
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Second Ward Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $313 (94 Rentals)
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Elevate Tryon

Edgeline Flats on Davidson

Gateway West

MAA Gateway

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Alton Optimist Park

Uptown Gardens

The Berkeley at Dilworth

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The Ellis

Lincoln at Dilworth

MAA Plaza Midwood

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The Carson

400 Queens Rd, Unit C6

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501 E Kingston Ave

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Bell Uptown Charlotte

Park and Kingston

400 Queens Rd

Bond on Mint

650 E Brooklyn Vlg Ave

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Uptown 550

210 N Church St, Unit 1811

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Kingston

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The Reed

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The Crown of Queen City

780 N Davidson St

MAA Enclave

715 N Church St, Unit 701

The Prospect

500 West Trade
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900 N Tryon St, Unit 2116

900 N Tryon St, Unit 3116

900 N Tryon St, Unit 4116

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Hanover Dilworth

229 N Poplar St, Unit St. Peter's 26

900 N Tryon St, Unit 5116

900 N Tryon St, Unit 6116

900 N Tryon St, Unit 3112
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Second Ward, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Second Ward?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Second Ward Studio Apartments | $1,553 | $925 | $2,644 |
| Second Ward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,936 | $989 | $6,500 |
| Second Ward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,897 | $1,499 | $10,000+ |
| Second Ward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,082 | $2,002 | $10,000+ |
| Second Ward 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,897 | $2,266 | $9,301 |
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There are currently 94 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Second Ward Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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Cheapest Available Second Ward Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Second Ward area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Edgeline Flats on Davidson priced from $1,125. The Ascher has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,166. Here are the most affordable Second Ward apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edgeline Flats on Davidson | Monorail | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| The Ascher | S4-S | Studio,1BA | $1,166 |
| Alton Mill District | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,167 |
| MAA Gateway | Studio 0x1 516-669 SF | Studio,1BA | $1,205 |
| Alton Optimist Park | 1C | 1BR,1BA | $1,206 |
| Alpha Mill | 1X1-A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Uptown Gardens | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,259 |
| The Berkeley at Dilworth | Lennox | Studio,1BA | $1,265 |
| Broadstone Craft | A0 | Studio,1BA | $1,297 |
| Alister Uptown | TH1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,298 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Second Ward, NC
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Second Ward area is the $1.36 price per square foot 23J Model at MAA Enclave in the in the Elizabeth neighborhood starting from $1,908. The second greatest value Second Ward apartment is the 911 E 8th St Model at 911 E 8th St, Unit 911 starting at $2,100 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Elizabeth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Second Ward apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAA Enclave | 23J | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| 911 E 8th St, Unit 911 | 911 E 8th St | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| 926 West 1st Street, Unit 2D | 926 West 1st Street | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.09 |
| MAA Uptown | Traditional 2x2 1078-1349 SF | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Uptown Gardens | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Edgeline Flats on Davidson | Monorail | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Alister Uptown | S07 Renovated | Studio ,1BA | $1.97 |
| Alton Optimist Park | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.89 |
| Triton Uptown | A1.0 | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| MAA Gateway | Studio 0x1 516-669 SF | Studio ,1BA | $1.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Second Ward Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Second Ward?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Second Ward is at Alister Uptown listed at $1,091.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Second Ward Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Second Ward Apartment is $1,125 at Edgeline Flats on Davidson.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Second Ward Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Second Ward is starting from $1,480 at Uptown Gardens.
What is the most affordable Second Ward Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Second Ward Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Kensington and starts from $1,993.
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