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Matthews, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Matthews Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

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 Madison in the Stonehaven neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,030. 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 MadisonA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1,030
Residences at West MintBecton1BR,1BA$1,035
Park 2300Campbell Creek1BR,1BA$1,049
Park at Ferentino1x1 B1BR,1BA$1,065

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Matthews, NC and Nearby

As of September 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Matthews area is the $1.47 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at Sophisticated 3-Bedroom Townhomes | Modern... 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.
Sophisticated 3-Bedroom Townhomes | Modern...3BR/2.5BA3BR,2.5BA$1.47
Crown Point TownhomesDogwood Upgraded - Call For Availability2BR,1.5BA$1.38
Creekridge on the ParkThree Bedroom - 3B3BR,2BA$1.34
Matthews ReserveB2A2BR,2BA$1.38
Creekside at Matthews ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.30
Avana MatthewsA21BR,1BA$1.48
ForesterA11BR,1BA$1.50
Residences at West MintBecton1BR,1BA$1.49
Waterford CreekA1 | Designer1BR,1BA$1.64
Park at Ferentino1x1 B1BR,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
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Matthews

What type of rentals are currently available in Matthews?

There are currently 71 Apartments for Rent in Matthews, NC with pricing that ranges from $935 to $7,734. There are also 160 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Matthews ranging from $275 to $5,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Matthews?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Matthews ranges from $275 to $5,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,320.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Matthews?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Matthews range from $1,450 to $7,734, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,875 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,100.

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