
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $500 (22 Rentals)
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9523 University Terrace Dr, Unit M

9523 University Terrace Dr, Unit M

Room in Townhome on Lex Dr

Room in Townhome on Bunclody Dr

Pavilion at UC

Mallard Glen and Adams Place
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Halton Park

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Highlands at Alexander Pointe

Ashford Green

Latitude at Mallard Creek

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Hyde Glen Apartments

655 W Mallard Creek Church Rd, Unit 02-005

655 W Mallard Creek Church Rd, Unit 04-305

655 W Mallard Creek Church Rd, Unit 04-212

Villas at Mallard Creek

Mallard Green

Cortland Mallard Creek
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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 | $1,467 | $925 | $1,605 |
| University City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,567 | $1,050 | $2,180 |
| University City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,902 | $1,133 | $2,630 |
| University City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,767 | $740 | $3,085 |
| University City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $831 | $500 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the University City Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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Cheapest Available University City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University City area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at Pavilion at UC priced from $925. Halton Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,105. Here are the most affordable University City apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pavilion at UC | Studio Standard - Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Halton Park | Wimbledon | 1BR,1BA | $1,105 |
| Thornberry Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Ashford Green | Hunter | 1BR,1BA | $1,169 |
| Cortland University North | Bruton Smith | 1BR,1BA | $1,187 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, NC
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $0.58 price per square foot D1A Model at The Drake in the in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood starting from $830. The second greatest value University City apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Hyde Glen Apartments starting at $1,425 with a $1.32 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Drake | D1A | 4BR,4BA | $0.58 |
| Hyde Glen Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| 9523 University Terrace Dr, Unit Apt M University terrace | 9523 University Terrace Dr | 4BR,2BA | $0.46 |
| Halton Park | Stanley | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Mallard Glen and Adams Place | Bradley Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Latitude 49 | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Cortland Mallard Creek | Jordan | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Highlands at Alexander Pointe | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Ashford Green | Hunter | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Thornberry Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
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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 $1,312.
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 $1,898.
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 31 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 $338 which is $1,560 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University City.
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