Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wilson Heights Neighborhood of Charlotte, NC from $400 (13 Rentals)

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416 Simeon Dr

CharlotteNC28208
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Stewart Stream
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stewart Stream

3425 Kentucky AveCharlotte, NC 28216
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Nia Point
2 Bedroom Apartments

Nia Point

1120 Mayfield Terrace DrCharlotte, NC 28216
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Dillehay Courts
2 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Dillehay Courts

2600 N Pine StCharlotte, NC 28206
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Wilson Heights, Charlotte, NC Local Guide

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 $995. Oaklawn West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Wilson Heights apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ivy HollowStudioStudio,1BA$995
Oaklawn WestGarden2BR,1BA$1,050
Thompson Place Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1BA$1,095
Birch Townhomes2x1 Flat Standard-Call for Availability2BR,1BA$1,150
Derita Woods Apartments2 bed, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilson Heights, NC

As of July 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wilson Heights area is the $1.11 price per square foot 3BR/1.5BA Model at Thompson Place Apartments in the in the Biddleville neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Wilson Heights apartment is the 3x2 Flat B--Call for Availability Model at Birch Townhomes starting at $1,475 with a $1.45 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Thompson Place Apartments3BR/1.5BA3BR,1.5BA$1.11
Birch Townhomes3x2 Flat B--Call for Availability3BR,2BA$1.45
West Downs ApartmentsPine2BR,1.5BA$1.23
Derita Woods Apartments2 bed, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.49
3532 Fincher Blvd, Unit A3532 Fincher Blvd2BR,1BA$1.74
Oaklawn WestGarden2BR,1BA$1.40
2401 Celia Ave, Unit 42401 Celia Ave2BR,1BA$1.85
Ivy HollowStudioStudio ,1BA$2.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Wilson Heights, Charlotte, NC

Ranked #202

Among neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Wilson Heights Neighborhood in Charlotte, NC

Walk Score®

28 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

32 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

38 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $1,208.

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 4 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 $535 which is $1,015 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wilson Heights.

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