Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $300 (54 Rentals)

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Autumn Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Place

321 N Davidson StCharlotte, NC 28202
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940 Brevard
1 Bedroom Apartments

940 Brevard

940 N Brevard StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Strawn Tower
Studio Apartments

Strawn Tower

1225 S Caldwell StCharlotte, NC 28203
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Vistas @ 707
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vistas @ 707

707 Seigle AveCharlotte, NC 28204
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Catherine 36
1 Bedroom Apartments

Catherine 36

109 W Catherine StCharlotte, NC 28203
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Cedar Oaks
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Oaks

801 Cates StCharlotte, NC 28202

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Dunloe Charlotte
1 Bedroom Apartments

Dunloe Charlotte

121 Sylvania AveCharlotte, NC 28206
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Alpha Mill
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alpha Mill

220 Alpha Mill LnCharlotte, NC 28206
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Varick on 7th
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Varick on 7th

721 E 7th StCharlotte, NC 28202
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Uptown, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Uptown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Elevate Tryon priced from $1,095. MAA Gateway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable Uptown apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elevate Tryon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,095
MAA GatewayStudio 0x1 516-669 SFStudio,1BA$1,175
300 Optimist ParkStudio (SPECIALS)Studio,1BA$1,195
Midtown 205S3Studio,1BA$1,215
Edgeline Flats on DavidsonMonorail1BR,1BA$1,225
Gateway WestGroveStudio,1BA$1,237
The AscherS3Studio,1BA$1,260
Uptown GardensA11BR,1BA$1,280
415 Flats1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,295
Cadence Music FactoryA11BR,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown, NC

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown area is the $1.82 price per square foot 32L Model at MAA Enclave in the in the Elizabeth neighborhood starting from $2,613. The second greatest value Uptown apartment is the 1260 Duncan Gardens Dr Model at 1260 Duncan Gardens Dr, Unit 1260 starting at $1,695 with a $1.48 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
MAA Enclave32L3BR,2BA$1.82
1260 Duncan Gardens Dr, Unit 12601260 Duncan Gardens Dr2BR,2BA$1.48
Elevate Tryon1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.10
The Mint 4251HR1BR,1BA$2.05
Centric Gateway1F1BR,1BA$2.03
Uptown GardensA21BR,1BA$1.69
Edgeline Flats on DavidsonMonorail1BR,1BA$1.66
415 Flats1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.93
MAA GatewayStudio 0x1 516-669 SFStudio ,1BA$1.76
Gateway WestGroveStudio ,1BA$2.03

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Uptown, Charlotte, NC

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Charlotte. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, apartment communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 MAA Gateway listed at $1,175.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Apartment is $1,095 at Elevate Tryon.

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 $1,495 at 415 Flats.

What is the most affordable Uptown Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Uptown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at MAA Enclave and starts from $2,613.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC

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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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