
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Third Ward Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $313 (76 Rentals)
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508 N Tryon St

Elevate Tryon

Link Apartments® CYKEL

Flatiron West Trade

MAA Gateway

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415 Flats

Gateway West

Arlo

Uptown Gardens
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The Carson

Varick on 7th

The Francis

630 Calvert St, Unit #207

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Trella Uptown

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The Reed

MAA Enclave

500 West Trade

715 N Church St, Unit 701

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Catalyst

718 W Trade St, Unit # 104

900 N Tryon St, Unit 2116
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900 N Tryon St, Unit 3116

900 N Tryon St, Unit 4116

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

The Prospect

900 N Tryon St, Unit 6116

900 N Tryon St, Unit 5116

900 N Tryon St, Unit 3112

900 N Tryon St, Unit 4112

900 N Tryon St, Unit 2112

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The Kensington
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221 N Cedar St, Unit B

1634 Van Buren Ave

Autumn Place

Anita Stroud Senior Complex

Greenhaven Townhouses

First Ward Place

MAA Uptown

630 Calvert St

708 Summit

319 Katonah Ave
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Third Ward, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Third Ward?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Third Ward Studio Apartments | $1,529 | $925 | $2,151 |
| Third Ward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,827 | $670 | $6,500 |
| Third Ward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,505 | $770 | $8,188 |
| Third Ward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,492 | $870 | $9,677 |
| Third Ward 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,025 | $2,132 | $4,472 |
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Cheapest Available Third Ward Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Third Ward area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at Link Apartments® CYKEL priced from $1,069. Kinship has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,116. Here are the most affordable Third Ward apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Link Apartments® CYKEL | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,069 |
| Kinship | CL1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,116 |
| The Ascher | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,149 |
| MAA Gateway | Traditional 1x1 834-947 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| 415 Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| 708 Summit | A3A One Bedroom / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Cadence Music Factory | S2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,211 |
| Arlo | Trade | 1BR,1BA | $1,262 |
| Uptown Gardens | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,284 |
| Gateway West | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1,312 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Third Ward, NC
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Third Ward area is the $1.49 price per square foot Phoenix Model at Townes at Five Points in the in the Biddleville neighborhood starting from $2,355. The second greatest value Third Ward apartment is the 23J Model at MAA Enclave starting at $1,903 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Elizabeth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Third Ward apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townes at Five Points | Phoenix | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.49 |
| MAA Enclave | 23J | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Flatiron West Trade | Maple | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Asbury Flats | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| 708 Summit | A3A One Bedroom / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Centric Gateway | 1G | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Uptown Gardens | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Cedar Flats | A-3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| 415 Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| MAA Gateway | Studio 0x1 516-669 SF | Studio ,1BA | $1.83 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Third Ward Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Third Ward?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Third Ward is at Link Apartments® CYKEL listed at $1,069.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Third Ward Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Third Ward Apartment is $1,116 at Kinship.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Third Ward Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Third Ward is starting from $1,470 at MAA Gateway.
What is the most affordable Third Ward Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Third Ward Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Kensington and starts from $1,993.
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