
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $300 (40 Rentals)
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Uptown, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Uptown Studio Apartments | $1,735 | $895 | $4,099 |
Uptown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,170 | $1,095 | $5,630 |
Uptown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,113 | $1,420 | $9,047 |
Uptown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,389 | $1,951 | $10,000+ |
Uptown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,058 | $2,200 | $9,856 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Uptown Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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Cheapest Available Uptown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at Elevate Tryon priced from $895. The Winnifred has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,186. Here are the most affordable Uptown apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Elevate Tryon | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $895 |
The Winnifred | S1.1 | Studio,1BA | $1,186 |
MAA Uptown | Studio 0x1 509-566 SF | Studio,1BA | $1,190 |
Edgeline Flats on Davidson | Monorail | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Uptown Gardens | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,240 |
The Ascher | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,243 |
Gateway West | Grove | Studio,1BA | $1,360 |
Dunloe Charlotte | A4A - 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
Alton Optimist Park | Ashcat | Studio,1BA | $1,370 |
Alton Mill District | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,380 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown, NC
As of August 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown area is the $1.48 price per square foot 32N Model at MAA Enclave in the in the Elizabeth neighborhood starting from $2,258. The second greatest value Uptown apartment is the D1 Model at The Kensington starting at $2,200 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Biddleville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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MAA Enclave | 32N | 3BR,2BA | $1.48 |
The Kensington | D1 | 4BR,2BA | $1.64 |
Crest Gateway | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
244 S Cedar St, Unit 1 | 244 S Cedar St | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
Alpha Mill | 2x2-B2u | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
415 Flats | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
MAA Gateway | Traditional 1x1 702-808 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Uptown Gardens | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Dunloe Charlotte | A4A - 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
Edgeline Flats on Davidson | Monorail | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Uptown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Uptown is at Elevate Tryon listed at $895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Apartment is $1,225 at Edgeline Flats on Davidson.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Uptown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Uptown is starting from $1,415 at Uptown Gardens.
What is the most affordable Uptown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Uptown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Ascher and starts from $1,951.
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