Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University City North Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $700 (14 Rentals)

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mallard Green

9800 Mary Alexander RdCharlotte, NC 28262
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Cheapest Available University City North Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University City North area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Walden Station priced from $800. Commons at University Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $865. Here are the most affordable University City North apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Walden Station3 Bedroom Handicap1BR,1BA$800
Commons at University SquareA21BR,1BA$865
Ashford GreenSage1BR,1BA$1,080
Thornberry ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,110
MAA University Lake11A1BR,1BA$1,113

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City North, NC

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the University City North area is the $1.28 price per square foot Cameron (C1) Model at Ashley Court Apartments in the in the Mineral Springs neighborhood starting from $1,794. The second greatest value University City North apartment is the C3 Model at The Union Student Living starting at $740 with a $0.59 price per square foot in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University City North apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ashley Court ApartmentsCameron (C1)3BR,2.5BA$1.28
The Union Student LivingC33BR,3BA$0.59
MAA City Grand22A2BR,2BA$1.39
MAA University Lake22B2BR,2BA$1.46
The BellamyA11BR,1.5BA$1.44
Highlands At Alexander PointeA4 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1.64
Cortland University CityThe Columbia1BR,1BA$1.62
Alexander VillageVerdoyer1BR,1BA$1.48
Thornberry ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.58
Commons at University SquareA11BR,1BA$1.32

Getting Around the University City North Neighborhood in Charlotte, NC

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

37 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University City North Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University City North?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University City North is at NOVEL Mallard Creek by Crescent Communities listed at $1,375.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University City North Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University City North Apartment is $800 at Walden Station.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University City North Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University City North is starting from $1,065 at Commons at University Square.

What is the most affordable University City North Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap University City North Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cortland University City and starts from $1,664.

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