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10559 Bunclody Dr
CharlotteNC28213
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $700 (7 Rentals)
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CharlotteNC28213
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$950 - $1,525Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Pavilion at UC
10425 Wheatside DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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$970 - $3,7751 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Mallard Creek
420 Michelle Linnea DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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Halton Park
17701 Halton Park DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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Ashford Green
230 Barton Creek 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 | $1,142 | $950 | $1,265 |
| University City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,320 | $970 | $3,903 |
| University City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,510 | $940 | $3,633 |
| University City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,741 | $895 | $3,397 |
| University City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $774 | $750 | $790 |
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There are currently 7 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 $985. Ashford Green has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,035. 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 | $985 |
| Ashford Green | Sage | 1BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| Halton Park | Wimbledon | 1BR,1BA | $1,071 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, NC
As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $1.20 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Hyde Glen in the in the University City neighborhood starting from $1,299. The second greatest value University City apartment is the Bradley Renovated Model at Mallard Glen and Adams Place starting at $1,439 with a $1.53 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyde Glen | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Mallard Glen and Adams Place | Bradley Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Latitude 49 | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Halton Park | Wimbledon | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Thornberry Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Cortland Mallard Creek | Hyco | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Cortland University North | Bruton Smith | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Accent Berkeley Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Ashford Green | Sage | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| University Townhomes at Charlotte | 4 Bedroom First Floor | 4BR,4BA | $1.37 |
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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 $1,299.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University City?
The cheapest apartment in University City is Mallard Creek which is listed at $970, while the average apartment in University City costs $1,744.
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 30 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 $434 which is $1,310 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University City.
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