon Apartments

8200 River Birch DrCharlotte, NC 28210
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Ayrsley Landing
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$1,200 - $1,400
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$1,051 - $1,251
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$149

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$1,200 - $1,400
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Ayrsley Landing

2352 Township RdCharlotte, NC 28273
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Haven at Rivergate
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$1,275 - $1,841
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$1,234 - $1,800
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Haven at Rivergate

14710 Kilkenny Hill LnCharlotte, NC 28273
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Abbington Westside
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Abbington Westside

3136 Abbington WayCharlotte, NC 28273
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McMullen Wood
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

McMullen Wood

6500-6512 Walsh BlvdCharlotte, NC 28226
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Sharon Lakes
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sharon Lakes

8301 Sharon Lakes RdCharlotte, NC 28210
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Park Lane Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Lane Apartments

1610-1641 Waybridge LnCharlotte, NC 28210
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Sharon Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sharon Crossing

2123 El Verano CirCharlotte, NC 28210

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Ascent Pineville
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ascent Pineville

8401 Habersham Pointe CirCharlotte, NC 28226
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Rise Sunridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rise Sunridge

2109-2202 Arrowcreek DrCharlotte, NC 28273
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Outer South Charlotte, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer South Charlotte Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer South Charlotte area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at The Flats at Arrowood priced from $819. The Landing on Farmhurst has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable Outer South Charlotte apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Flats at ArrowoodA1Studio,1BA$819
The Landing on FarmhurstToronto1BR,1BA$949
Winslow ApartmentsA2 Classic1BR,1BA$970
Sharonridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$999
Pineville PlaceThe Elm1BR,1BA$1,029
Aurea StationA2 - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,075
Andover WoodsThe Ashton1BR,1BA$1,095
Willow Ridge ApartmentsThe Buttonwood1BR,1BA$1,095
Rise SunridgeA1 Classic1BR,1BA$1,100
Oak Park at Nations Ford1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer South Charlotte, NC

As of March 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer South Charlotte area is the $1.43 price per square foot Slate Model at Blu South in the in the Sterling neighborhood starting from $3,575. The second greatest value Outer South Charlotte apartment is the Wind Model at Abode at Miller Farm starting at $2,249 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Madison Green neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer South Charlotte apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Blu SouthSlate4BR,2.5BA$1.43
Abode at Miller FarmWind3BR,2.5BA$1.39
Enclave at RivergateJames2BR,2BA$1.33
Rise SunridgeB2 Classic2BR,1.5BA$0.98
The Landon ApartmentsA1-2 Renovated1BR,1BA$1.37
Sharon WestCrabtree Falls2BR,1.5BA$1.42
Greenwood VillageGV 2x12BR,1BA$1.34
Ayrsley Landing2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.44
Pines at Carolina Place1X11BR,1BA$1.43
The Landing on FarmhurstToronto1BR,1BA$1.40

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Outer South Charlotte, Charlotte, NC

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across North Carolina including Outer South Charlotte, Charlotte, and the greater Charlotte area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer South Charlotte Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Outer South Charlotte?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer South Charlotte is under $1,100.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer South Charlotte?

The cheapest apartment in Outer South Charlotte is The Flats at Arrowood which is listed at $919, while the average apartment in Outer South Charlotte costs $3,652.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer South Charlotte?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 62 regular apartments in Outer South Charlotte that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Outer South Charlotte?

Cheap apartments in Outer South Charlotte have an average cost of $111 which is $3,541 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer South Charlotte.

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