Cheap Apartments for Rent in Matthews, NC from $600 (48 Rentals)

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Town324
1 Bedroom Apartments

Town324

324 E Matthews StMatthews, NC 28105
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Chestnut Farm
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chestnut Farm

3005 Chestnut Grove LnMatthews, NC 28104
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Matthews Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Matthews Lofts

921 Park Center DrMatthews, NC 28105

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Lawyers Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lawyers Ridge

5310 McAlpine Glen DrCharlotte, NC 28227
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Glen Cove
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Glen Cove

6000 Pineburr RdCharlotte, NC 28211
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Crown Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crown Court

9283 Nolley CtCharlotte, NC 28270
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Waterford Creek
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Waterford Creek

10510-10706 Waterford Creek LnCharlotte, NC 28212
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Greylyn Estates
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Greylyn Estates

9415 Lucy Jane LnCharlotte, NC 28270
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Stonehaven East
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stonehaven East

7000 Fernwood DrCharlotte, NC 28211
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Galleria Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Galleria Village

1616 Galleria Club LnCharlotte, NC 28270

Matthews, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Matthews Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Matthews, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Safire at Matthews in the Stonehaven neighborhood priced from $949. The Pines in the Lansdowne neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,019. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Matthews apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Safire at Matthews1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$949
The PinesThe Fairview-Newly Renovated1BR,1BA$1,019
Residences at West MintBecton1BR,1BA$1,050
Park 2300Albemarle1BR,1BA$1,095
Windsor Landing ApartmentsThe Tristan1BR,1BA$1,099
Waterford CreekA1 | Classic1BR,1BA$1,112
Park at Ferentino1x1 B1BR,1BA$1,115
Greylyn EstatesS1AStudio,1BA$1,116
ForesterA11BR,1BA$1,145
Rise Matthews PointeA1 Platinum1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Matthews, NC

As of August 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Matthews area is the $1.47 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at Mintworth Commons in the in the Idlewild Farms neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value Matthews apartment is the Dogwood Upgraded - Call For Availability Model at Crown Point Townhomes starting at $1,650 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Lansdowne neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Matthews apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mintworth Commons3BR/2.5BA3BR,2.5BA$1.47
Crown Point TownhomesDogwood Upgraded - Call For Availability2BR,1.5BA$1.38
Creekside at Matthews ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$1.26
MAA Fifty-One22A2BR,2BA$1.44
Matthews ReserveB2A2BR,2BA$1.43
Paces Pointe Apartment HomesB22BR,2BA$1.46
The MadisonA3 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1.54
Avana MatthewsA21BR,1BA$1.48
Residences at West MintIdlewood1BR,1BA$1.57
Waterford CreekA1 | Designer1BR,1BA$1.64

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Matthews, NC

Ranked #21

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Getting Around Matthews, NC

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

35 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Matthews Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Matthews Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Matthews Apartment is $949 at Safire at Matthews.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Matthews Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Matthews is starting from $1,225 at Residences at West Mint.

What is the most affordable Matthews Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Matthews Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Avana Matthews and starts from $1,552.

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