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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University City South Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $600 (13 Rentals)
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1201 Campus Pointe CtCharlotte, NC 28262
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11015 Education WayCharlotte, NC 28262
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11015 Education WayCharlotte, NC 28262
1610 Arlyn Cir
CharlotteNC28213
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Vivo Living Charlotte University
123 McCullough DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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Mallard Creek
420 Michelle Linnea DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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from $1,062Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 14
Vivo Living Charlotte
8503 N Tryon StCharlotte, NC 28262
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from $1,1111 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Piedmont
1301 Ivy Meadow DrCharlotte, NC 28213
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Heather Ridge
8800 Meadow Vista RdCharlotte, NC 28213
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Ashford Green
230 Barton Creek DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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MAA Chancellor Park
8215 University RdgCharlotte, NC 28213
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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 | $1,306 | $999 | $2,099 |
| University City South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,398 | $700 | $4,408 |
| University City South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,712 | $939 | $4,918 |
| University City South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,939 | $970 | $4,138 |
| University City South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $798 | $699 | $859 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Walden Station priced from $720. Vivo Living Charlotte University has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable University City South apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Walden Station | 3 Bedroom 3 Bath Unit A | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
| Vivo Living Charlotte University | Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Mallard Creek | The Briar | 1BR,1BA | $1,024 |
| Vivo Living Charlotte | The Fitz Premier | Studio,1BA | $1,053 |
| The Piedmont | 1x1-648 | 1BR,1BA | $1,111 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City South, NC
As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the University City South area is the $1.26 price per square foot Nottingham Model at MAA Chancellor Park in the in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood starting from $1,553. The second greatest value University City South apartment is the 32A Model at MAA University Lake starting at $1,633 with a $1.36 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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| MAA Chancellor Park | Nottingham | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| MAA University Lake | 32A | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| The Mill | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| Junction 49 | 2BR/2BA - B4 | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Yugo Charlotte College Downs | 2 Bed, 2 Bath Classic | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| MAA City Grand | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Magnolia Terrace | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Commons at University Square | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Ashford Green | Hunter | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Mallard Creek | The Briar | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Getting Around the University City South Neighborhood in Charlotte, NC
Walk Score®
50 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
39 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
44 / 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 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 $1,220.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University City South?
The cheapest apartment in University City South is Walden Station which is listed at $720, while the average apartment in University City South costs $1,685.
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 32 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 $422 which is $1,263 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University City South.
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