
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University City South Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $750 (20 Rentals)
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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 | $1,396 | $984 | $2,305 |
| University City South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,307 | $754 | $2,255 |
| University City South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,641 | $959 | $3,644 |
| University City South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,897 | $1,020 | $3,259 |
| University City South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,039 | $769 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University City South Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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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 Commons at University Square priced from $874. The Spoke at McCullough Station has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $984. Here are the most affordable University City South apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commons at University Square | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $874 |
| The Spoke at McCullough Station | The Hendrick (S1) | Studio,1BA | $984 |
| Magnolia Terrace | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,027 |
| The Piedmont | 1x1-648 Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1,089 |
| Vivo Living Charlotte University | Deluxe Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,144 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City South, NC
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the University City South area is the $0.51 price per square foot 3 Br Student Rental Model at Campus Walk Condominiums in the in the East Charlotte neighborhood starting from $575. The second greatest value University City South apartment is the Carrington Model at MAA Chancellor Park starting at $1,238 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Back Creek Downs 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Walk Condominiums | 3 Br Student Rental | 3BR,2BA | $0.51 |
| MAA Chancellor Park | Carrington | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Union at Tryon | 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 984 Sq. Ft. | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Arcadia | 2BR/2BA - Sycamore - Standard | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| MAA City Grand | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Yugo Charlotte College Downs | 2 Bed, 2 Bath Plus | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Commons at University Square | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Ashford Green | Hunter | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| The Piedmont | 1x1-648 Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Magnolia Terrace | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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 $1,266.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University City South?
The cheapest apartment in University City South is Commons at University Square which is listed at $872, while the average apartment in University City South costs $1,396.
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 37 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 $490 which is $906 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University City South.
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