Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $400 (72 Rentals)

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TOWNES AT UNIVERSITY
$909 - $1,973
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$820 - $1,884
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$909 - $1,973
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TOWNES AT UNIVERSITY

336 Blackhawk RdCharlotte, NC 28213
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Somerset Apartments
$922 - $1,832
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$828 - $1,738
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Somerset Apartments

1400 Ventura Way DrCharlotte, NC 28213
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Hunters Pointe
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$925 - $2,493
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$808 - $2,376
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Hunters Pointe

1841 Prospect DrCharlotte, NC 28213
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Flats at 87Ten
$999 - $1,249
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$984 - $1,234
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$15
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$999 - $1,249
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Flats at 87Ten

8710 Research DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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Woodland Hollow
$1,010 - $2,720
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$921 - $2,631
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$89
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$1,010 - $2,720
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Woodland Hollow

6205 Dove Tree LnCharlotte, NC 28213
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Waterford Hills
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$1,019 - $5,087
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$991 - $5,059
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$28
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$1,019 - $5,087
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Waterford Hills

6219 Waterford Hills DrCharlotte, NC 28269
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Wexford Apartment Homes
$1,045 - $2,753
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$962 - $2,670
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$83
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$1,045 - $2,753
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Wexford Apartment Homes

1811 Wexford Meadows LnCharlotte, NC 28262
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Trailside NoDa
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$1,074 - $3,163
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$950 - $3,039
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$124
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$1,074 - $3,163
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Trailside NoDa

1030 Stitch Bend WayCharlotte, NC 28206
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The Marigold
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$1,107 - $1,637
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$1,095 - $1,625
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$1,107 - $1,637
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The Marigold

1801 Willow Haven LnCharlotte, NC 28262
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Mason
$1,133 - $2,643
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$1,103 - $2,613
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Mason

8515 University Executive Park DrCharlotte, NC 28262
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Northlake
$1,135 - $5,214
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$1,084 - $5,163
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Northlake

8215 Crescent Ridge DrCharlotte, NC 28269
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Harris Pond
$1,195 - $4,310
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$1,129 - $4,244
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Harris Pond

8301 Harris Pond LnCharlotte, NC 28269
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Rodden Square Apartments
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Rodden Square Apartments

7115 Rodden Mill CtCharlotte, NC 28262
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Rosewood Commons
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Rosewood Commons

6405 W Sugar Creek RdCharlotte, NC 28269
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Bingham Park Apartments
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Bingham Park Apartments

3015 J H Wheeler StCharlotte, NC 28213
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Meadowbrook Apartments
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Meadowbrook Apartments

2320 Ginger LnCharlotte, NC 28213
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University, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at Union at Tryon priced from $498. Vivo Living Charlotte University has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $879. Here are the most affordable University apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Union at TryonStudio, 1 Bath, 521 Sq. Ft.Studio,1BA$498
Vivo Living Charlotte UniversitySTDO - Classic StudioStudio,1BA$879
Cedar Greene ApartmentsClassic Garden1BR,1BA$899
TOWNES AT UNIVERSITYMadison1BR,1BA$909
Somerset ApartmentsSTUDIO ONE BATHStudio,1BA$922
Hunters PointeOne Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$925
Pavilion at UCStudio Standard - Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$925
The CharlieS1Studio,1BA$930
Crossing at Reedy CreekStudio Standard - Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, NC

As of March 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the University area is the $1.28 price per square foot The North Davidson Model at Crossings at NoDa - Townhomes for Rent in Charlotte NC in the in the Tryon Hills neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value University apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Spire Apartments starting at $1,549 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Crossings at NoDa - Townhomes for Rent in Charlotte NCThe North Davidson3BR,3.5BA$1.28
Spire Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.96
Prosperity View Townhomes3 Bed 3 Bath – End Unit3BR,3BA$1.25
The Lodge at Mallard Creek ApartmentsB3 - The Fernwood2BR,2BA$1.08
Halton ParkDerby2BR,2BA$1.12
9523 University Terrace Dr, Unit Apt M University terrace9523 University Terrace Dr4BR,2BA$0.50
Yugo Charlotte College Downs2 Bed, 2 Bath Standard2BR,2BA$0.89
Ashley Court ApartmentsAshley (A1)1BR,1.5BA$1.21
Latitude 492 BEDROOM, 2 BATH2BR,2BA$0.87
Commons at University SquareA21BR,1BA$1.28

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across North Carolina, including Charlotte. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in University?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University is under $975.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in University?

The cheapest apartment in University is Cedar Greene Apartments which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in University costs $2,033.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in University?

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 245 regular apartments in University 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?

Cheap apartments in University have an average cost of $516 which is $1,517 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University.

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