Cheap Homes for Rent in Uptown Charlotte Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $1,000 (28 Rentals)

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property at 515 N Church St

$1,349

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

515 N Church St

CharlotteNC28202

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property at 715 N Church St

$1,350 - $1,750

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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715 N Church St

CharlotteNC28202
property at 715 N Church St

$1,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

715 N Church St

CharlotteNC28202
property at 716 N Davidson St

$1,550

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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716 N Davidson St

CharlotteNC28202

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property at 718 W Trade St

$1,625 - $5,400

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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718 W Trade St

CharlotteNC28202
property at 210 N Church St

$1,675 - $1,750

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

210 N Church St

CharlotteNC28202

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property at 300 W 5th St

$1,625 - $2,350

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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300 W 5th St

CharlotteNC28202

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Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Uptown Charlotte Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Charlotte area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at MAA Gateway priced from $882. Kinship has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Uptown Charlotte apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MAA GatewayStudio 0x1 324-882 SFStudio,1BA$882
KinshipCL11BR,1BA$999
MAA UptownStudio 0x1 509-566 SFStudio,1BA$1,070
Link Apartments® Mint StreetS1-AStudio,1BA$1,071
Elevate Tryon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,095
Alpha Mill0X1-S1Studio,1BA$1,099
Gateway WestVictoriaStudio,1BA$1,099
The AscherS5Studio,1BA$1,132
Uptown GardensA21BR,1BA$1,205
Midtown 205S3Studio,1BA$1,210

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Charlotte, NC

As of January 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown Charlotte area is the $1.42 price per square foot Phoenix Model at Townes at Five Points in the in the Biddleville neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Uptown Charlotte apartment is the 22f Model at MAA Enclave starting at $1,498 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Elizabeth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Charlotte apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Townes at Five PointsPhoenix3BR,3.5BA$1.42
MAA Enclave22f2BR,2BA$1.19
911 E 8th St, Unit 911911 E 8th St2BR,2BA$2.02
The KensingtonC13BR,2BA$2.00
MAA GatewayTraditional 1x1 702-808 SF1BR,1BA$1.69
Uptown GardensA21BR,1BA$1.56
Elevate Tryon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.56
Alton Optimist ParkAshcatStudio ,1BA$1.94
Gateway WestVictoriaStudio ,1BA$1.93
MAA UptownStudio 0x1 509-566 SFStudio ,1BA$2.02

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #28

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Uptown Charlotte

What type of rentals are currently available in Uptown Charlotte?

There are currently 154 Apartments for Rent in Uptown Charlotte, NC with pricing that ranges from $645 to $16,112. There are also 182 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Uptown Charlotte ranging from $1,000 to $7,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Uptown Charlotte?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Uptown Charlotte ranges from $1,000 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,662.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Uptown Charlotte?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Uptown Charlotte range from $845 to $16,112, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,599 to $7,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,499 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,005.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC

Written by: Carrie Catalano

I'm Carrie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charlotte, North Carolina. I moved to the Triangle area of North Carolina in the summer of 2024 and have been exploring the state since.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.