Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer South Charlotte Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $400 (82 Rentals)

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13511 Montoy Wy

CharlotteNC28273
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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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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. Andover Woods has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $885. 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
Andover WoodsThe Ansley1BR,1BA$885
Winslow ApartmentsA1 ClassicStudio,1BA$890
The Landing on FarmhurstToronto1BR,1BA$949
Coffey CreekA3P1BR,1BA$949
Sharonridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$999
Arbor Steele CreekWillow1BR,1BA$1,020
Pineville PlaceThe Elm1BR,1BA$1,029
The Landon Apartments1 Bed 1 Bth1BR,1BA$1,030
The Villages Apartments1B 1 x 11BR,1BA$1,076

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer South Charlotte, NC

As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer South Charlotte area is the $0.98 price per square foot B2 Classic Model at Rise Sunridge in the in the Yorkmount neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Outer South Charlotte apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at Lakeview Apartments starting at $1,695 with a $1.36 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.
Rise SunridgeB2 Classic2BR,1.5BA$0.98
Lakeview Apartments3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.36
South Oak Crossing ApartmentsMagnolia3BR,2BA$1.32
Pines at Carolina Place2x1.52BR,1BA$1.27
Aurea StationB1 - 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.31
Greenwood VillageGV 2x12BR,1BA$1.33
The Landon Apartments1 Bed 1 Bth1BR,1BA$1.39
Coffey CreekA3P1BR,1BA$1.29
The Landing on FarmhurstToronto1BR,1BA$1.40
Andover WoodsThe Ansley1BR,1BA$1.35

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Top Neighborhoods Near Charlotte Colleges and Universities

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Outer South Charlotte, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #67

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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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!

Getting Around the Outer South Charlotte Neighborhood in Charlotte, NC

Walk Score®

37 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

33 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

18 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $1,076.

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

The cheapest apartment in Outer South Charlotte is Andover Woods which is listed at $885, while the average apartment in Outer South Charlotte costs $3,590.

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 41 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 $113 which is $3,477 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer South Charlotte.

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