Cheap Homes for Rent in University City South Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $500 (7 Rentals)

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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. Walden Station has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable University City South apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Union at TryonStudio, 1 Bath, 521 Sq. Ft.Studio,1BA$498
Walden Station3 Bedroom Handicap1BR,1BA$800
Commons at University SquareA11BR,1BA$942

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City South, NC

As of December 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the University City South area is the $0.51 price per square foot 4 Bed, 4 Bath Model at Yugo Charlotte College Downs in the in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood starting from $769. The second greatest value University City South apartment is the 22B Model at MAA City Grand starting at $1,733 with a $1.50 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Yugo Charlotte College Downs4 Bed, 4 Bath4BR,4BA$0.51
MAA City Grand22B2BR,2BA$1.50
Union at Tryon2 Bed, 2 Bath, 984 Sq. Ft.2BR,2BA$1.37
Magnolia Terrace1B1BR,1BA$1.36
MAA University Lake11A1BR,1BA$1.44
Ashford GreenHunter1BR,1BA$1.44
Commons at University SquareA11BR,1BA$1.39
Mallard CreekThe Briar1BR,1BA$1.89
MAA Chancellor ParkWindsor1BR,1BA$1.78
Verde at McCullough StationS1Studio ,1BA$1.76

Frequently Asked Questions about University City South

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

There are currently 37 Apartments for Rent in University City South, NC with pricing that ranges from $498 to $4,067. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University City South ranging from $550 to $2,750.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University City South ranges from $550 to $2,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,488.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University City South range from $999 to $4,067, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,345 to $2,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,329 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $769.

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