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The Artisan
510 W Tremont AveCharlotte, NC 28203
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Elan LoSo
4612 Gilead StCharlotte, NC 28217
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$1,524 - $3,138Special Offer
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Levels at LoSo
3310 S Tryon StCharlotte, NC 28217
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$1,449 - $3,988Special Offer
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Madison LoSo
4225 N Tryon StCharlotte, NC 28217
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$915 - $1,550Special Offer
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The Marley
1100 Falls Creek LnCharlotte, NC 28209
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$1,340 - $2,980Special Offer
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Bask Apartments
13531 Rigsby RdCharlotte, NC 28273
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$1,418 - $2,408
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Bolton West Charlotte
4008 Fire Creek RdCharlotte, NC 28214
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$1,514 - $1,870Special Offer
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Westgate Landing
3145 Prado LnCharlotte, NC 28214
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$1,309 - $3,104
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Broadstone West End
2220 Wilkinson BlvdCharlotte, NC 28208
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$1,404 - $2,564Special Offer
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NOVEL River District By Crescent Communities
6006 Intertwine StCharlotte, NC 28278
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The Kingsman
4720 Nations Crossing RdCharlotte, NC 28217
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$1,375 - $5,914Special Offer
2 Months Free Sign a 13-Month Lease and get UP TO 8- WEEKS FREE! Contact the leasing office for pricing, and specials on specific selections
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Adler Montford Park + Drexel Townes
1351 E Woodlawn RdCharlotte, NC 28209
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$1,669 - $13,235Special Offer
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Hawkins Press
2200 Dunavant StCharlotte, NC 28203
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Prose Rhyne
225 Rhyne RdCharlotte, NC 28214
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The Perch
718 Gesco StCharlotte, NC 28208
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$1,600 - $4,046Special Offer
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Bond on Mint
1007 S Mint StCharlotte, NC 28203
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$1,223 - $2,100Special Offer
2 Months Free 8 Weeks FREE When You Lease TODAY! Limited Availability – Contact Us For Details.
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1001 Tyvola
2051 Establishment WayCharlotte, NC 28217
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$1,145 - $3,551Special Offer
1 Month Free Up to 1.5 months free on select floor plans! *Some restrictions apply. Must apply by 8/15/2026. Contact leasing office for more
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Link Apartments® Montford
1615 Mockingbird LnCharlotte, NC 28209
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$1,397 - $2,838Special Offer
1 Month Free Lease by 7/31, Get 6 Weeks Free!
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Selene at Southline Apartments
2520 South BlvdCharlotte, NC 28203
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Parkside at South Tryon
605 Candler LnCharlotte, NC 28217
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Wildwood Apartments
1022-1026 Forest Oak DrCharlotte, NC 28209
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$1,175 - $2,828Special Offer
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Abberly Woods Apartment Homes
5301 Roundstone WayCharlotte, NC 28216
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Winslow Apartments
7600 Antlers LnCharlotte, NC 28210
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$1,199 - $2,565Special Offer
2 Months Free Enjoy Reduced Rates & Up To 2 Months Free! Also enjoy a $99 app & admin fee special. *Restrictions may apply. New applications
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Madison Ashley Park
2220 Berryhill RdCharlotte, NC 28208
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$1,155 - $2,090Special Offer
2 Months Free Move in by 7/24 and Get Two Months Free + $1000 Off!! Two Bedrooms starting under $1,500 in the heart of Uptown- Select Floorp
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Flatiron West Trade
1005 W Trade StCharlotte, NC 28202
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$1,720 - $2,659Special Offer
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Junction 1504
1504 Mainline BlvdCharlotte, NC 28203
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$1,956 - $2,625
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Yardly City Park
1511 Splash Pad CtCharlotte, NC 28217
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Hanover South End
2120 Dunavant StCharlotte, NC 28203
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Easton at Mountain Island
6015 Mar Dhea LnCharlotte, NC 28214
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$1,314 - $2,807
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Perimeter Pointe
2546 Perimeter Pointe PkyCharlotte, NC 28208
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Sonderly at the Concourse
1035 Strensall LnCharlotte, NC 28273
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$1,250 - $1,760Special Offer
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Allora Ashley Park
2307 Ridgemont AveCharlotte, NC 28208
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Charlotte Exchange
5120 77 Center DrCharlotte, NC 28217
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Alexan LoSo
3305 South BlvdCharlotte, NC 28209
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$1,318 - $2,496Special Offer
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Cadia Millennium
5306 Acadia Heights DrCharlotte, NC 28217
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Solis LoSo
4312 Yancey RdCharlotte, NC 28217
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$1,257 - $2,005Special Offer
1 Month Free A Fresh Season, A Fresh Start ?? Enjoy Up to 6 Weeks FREE Rent on Select Floorplans! Limited Time Only!
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Miller and York
235 Verbena StCharlotte, NC 28217
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$1,563 - $4,521
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704 at the Quarter
704 W Tremont AveCharlotte, NC 28203
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$1,225 - $1,795Special Offer
2 Months Free ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED: Electricity, heating, cooling, trash, water/sewer, Wi-Fi internet, cable television, parking, and a 50
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TRELLIS - LAKE POINTE
2770 Yorkmont RdCharlotte, NC 28208
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$1,370 - $2,624Special Offer
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Southerly LoSo
4015 South BlvdCharlotte, NC 28209
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$1,475 - $3,407
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Camden LoSo
3615 Tryclan DrCharlotte, NC 28217
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$1,740
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Giddy Hall Apartments
10951 Netherly DrCharlotte, NC 28273
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$1,565 - $4,776Special Offer
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Everly
421 W Tremont AveCharlotte, NC 28203
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$1,595 - $4,690Special Offer
Specials Up to 8 Weeks Free. Additional Move-In Incentives Available on Select Homes. Restrictions apply. Contact leasing team for details.
