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5072 Parkview Way

MatthewsNC28104

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1323 Queens Rd

CharlotteNC28207

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2622 Park Rd

CharlotteNC28209

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South Charlotte, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Charlotte Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Charlotte area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Archdale Senior priced from $850. Vivo Living Arbor View has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable South Charlotte apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Archdale Senior1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$850
Vivo Living Arbor ViewStudioStudio,1BA$899
The Flats at ArrowoodA1PStudio,1BA$899
Reserve at ProvidenceAlexander (A1)1BR,1BA$920
Seneca Woods Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$927
The Landing on FarmhurstToronto1BR,1BA$949
Safire at Matthews1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$949
Amber Lake Apartment HomesBirch1BR,1BA$980
Chimneys Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$990
Pineville PlaceThe Elm1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Charlotte, NC

As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Charlotte area is the $1.27 price per square foot Fairbrook Four Model at Cedar Ridge Townhomes in the in the Steele Creek neighborhood starting from $2,521. The second greatest value South Charlotte apartment is the 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Forest Ridge Apartment Homes starting at $1,495 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Clairemont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Charlotte apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cedar Ridge TownhomesFairbrook Four4BR,2.5BA$1.27
Forest Ridge Apartment Homes3 Bedroom Townhome3BR,2BA$1.14
Steele Creek ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.15
Hollis 7601Poplar Grove2BR,2BA$1.26
Creekridge on the ParkTwo Bedroom - 2B2BR,2BA$1.23
Courtyard TownhomesSavannah2BR,2.5BA$1.25
Wallace Terrace Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.18
Pinehurst On ProvidenceTwo Bedroom Garden - Upgraded2BR,1.5BA$1.27
Seneca Woods Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.09
Archdale Senior1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.21

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Charlotte

What type of rentals are currently available in South Charlotte?

There are currently 571 Apartments for Rent in South Charlotte, NC with pricing that ranges from $590 to $13,578. There are also 752 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Charlotte ranging from $750 to $12,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Charlotte?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Charlotte ranges from $750 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,092.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Charlotte?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Charlotte range from $1,070 to $13,578, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,194.

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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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