Cheap Homes for Rent in the University City North Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $400 (6 Rentals)

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525 Lex Dr

CharlotteNC28262

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property at 13511 Porter Creek Rd

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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13511 Porter Creek Rd

CharlotteNC28262

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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 Commons at University Square priced from $1,017. Thornberry Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,145. Here are the most affordable University City North apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Commons at University SquareA21BR,1BA$1,017
Thornberry ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,145
Ashford GreenPine1BR,1BA$1,193

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City North, NC

As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the University City North area is the $1.45 price per square foot C1 Model at The Bellamy in the in the North Charlotte neighborhood starting from $2,040. The second greatest value University City North apartment is the Cameron (C1) Model at Ashley Court Apartments starting at $1,911 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Mineral Springs 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.
The BellamyC13BR,2BA$1.45
Ashley Court ApartmentsCameron (C1)3BR,2.5BA$1.37
Cortland Mallard CreekTillery2BR,2BA$1.42
Campus Walk Condominiums3 Br Student Rental3BR,2BA$0.51
Accent Berkeley PlaceB12BR,2BA$1.50
Hyde Glen Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.32
Mallard Glen and Adams PlaceBradley Renovated2BR,2BA$1.47
MAA City Grand11B1BR,1BA$1.39
Commons at University SquareA21BR,1BA$1.28
University Village at Charlotte4X4 Emerald Package4BR,4BA$1.37

Frequently Asked Questions about University City North

What type of rentals are currently available in University City North?

There are currently 43 Apartments for Rent in University City North, NC with pricing that ranges from $599 to $3,259. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University City North ranging from $400 to $2,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University City North?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University City North ranges from $400 to $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,813.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University City North?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University City North range from $1,353 to $3,259, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $2,490. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,000.

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