Cheap Homes for Rent in Second Ward Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $1,300 (23 Rentals)

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property at 505 E 6th St

505 E 6th St

CharlotteNC28202

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 300 W 5th St

300 W 5th St

CharlotteNC28202

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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property at 718 W Trade St

718 W Trade St

CharlotteNC28202
property at 333 W Trade St

333 W Trade St

CharlotteNC28202

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Second Ward, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

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 Elevate Tryon priced from $1,095. The Ascher has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,170. Here are the most affordable Second Ward apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elevate Tryon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,095
The AscherS2-SStudio,1BA$1,170
Uptown GardensA11BR,1BA$1,185
Midtown 205S3Studio,1BA$1,215
MAA UptownStudio 0x1 509-566 SFStudio,1BA$1,220

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Second Ward, NC

As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Second Ward area is the $1.83 price per square foot 32L Model at MAA Enclave in the in the Elizabeth neighborhood starting from $2,638. The second greatest value Second Ward apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at Elevate Tryon starting at $1,095 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Biddleville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Second Ward apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
MAA Enclave32L3BR,2BA$1.83
Elevate Tryon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.10
Alpha Mill2x2-B2u2BR,2BA$2.06
The KensingtonB12BR,1BA$2.01
Alister UptownS06D Renovated1BR,1BA$2.10
MAA GatewayTraditional 1x1 702-808 SF1BR,1BA$1.81
Uptown GardensA21BR,1BA$1.56
Edgeline Flats on DavidsonMonorail1BR,1BA$1.66
Gateway WestGroveStudio ,1BA$2.11
Midtown 205S3Studio ,1BA$2.06

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Frequently Asked Questions about Second Ward

What type of rentals are currently available in Second Ward?

There are currently 154 Apartments for Rent in Second Ward, NC with pricing that ranges from $1,025 to $13,500. There are also 76 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Second Ward ranging from $1,395 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Second Ward?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Second Ward ranges from $1,395 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,026.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Second Ward?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Second Ward range from $1,992 to $13,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,423.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC

Written by: Carrie Catalano

I'm Carrie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charlotte, North Carolina. I moved to the Triangle area of North Carolina in the summer of 2024 and have been exploring the state since.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.