
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Park Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $400 (32 Rentals)
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Terrace View

304 Hoskins Mill Ln

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The Villages at Enderly

West Downs Apartments

325 S Gardner Ave

2621 Druid Hls Wy

Anita Stroud Senior Complex

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Gables at Druid Hills II Senior Apartments

Nia Point

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2626 Lasalle St

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304 Hoskins Mill Ln

Terrace View Senior Apartments

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Lynnwood Garden Apartments

2728 Remington St

4100 Glenwood Dr

The Flats at 2200
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University Park, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Park Studio Apartments | $1,235 | $1,039 | $1,566 |
| University Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $670 | $3,354 |
| University Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,896 | $770 | $3,825 |
| University Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,272 | $870 | $6,227 |
| University Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,424 | $1,495 | $3,075 |
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Cheapest Available University Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Park area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Kinship priced from $999. Link Apartments® CYKEL has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,039. Here are the most affordable University Park apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kinship | CL1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Link Apartments® CYKEL | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,039 |
| Thompson Place Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Birch Townhomes | 2x1 Flat Standard-Call for Availability | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Villages at Enderly | THE MAGNOLIA - One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| West Downs Apartments | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,096 |
| Coronet Way Lofts | S2 Studio / One Bath w/Balcony | Studio,1BA | $1,127 |
| The Alexander Apartment Homes | The Belmont | 2BR,2BA | $1,159 |
| The Stevenson Apartments at Brightwalk | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,161 |
| Nu Wesley East | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Park, NC
As of March 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Park area is the $1.54 price per square foot Asher Model at Abode at Greenway in the in the Biddleville neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value University Park apartment is the Phoenix Model at Townes at Five Points starting at $2,175 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Biddleville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abode at Greenway | Asher | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.54 |
| Townes at Five Points | Phoenix | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.37 |
| One West End | The James | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.60 |
| Thompson Place Apartments | 4 Bedroom Townhouse Move In Ready! Open House F... | 4BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Crest Gateway | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Birch Townhomes | 3x2 Flat B--Call for Availability | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| The Stevenson Apartments at Brightwalk | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| The Alexander Apartment Homes | The Belmont | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Oaklawn West | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Nu Wesley East | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Park is under $1,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Park?
The cheapest apartment in University Park is Kinship which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in University Park costs $3,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Park?
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 8 regular apartments in University Park 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 Park?
Cheap apartments in University Park have an average cost of $148 which is $2,852 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Park.
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