
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the University City South Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $919 (11 Rentals)


MAA Chancellor Park

Heather Ridge

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Union at Tryon

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University City South, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University City South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University City South Studio Apartments | $1,371 | $959 | $2,152 |
| University City South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,276 | $800 | $2,100 |
University City South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $919 | $3,070 |
| University City South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,012 | $1,495 | $4,954 |
| University City South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,017 | $769 | $2,100 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University City South Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University City South Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University City South?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University City South is under $1,232.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University City South?
The cheapest apartment in University City South is MAA Chancellor Park which is listed at $1,178, while the average apartment in University City South costs $1,802.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University City South?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 104 regular apartments in University City South that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in University City South?
Cheap apartments in University City South have an average cost of $564 which is $1,238 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University City South.
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