
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University City North Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $700 (14 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the University City North area of Charlotte.


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University City North, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University City North?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University City North Studio Apartments | $1,523 | $1,375 | $1,750 |
| University City North 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,320 | $800 | $3,903 |
| University City North 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,705 | $1,065 | $4,248 |
| University City North 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,135 | $1,664 | $4,539 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University City North Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walden Station | 3 Bedroom Handicap | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Commons at University Square | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Ashford Green | Sage | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| Thornberry Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,110 |
| MAA University Lake | 11A | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashley Court Apartments | Cameron (C1) | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.28 |
| The Union Student Living | C3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.59 |
| MAA City Grand | 22A | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| MAA University Lake | 22B | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| The Bellamy | A1 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| Highlands At Alexander Pointe | A4 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Cortland University City | The Columbia | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Alexander Village | Verdoyer | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Thornberry Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Commons at University Square | A1 | 1BR,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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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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