
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Charlotte Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $300 (57 Rentals)
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508 N Tryon St

MAA Gateway

Flatiron West Trade

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J Optimist Park

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415 Flats

Arlo

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Alton Optimist Park

Gateway West
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The Ellis

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The Carson

The Francis

MAA South Line

Varick on 7th

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425 Grandin Rd, Unit 3

Triton Uptown
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630 Calvert St, Unit 207

630 Calvert St, Unit #207

MAA Enclave

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Trella Uptown

The Paces South End

Bond on Mint

Bell Uptown Charlotte

650 E Brooklyn Vlg Ave

Graham House

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Park and Kingston

500 West Trade

Autumn Place

Anita Stroud Senior Complex

940 Brevard

Greenhaven Townhouses

Strawn Tower

707 Grandin Rd

First Ward Place
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217 Auten St

Cedar Oaks

Alpha Mill

708 Summit

The Village on Morehead

Uptown Gardens
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Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown Charlotte?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown Charlotte Studio Apartments | $1,600 | $895 | $2,689 |
| Uptown Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $670 | $5,782 |
| Uptown Charlotte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,812 | $770 | $10,000+ |
| Uptown Charlotte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,015 | $870 | $10,000+ |
| Uptown Charlotte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,242 | $2,122 | $9,346 |
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There are currently 57 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Uptown Charlotte Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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Cheapest Available Uptown Charlotte Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Charlotte area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Elevate Tryon priced from $989. MAA Gateway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,015. Here are the most affordable Uptown Charlotte apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevate Tryon | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $989 |
| MAA Gateway | Studio 0x1 324-410 SF | Studio,1BA | $1,015 |
| Kinship | CL1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,116 |
| 415 Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Arlo | Trade | 1BR,1BA | $1,209 |
| The Ascher | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,224 |
| Alton Optimist Park | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| Gateway West | Victoria | Studio,1BA | $1,235 |
| 708 Summit | A3A One Bedroom / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Alton Mill District | S1.1 | Studio,1BA | $1,270 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Charlotte, NC
As of August 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown Charlotte area is the $1.47 price per square foot Phoenix Model at Townes at Five Points in the in the Biddleville neighborhood starting from $2,323. The second greatest value Uptown Charlotte apartment is the D1 Model at The Kensington starting at $2,115 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Biddleville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Charlotte apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townes at Five Points | Phoenix | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.47 |
| The Kensington | D1 | 4BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| MAA Enclave | 22f | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Flatiron West Trade | Cypress | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| The Calvert | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| MAA Gateway | Studio 0x1 861-882 SF | Studio ,1BA | $1.61 |
| 708 Summit | A3A One Bedroom / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Uptown Gardens | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Elevate Tryon | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 415 Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Charlotte Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Uptown Charlotte?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Uptown Charlotte is at The Ascher listed at $1,149.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Charlotte Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Charlotte Apartment is $989 at Elevate Tryon.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Uptown Charlotte Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Uptown Charlotte is starting from $1,395 at 415 Flats.
What is the most affordable Uptown Charlotte Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Uptown Charlotte Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Kensington and starts from $2,013.
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