Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $400 (6 Rentals)

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University City, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

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 $1,000. Halton Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,040. Here are the most affordable University City apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pavilion at UCStudio Standard - Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$1,000
Halton ParkWimbledon1BR,1BA$1,040
Ashford GreenSage1BR,1BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, NC

As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $0.59 price per square foot C3 Model at The Union Student Living in the in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood starting from $740. The second greatest value University City apartment is the 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH Model at Latitude 49 starting at $759 with a $0.84 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Union Student LivingC33BR,3BA$0.59
Latitude 492 BEDROOM, 2 BATH2BR,2BA$0.84
Halton ParkWimbledon1BR,1BA$1.24
Highlands At Alexander PointeA4 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1.64
Cortland Mallard CreekHyco1BR,1BA$1.78
Thornberry ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.58
Mallard CreekThe Briar1BR,1BA$1.73
Cortland University NorthBruton Smith1BR,1BA$1.81
Ashford GreenSage1BR,1BA$1.91
University Townhomes at Charlotte4 Bedroom First Floor4BR,4BA$1.37

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University City, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #139

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University City is at Pavilion at UC listed at $1,000.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University City Apartment is $1,040 at Halton Park.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University City is starting from $1,224 at Halton Park.

What is the most affordable University City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap University City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Halton Park and starts from $1,416.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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