9548 University Terrace Dr
CharlotteNC28262
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Pavilion at UC
10425 Wheatside DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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University City, Charlotte, NC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University City Studio Apartments | $1,471 | $950 | $1,619 |
| University City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,620 | $1,050 | $2,174 |
| University City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,903 | $985 | $2,624 |
| University City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,804 | $925 | $3,384 |
| University City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $861 | $704 | $2,100 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, NC
As of March 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $1.38 price per square foot C1 Model at Thornberry Apartments in the in the University City neighborhood starting from $1,765. The second greatest value University City apartment is the B1 Model at Alexan Overlook starting at $2,059 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the University City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornberry Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Alexan Overlook | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| Hyde Glen | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Halton Park | Stanley | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Latitude 49 | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Cortland Mallard Creek | Jordan | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Ashford Green | Hunter | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Mallard Creek | The Briar | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Cortland University North | Bruton Smith | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| University Townhomes at Charlotte | 4 Bedroom Standard | 4BR,4BA | $1.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University City is under $1,315.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University City?
The cheapest apartment in University City is Pavilion at UC which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in University City costs $2,037.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University City?
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 35 regular apartments in University City 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?
Cheap apartments in University City have an average cost of $314 which is $1,723 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University City.
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