
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Charlotte Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $400 (232 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the West Charlotte area of Charlotte.


The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments

Terrace View

304 Hoskins Mill Ln

The Flats at Arrowood

Vivo Living Arbor View

Park Fairfax Apartments

The Flats at Marlowe

Winslow Apartments

The Landing on Farmhurst
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Andover Woods

The Highlands Apartments

Ashford Place

The Villages at Enderly

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Nova Ridge Apartments

513 Honeywood Ave

The Marley

Timberstone

Coffey Creek
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Oak Park at Nations Ford

5347 Esther Ln

Arbor Village

Ponderosa Apartments

Gateway West

MAA LoSo

Flatiron West Trade

Evoke Living at Morris Field
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Accent Southrail

2909 Burgess Drive

Wesley Village

Greenwood Village

4552 Helena St
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West Charlotte, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Charlotte?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Charlotte Studio Apartments | $1,562 | $899 | $2,705 |
| West Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,707 | $670 | $4,766 |
| West Charlotte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,208 | $770 | $10,000+ |
| West Charlotte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,820 | $870 | $10,000+ |
| West Charlotte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,641 | $1,495 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 232 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the West Charlotte Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.
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Cheapest Available West Charlotte Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Charlotte area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Archdale Senior priced from $467. The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $801. Here are the most affordable West Charlotte apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Archdale Senior | A2 30% PBV/TU | 1BR,1BA | $467 |
| The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments | Enderly | 1BR,1BA | $801 |
| The Flats at Arrowood | A1 | Studio,1BA | $859 |
| The Flats at 2109 (Ashley Flats) | B1 TYPE A-T ADA 60% TU | 2BR,2BA | $880 |
| Vivo Living Arbor View | STDO - Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Coronet Way Lofts | S1 Studio / One Bath | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Park Fairfax Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Flats at Marlowe | 21P | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Landing on Farmhurst | Toronto | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Andover Woods | The Ashton | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Charlotte, NC
As of April 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Charlotte area is the $1.28 price per square foot The Alexander Model at Enderly Towns - Townhomes for Rent in Charlotte, NC - Enderly Neighborhood in the in the Biddleville neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value West Charlotte apartment is the 3BR/2.5BA Model at Bellhaven Townhomes starting at $1,995 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the West Charlotte neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Charlotte apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enderly Towns - Townhomes for Rent in Charlotte, NC - Enderly Neighborhood | The Alexander | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.28 |
| Bellhaven Townhomes | 3BR/2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
| Thompson Place Apartments | 4BR/2.0BA | 4BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| 1601 West Townhomes | The Blue Ridge | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| Rise Sunridge | A1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 2909 Burgess Drive | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Exchange at Steele Creek | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Evoke Living at Morris Field | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Mezzanine at Freedom Apartments | Enderly | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Archdale Senior | A2.1-ADA-80% | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across North Carolina and customized analysis for West Charlotte, NC. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Charlotte Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Charlotte?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Charlotte is under $960.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Charlotte?
The cheapest apartment in West Charlotte is Archdale Senior which is listed at $467, while the average apartment in West Charlotte costs $3,307.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Charlotte?
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 76 regular apartments in West Charlotte 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 West Charlotte?
Cheap apartments in West Charlotte have an average cost of $175 which is $3,132 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Charlotte.
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