
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, TX from $400 (45 Rentals)
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SOSA at Palo Alto

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Palladium San Antonio

Leon Creek Flats

ParkVista Apartments

The Annex

Villa de Oro

Woodhaven Apartments

Esperanza At Palo Alto
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Park at Briggs Ranch

Port Royal Apartment Homes

Aristocrat Apartments - All Bills Paid

Rancho Sierra Apartments

Palo Alto Apartment Homes

Costa Mirada

Marshall Meadows Apartment Homes

Villa Espada

Mayfield Apartments
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The Scott at Medio Creek

Applewood Ranch Apartments

Freedom Hills Ranch

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Bristol at Somerset

Devine Place Apartments

Salem Creek Apartment Homes

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Eleven West

Hunters Glen Townhomes

Artisan at Mission Creek Apartments
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Chaparral Place Apartments

Arbors on Rustleaf

106 Private Rd 7741

Westview Ranch

Oak Tree Apartments

Rio Springs Apartments

RiverBend Apartment Homes

300 Christine Rd

Homestead Apartments
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The Aliso

1819 Co Rd 1001

215 Greenlawn Ave

1819 Country Rd

The Alhambra - Old

3230 S Loop 1604 E

3409 Commercial Ave

737 Commerce St

Gillette Square Apartments
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Charlotte, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charlotte?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte Studio Apartments | $826 | $570 | $1,035 |
| Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,003 | $491 | $1,950 |
| Charlotte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,199 | $498 | $2,340 |
| Charlotte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,409 | $601 | $2,530 |
| Charlotte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,892 | $667 | $2,305 |
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Cheapest Available Charlotte Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Charlotte, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at SOSA at Palo Alto in the City South neighborhood priced from $481. Palladium San Antonio in the Kelly neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $491. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Charlotte apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOSA at Palo Alto | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $481 |
| Palladium San Antonio | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $491 |
| Arbors on Rustleaf | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $549 |
| ParkVista Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $570 |
| Leon Creek Flats | Two Bed/Two Bath - 887 sq ft - 30% AMI | 2BR,2BA | $584 |
| Woodhaven Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Villa de Oro | A2M | 1BR,1BA | $719 |
| Esperanza At Palo Alto | The Alegria | 2BR,2BA | $739 |
| Park at Briggs Ranch | E1 | Studio,1BA | $756 |
| Port Royal Apartment Homes | Bristol | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charlotte, TX and Nearby
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Charlotte area is the $1.16 price per square foot D2 Model at Los Arcos at Vida in the in the City South neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Charlotte apartment is the 4 Bedroom Model at Palo Alto Apartment Homes starting at $1,375 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the City South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Charlotte apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Arcos at Vida | D2 | 4BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Palo Alto Apartment Homes | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Costa Mirada | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| Port Royal Apartment Homes | Madison | 3BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Westview Ranch | 2 Bed 968 sf | 2BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Villa Espada | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| SOSA at Palo Alto | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.89 |
| Applewood Ranch Apartments | A1 & A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Marshall Meadows Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Woodhaven Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charlotte Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Charlotte?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Charlotte is at ParkVista Apartments listed at $570.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Charlotte Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Charlotte Apartment is $481 at SOSA at Palo Alto.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Charlotte Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Charlotte is starting from $584 at Leon Creek Flats.
What is the most affordable Charlotte Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Charlotte Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Leon Creek Flats and starts from $666.
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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
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.