
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer South Charlotte Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $400 (69 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Outer South Charlotte area of Charlotte.


Room in House on Longleaf Dr

Room in Townhome on Sharonbrook Dr

Room in House on Blueshot Ct

Room in House on Blueshot Ct

The Flats at Arrowood

Sharonridge Apartments

The Landon Apartments

The Landing on Farmhurst

Room in Townhome on Ainslie Downs St
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Winslow Apartments

Avenues at Steele Creek

Aurea Station

Andover Woods

Anson at the Lakes

The Villages Apartments

Room in Townhome on Sharon Towns Dr

Coffey Creek Apartments

Willow Ridge Apartments

Park at Caterina
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Evoke Living at Arrowood

Cheswyck at Ballantyne Apartments

Two20 At BranchView

Vetra Quail Hollow

MAA Ayrsley

Preserve At Steele Creek Apartments

Ayrsley Landing

Arrowood Villas

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Avana Creekside

Haven at Rivergate
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Stone Ridge Apartments

Residences at Cedar Creek

Abbington Westside

McMullen Wood

Sharon Lakes

Park Lane Apartments

1909 Meadowlark Ln

Sharon Crossing

11042 Running Ridge Rd.

Brook Valley Apartment Homes
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Rise Sunridge

Oak Park at Nations Ford

Ascent Pineville

Archdale Manor Apartments

2015 Countrymens Ct

1905 Meadowlark Ln

Arborgate Apartment Homes

Granite Pointe Apartment Homes

7981 Shady Oak Trail

2021 Harvest Ln
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Outer South Charlotte, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer South Charlotte?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer South Charlotte Studio Apartments | $1,290 | $924 | $2,589 |
| Outer South Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,371 | $925 | $2,723 |
| Outer South Charlotte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,690 | $1,100 | $4,389 |
| Outer South Charlotte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $1,400 | $5,700 |
| Outer South Charlotte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,607 | $3,585 | $8,795 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 69 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer South Charlotte Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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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 $861. Sharonridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Outer South Charlotte apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Flats at Arrowood | A1 | Studio,1BA | $861 |
| Sharonridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| The Landing on Farmhurst | Toronto | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Winslow Apartments | A2 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
| The Landon Apartments | A2-1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
| Aurea Station | A1 - 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,004 |
| Andover Woods | The Berkley | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Anson at the Lakes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,023 |
| The Villages Apartments | 1B 1 x 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,032 |
| Avenues at Steele Creek | One Bedroom - A2 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,037 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer South Charlotte, NC
As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer South Charlotte area is the $1.43 price per square foot C5.MD Spyglass Hill Model at Townhomes at Bridlestone in the in the Highway 51 neighborhood starting from $3,863. The second greatest value Outer South Charlotte apartment is the Calhoun Model at Charleston Row Townhomes starting at $2,169 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Highway 51 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer South Charlotte apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townhomes at Bridlestone | C5.MD Spyglass Hill | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.43 |
| Charleston Row Townhomes | Calhoun | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.34 |
| Aurea Station | C2 - 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Pineville Place | The Maple | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Villas at Fort Mill | The Palmer | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Pines at Carolina Place | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Lakeview Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| The Landon Apartments | A1-2 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Landing on Farmhurst | Toronto | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Sharonridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOuter South Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
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Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Outer South Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
Sterling Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer South Charlotte Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer South Charlotte?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer South Charlotte is at The Flats at Arrowood listed at $861.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer South Charlotte Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer South Charlotte Apartment is $921 at The Flats at Arrowood.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer South Charlotte Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer South Charlotte is starting from $1,100 at Winslow Apartments.
What is the most affordable Outer South Charlotte Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Outer South Charlotte Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ayrsley Landing and starts from $1,400.
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