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MatthewsNC28104

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Town324
1 Bedroom Apartments

Town324

324 E Matthews StMatthews, NC 28105
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Matthews Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Matthews Lofts

921 Park Center DrMatthews, 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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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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Stonehaven East
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stonehaven East

7000 Fernwood DrCharlotte, NC 28211
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Greylyn Estates
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Greylyn Estates

9415 Lucy Jane LnCharlotte, NC 28270
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Galleria Village
1 to 2 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 Safire at Matthews in the Stonehaven neighborhood priced from $949. Residences at West Mint in the Idlewild Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,015. 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
Residences at West MintIdlewood1BR,1BA$1,015
Paces Pointe Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1,055
Avana MatthewsA21BR,1BA$1,064
Stoney TraceA1 Renovated1BR,1BA$1,088
Park 2300Albemarle1BR,1BA$1,094
Waterford CreekA1 | Classic1BR,1BA$1,112
ForesterA11BR,1BA$1,145
The MadisonA11BR,1BA$1,160
Matthews ReserveA1A1BR,1BA$1,172

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Matthews, NC

As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Matthews area is the $1.35 price per square foot Dogwood Upgraded - Call For Availability Model at Crown Point Townhomes in the in the Stonehaven neighborhood starting from $1,625. The second greatest value Matthews apartment is the 1350 Maple Shade Lane Model at 1350 Maple Shade Lane starting at $1,800 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Stonehaven 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.
Crown Point TownhomesDogwood Upgraded - Call For Availability2BR,1.5BA$1.35
1350 Maple Shade Lane1350 Maple Shade Lane2BR,2.5BA$1.50
Creekridge on the ParkTwo Bedroom - 2B2BR,2BA$1.23
StillwaterB42BR,2BA$1.51
The PinesThe Providence-Newly Renovated2BR,2BA$1.47
Residences at West MintMarshbrook2BR,2BA$1.61
Creekside at Matthews ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.41
Brighton Place ApartmentsThe Pelican2BR,1BA$1.42
Matthews ReserveA1A1BR,1BA$1.63
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

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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Matthews Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Matthews?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Matthews is at Tessa Matthews Apartments listed at $1,399.

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 $1,200 at Stoney Trace.

What is the most affordable Matthews Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Matthews Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brighton Place Apartments and starts from $1,450.

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