
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the 28285 ZIP Code of Charlotte, NC from $300 (97 Rentals)
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MAA Gateway

Elevate Tryon

Link Apartments® CYKEL

The Perch

1418 Park Dr

West Downs Apartments

300 Optimist Park

Edgeline Flats on Davidson

The Collective NoDa
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Flatiron West Trade

The Henry

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415 Flats

Gateway West

ARIUM FreeMoreWest

The Bryant Apartments

Overton Row

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J Optimist Park

LakePointe

Madison Ashley Park
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Cavella

Uptown Gardens

Pine25 North End

Union Noda

Link Apartments® Mint Street

Wesley Village

Kaleido NoDa

Arlo

Elizabeth Station

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Alton Optimist Park
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MAA Reserve

820 West Blvd

NuVo 27

Asbury Flats

The Francis

MAA Enclave

MAA South Line

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The Carson

Varick on 7th

Lincoln at Dilworth
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District Flats

1028 Stitch Bnd Wy

The Ellis

The Cosmo at NoDa

MAA 1225

1609 N Davidson St

MAA Optimist Park

AVA South End

Selene at Southline Apartments

Avalon South End
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in 28285?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28285 Studio Apartments | $1,616 | $895 | $5,476 |
| 28285 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,985 | $670 | $14,022 |
| 28285 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,816 | $770 | $14,211 |
| 28285 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,698 | $870 | $15,791 |
| 28285 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,444 | $1,580 | $9,391 |
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Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Helpful Local Expert Guides

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC
Written by: Carrie Catalano
I'm Carrie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charlotte, North Carolina. I moved to the Triangle area of North Carolina in the summer of 2024 and have been exploring the state since.

Experts Guide to the Top Neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC for College Renters
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I'm Carrie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charlotte, North Carolina. Charlotte is an exciting place to live for anyone, but particularly for college students.

Your Local Experts Guide to Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near Charlottes Big Four Employers
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I'm Carrie, and I've been calling the Charlotte area home for a few years now.

Authentic Charlotte: An Insider's Guide to the Queen Citys Neighborhoods and Quirks
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.