
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wessex Square Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $1,000 (21 Rentals)
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Wessex Square, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wessex Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wessex Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,358 | $1,001 | $1,784 |
| Wessex Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,668 | $1,250 | $2,426 |
| Wessex Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,928 | $1,550 | $2,999 |
| Wessex Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,168 | $1,808 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Wessex Square Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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Cheapest Available Wessex Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wessex Square area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Reserve at Providence priced from $1,001. Retreat at McAlpine Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,065. Here are the most affordable Wessex Square apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve at Providence | Alexander (A1) | 1BR,1BA | $1,001 |
| Retreat at McAlpine Creek | PALISADES | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Dwell at Carmel | 1X1 Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,082 |
| Marquis Carmel Valley | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,211 |
| The Arboretum | The Peachtree | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wessex Square, NC
As of April 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wessex Square area is the $1.80 price per square foot Palisades Two Bedroom |One Bath with Garage Model at Providence Court in the in the Piper Glen Estates neighborhood starting from $1,810. The second greatest value Wessex Square apartment is the Cedar Model at Canopy at Baybrook Apartments starting at $1,390 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Highway 51 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wessex Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Court | Palisades Two Bedroom |One Bath with Garage | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Canopy at Baybrook Apartments | Cedar | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Southpark Commons Apartment Homes | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Brighton Place Apartments | The Pelican | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Cameron South Park | A1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| MAA Beverly Crest | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| The Fairways at Piper Glen Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Marquis Carmel Valley | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Dwell at Carmel | 1x1 Garden Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Retreat at McAlpine Creek | FAIRVIEW | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wessex Square Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wessex Square?
The cheapest apartment in Wessex Square is Reserve at Providence which is listed at $1,001, while the average apartment in Wessex Square costs $21,307.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Wessex Square?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 13 regular apartments in Wessex Square that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Wessex Square?
Cheap apartments in Wessex Square have an average cost of $168 which is $21,139 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wessex Square.
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