Cheap Apartments for Rent in Matthews, NC from $600 (47 Rentals)

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Town324
1 Bedroom Apartments

Town324

324 E Matthews StMatthews, NC 28105
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Chestnut Farm
Studio to 3 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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Crown Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crown Court

9283 Nolley CtCharlotte, NC 28270
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Glen Cove
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Glen Cove

6000 Pineburr RdCharlotte, NC 28211
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Swan Run Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Swan Run Apartments

4600 Swan Meadow LnCharlotte, NC 28226
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Greylyn Estates
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Greylyn Estates

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

Stonehaven East

7000 Fernwood DrCharlotte, NC 28211
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Galleria Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Galleria Village

1616 Galleria Club LnCharlotte, NC 28270

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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 MAA Fifty-One in the Matthews Grove neighborhood priced from $958. Residences at West Mint in the Idlewild Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $970. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Matthews apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MAA Fifty-One11A1BR,1BA$958
Residences at West MintBecton1BR,1BA$970
Stoney TraceAddison (A1)1BR,1BA$990
Park 2300Albemarle1BR,1BA$993
Avana MatthewsA21BR,1BA$1,059
Rise Matthews PointeA1 Classic1BR,1BA$1,075
Brookside 17A11BR,1BA$1,080
The PinesThe Monroe-Newly Renovated1BR,1BA$1,099
The MadisonA3 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1,124
Park at Ferentino1x1 B1BR,1BA$1,124

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Matthews, NC

As of October 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Matthews area is the $1.53 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at Mintworth Commons in the in the Idlewild Farms neighborhood starting from $2,180. The second greatest value Matthews apartment is the 32A Model at MAA Fifty-One starting at $1,993 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Matthews Grove 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$1.53
MAA Fifty-One32A3BR,2BA$1.65
Crown Point TownhomesDogwood Upgraded - Call For Availability2BR,1.5BA$1.35
Brighton Place ApartmentsThe Heron3BR,1BA$1.49
Creekside at Matthews ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.41
Paces Pointe Apartment HomesA31BR,1BA$1.55
The MadisonA2 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1.48
Avana MatthewsA21BR,1BA$1.33
Providence CourtKiawah | One Bedroom | Workforce1BR,1BA$1.68
ForesterA21BR,1BA$1.64

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Matthews, NC

Ranked #20

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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $990 at Stoney Trace.

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 $1,267 at Avana Matthews.

What is the most affordable Matthews Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Matthews Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Residences at West Mint and starts from $1,385.

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