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The Paces South End
255 W Bland StCharlotte, NC 28203
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$1,342 - $3,433Special Offer
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Vera at Savona Mill
725 Savona Mill LnCharlotte, NC 28208
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$1,551 - $5,131
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Kingston
124 E Kingston AveCharlotte, NC 28203
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$1,425 - $2,811Special Offer
1 Month Free Move in today and get 1 month Free Rent! Be the first to live in one of our brand new apartment homes. Call us today to schedul
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Hawthorne at Whitehall
9105 Bowling Green LnCharlotte, NC 28273
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$1,890 - $4,253
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The Raven
536 W Tremont AveCharlotte, NC 28203
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Alta West Morehead
2020 W Morehead StCharlotte, NC 28208
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$1,999 - $2,400Special Offer
2 Months Free For a limited time, we're offering TWO MONTHS FREE RENT for new residents who apply by 7/15!!!
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Queen City Townes
4960 Old Pineville RdCharlotte, NC 28217
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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 |
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| West Charlotte Studio Apartments | $1,541 | $920 | $3,097 |
| West Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,776 | $650 | $5,746 |
| West Charlotte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,273 | $770 | $10,000+ |
| West Charlotte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,955 | $870 | $10,000+ |
| West Charlotte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,958 | $1,580 | $10,000+ |
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Top Charlotte Apartments in the West Charlotte Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 07-17-2026Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top West Charlotte, NC apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Residences at Brookline
Enjoy One Month Free on select homes when moved in by July 15!Expires 07-17-2026
Camden LoSo
Get 8 weeks free base rent on all floorplans! Plus, short-term leases now available. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 07-17-2026
The Sloan at LoSo
Apply by 7/15 and lock in a gift card valued up to 1.5 months rent!Expires 07-17-2026
Giddy Hall Apartments
For a limited time, select one bedroom apartment homes qualify for our Move-In Incentive, equivalent to 2-Month Base Rent Free.Expires 07-17-2026
Emerson at Montford Park
Lease by 07-15-2026.Expires 07-17-2026
Enderly Towns - Townhomes for Rent in Charlotte, NC - Enderly Neighborhood
Homes starting at $1999! Receive 6 weeks free with a minimum 12-month lease.Expires 07-18-2026
Wayford at Pringle Towns
6 weeks Free Base Rent!!! Call TODAY!! *Other fees & terms still apply.Expires 07-18-2026
Oak Lake Townhomes
Get up to 5 MONTHS - 50% OFF Base Rent when you lease a Beechwood Floor plan *Other cost & fees excl. Min lease terms apply.Expires 07-18-2026
Hawthorne at Whitehall
Move in today and get 1 month Free Rent! Be the first to live in one of our brand new apartment homes. Call us today to schedule a tour! Pricing Subject to Change. Restrictions May Apply.Expires 07-18-2026
Vera at Savona Mill
Don't Miss Out on Up to One Month FREE!Expires 07-18-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in West Charlotte, NC
Specials updated: 07-17-2026Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in West Charlotte, NC. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Kingston
Lease Today and get Two Months Free Base Rent! Plus, receive a Gift Card up to $1,000 at Move In when you Lease within 48-hours of your Initial Tour! Minimum Term & Restrictions Apply. Other Costs & Fees Excluded. Offer May Change. Does Not Apply to Penthouses.Expires 12-31-2026
Ayrsley Landing
*Restrictions may apply. Must sign a 13-month lease for 1 full month rent free. Please contact the leasing office for details.Expires 08-31-2026
1001 Tyvola
8 Weeks FREE When You Lease TODAY! Limited Availability – Contact Us For Details. "Income requirements apply. Contact our leasing office for qualification details."Expires 08-01-2026
TRELLIS - LAKE POINTE
ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED: Electricity, heating, cooling, trash, water/sewer, Wi-Fi internet, cable television, parking, and a 50" wall mounted television are ALL INCLUDED in your total rent! Plus, apply now and get 2 Months Free, a reduced security deposit, and waived amenity fee. (First free month received during the initial 12-month lease term and the second free month is received during the renewal 12-month term.) Total Rent is base rent + $250 for Utilities Plus Bundle.Expires 12-31-2027
Vivo Living Arbor View
Receive Your 2nd Month FREE on a 13-Month Lease + App & Admin Fee Credit!Expires 07-31-2026
Hideaway at Kingspark
Rent is now as low as $1,049 on select apartments. Plus, get ONE MONTH FREE RENT on any apartment when you move in by 07/31/2026! Apply in person this week and we'll WAIVE your application fee, so you can get started without the extra cost.Expires 07-31-2026
Southgate Apartments
Get 1 MONTH FREE at the end of your lease if you sign for a 13 month lease!Expires 09-30-2026
Landings at Steele Creek
Move in today and receive $500 off your first month's rent. *select unitsExpires 07-31-2026
The Spoke at Tyvola
Apply within 24 hours of your tour and you'll qualify for up to 6 weeks FREE on select apartment homes. Tour today. Lease today. Save big.Expires 07-31-2026
Charlotte 360 Apartments and Townhomes
*Waived Admin Fee If holding fee is paid within 48 hours of approval. *Special applies to 12-month leases only & if moved in by 08/31/2026. *Pricing is subject to change. Call for availability before submitting an application. Application fees are non-refundable.*Expires 08-01-2026
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What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in West Charlotte?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in West Charlotte is at The Flats at Arrowood listed at $861.
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The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in West Charlotte is $2,411.
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Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in West Charlotte is a 2,501 square feet unit starting from $1,784 at Linea.
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The average size for a Rent Specials rental in West Charlotte is currently at 670 sq ft.
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