
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wilson Heights Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $400 (34 Rentals)
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3400 Cricketeer Dr

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3400 Cricketeer Dr

Ivy Hollow

5242 Nevin Rd, Unit 5221-C

2660 Roslyn Ave

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513 Honeywood Ave

416 Simeon Dr

Thompson Place Apartments

Birch Townhomes

West Downs Apartments

2621 Druid Hls Wy

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The Stevenson Apartments at Brightwalk
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4828 Cheviot Rd

Gaston at North End

3209 Stephens Farm Ln

Stewart Stream

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Nia Point

Dillehay Courts
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Coronet Way Lofts

2317 Julia Ave

1414 Catherine Simmons Ave

Flats at 2200

1732 Newland Rd

Derita Woods Apartments

2122 Rush Wind Dr
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2120 Rush Wind Dr

2325 Bancroft St
Wilson Heights, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wilson Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson Heights Studio Apartments | $1,252 | $929 | $1,552 |
| Wilson Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,692 | $963 | $2,549 |
| Wilson Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,242 | $1,075 | $3,049 |
| Wilson Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,881 | $1,225 | $7,265 |
| Wilson Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,691 | $1,495 | $7,254 |
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Cheapest Available Wilson Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wilson Heights area of Charlotte, NC is a Studio unit found at Ivy Hollow priced from $929. Coronet Way Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,027. Here are the most affordable Wilson Heights apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivy Hollow | 01 | Studio,1BA | $929 |
| Coronet Way Lofts | S2 Studio / One Bath w/Balcony | Studio,1BA | $1,027 |
| Birch Townhomes | 2x1 Flat Standard-Call for Availability | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Thompson Place Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| West Downs Apartments | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,096 |
| The Alexander Apartment Homes | The Belmont | 2BR,2BA | $1,159 |
| The Stevenson Apartments at Brightwalk | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,161 |
| Contour at NoDa | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,284 |
| Oaklawn West | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| Dalecrest Place | New 1 Bed 1 Bath - Beautiful Garden-Style Setting | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilson Heights, NC
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wilson Heights area is the $1.68 price per square foot Greer Model at Abode at Greenway in the in the Biddleville neighborhood starting from $2,275. The second greatest value Wilson Heights apartment is the 4BR/2.0BA Model at Thompson Place Apartments starting at $1,525 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Biddleville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wilson Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abode at Greenway | Greer | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.68 |
| Thompson Place Apartments | 4BR/2.0BA | 4BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Birch Townhomes | 3x2 Flat B--Call for Availability | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| The Stevenson Apartments at Brightwalk | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| The Alexander Apartment Homes | The Belmont | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Oaklawn West | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Coronet Way Lofts | S2 Studio / One Bath w/Balcony | Studio ,1BA | $1.51 |
| West Downs Apartments | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Dalecrest Place | New 1 Bed 1 Bath - Beautiful Garden-Style Setting | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Ivy Hollow | 01 | Studio ,1BA | $1.87 |
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Best Local Schools in Wilson Heights, Charlotte, NC
Statesville Road Elementary
West Charlotte High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wilson Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Wilson Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Wilson Heights is under $1,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wilson Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Wilson Heights is West Downs Apartments which is listed at $1,096, while the average apartment in Wilson Heights costs $25,080.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Wilson Heights?
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 7 regular apartments in Wilson Heights 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 Wilson Heights?
Cheap apartments in Wilson Heights have an average cost of $396 which is $24,684 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wilson Heights.
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