
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $313 (92 Rentals)
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Elevate Tryon

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300 Optimist Park

108 Sylvania Ave

Edgeline Flats on Davidson

Flatiron West Trade

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415 Flats

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J Optimist Park

Gateway West

MAA Gateway
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Alton Optimist Park

Uptown Gardens

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MAA South Line

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The Ellis

MAA Plaza Midwood

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The Carson

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Trella Uptown

MAA 1225

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Park and Kingston

650 E Brooklyn Vlg Ave

Graham House

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Uptown 550
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210 N Church St, Unit 1811

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The Reed

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The Crown of Queen City

780 N Davidson St

MAA Enclave

715 N Church St, Unit 701

The Prospect

500 West Trade

710 W Trade St, Unit Gateway Loft #302

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900 N Tryon St, Unit 2116

900 N Tryon St, Unit 3116

900 N Tryon St, Unit 4116

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Hanover Dilworth

229 N Poplar St, Unit St. Peter's 26

900 N Tryon St, Unit 6116

900 N Tryon St, Unit 5116

900 N Tryon St, Unit 3112

900 N Tryon St, Unit 4112

900 N Tryon St, Unit 2112
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown Studio Apartments | $1,562 | $925 | $2,644 |
| Uptown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,917 | $989 | $6,500 |
| Uptown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,801 | $1,095 | $10,000+ |
| Uptown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,937 | $1,740 | $10,000+ |
| Uptown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,219 | $2,266 | $9,301 |
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There are currently 92 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 300 Optimist Park priced from $1,095. Edgeline Flats on Davidson has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable Uptown apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 300 Optimist Park | Studio - 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Edgeline Flats on Davidson | Monorail | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Dunloe Charlotte | A2 - 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| The Ascher | S4-S | Studio,1BA | $1,166 |
| Alton Mill District | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,167 |
| 415 Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Alton Optimist Park | 1C | 1BR,1BA | $1,216 |
| Alpha Mill | 1X1-A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Uptown Gardens | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,254 |
| Broadstone Craft | A0 | Studio,1BA | $1,297 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown, NC
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown area is the $1.36 price per square foot 23J Model at MAA Enclave in the in the Elizabeth neighborhood starting from $1,908. The second greatest value Uptown apartment is the 911 E 8th St Model at 911 E 8th St, Unit 911 starting at $2,100 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Elizabeth 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAA Enclave | 23J | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| 911 E 8th St, Unit 911 | 911 E 8th St | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| Flatiron West Trade | Maple | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| MAA Gateway | Studio 0x1 861-882 SF | Studio ,1BA | $1.64 |
| Uptown Gardens | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Edgeline Flats on Davidson | Monorail | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| MAA Uptown | Traditional 1x1 689-710 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| 415 Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Dunloe Charlotte | A2 - 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Alton Optimist Park | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.89 |
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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 300 Optimist Park listed at $1,095.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Apartment is $1,125 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 $1,475 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 Kensington and starts from $1,993.
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