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Union at Tryon
302 Hampton Church RdCharlotte, NC 28262
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Vivo Living Charlotte University
123 McCullough DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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8301 Paces Oaks BlvdCharlotte, NC 28213
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Vivo Living Charlotte
8503 N Tryon StCharlotte, NC 28262
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MAA Chancellor Park
8215 University RdgCharlotte, NC 28213
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1301 Ivy Meadow DrCharlotte, NC 28213
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Mason
8515 University Executive Park DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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MAA University Lake
9401 Grove Hill DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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420 Michelle Linnea DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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MAA City Grand
608 McCullough DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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230 Barton Creek DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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Heather Ridge
8800 Meadow Vista RdCharlotte, NC 28213
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8424 N Tryon St
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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 | $1,260 | $498 | $2,162 |
| University City South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,299 | $800 | $2,195 |
| University City South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $919 | $3,070 |
| University City South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,846 | $1,025 | $4,938 |
| University City South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $983 | $769 | $2,100 |
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Cheapest Available University City South Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University City South area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at Union at Tryon priced from $498. Vivo Living Charlotte University has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $879. Here are the most affordable University City South apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union at Tryon | Studio, 1 Bath, 521 Sq. Ft. | Studio,1BA | $498 |
| Vivo Living Charlotte University | STDO - Classic Studio | Studio,1BA | $879 |
| The Spoke at McCullough | The Hendrick (S1) | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Magnolia Terrace | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,013 |
| Commons at University Square | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,017 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City South, NC
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the University City South area is the $0.89 price per square foot 2 Bed, 2 Bath Standard Model at Yugo Charlotte College Downs in the in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood starting from $919. The second greatest value University City South apartment is the 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 984 Sq. Ft. Model at Union at Tryon starting at $1,348 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 South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Yugo Charlotte College Downs | 2 Bed, 2 Bath Standard | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| Union at Tryon | 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 984 Sq. Ft. | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Heather Ridge | Bradley Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| MAA City Grand | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| The Piedmont | 1x1-802 Full Renovation | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Commons at University Square | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| MAA University Lake | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Ashford Green | Hunter | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| MAA Chancellor Park | Windsor | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Magnolia Terrace | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
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 $1,244.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University City South?
The cheapest apartment in University City South is Union at Tryon which is listed at $927, while the average apartment in University City South costs $1,627.
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 124 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 $624 which is $1,003 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University City South.
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