
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer East Charlotte Neighborhood of Matthews, NC from $300 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Outer East Charlotte area of Matthews.


Paces Pointe Apartment Homes

Room in Townhome on Lawyers Rd

Pleasant View Apartments

Room in House on Trailblazer St

Room in Townhome on Petrea Ln

Room in House on Sherington Way

Room in House on Nia Rd

4229 Peggy Ln

GreenRock Estates

Copper Creek

Camara Estates

Stoney Trace

Residences at West Mint

Springfield Gardens Apartments

Meadowbrook and Brookridge Apartments
Outer East Charlotte, Matthews, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer East Charlotte?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer East Charlotte Studio Apartments | $1,466 | $1,290 | $1,709 |
| Outer East Charlotte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,513 | $805 | $2,471 |
| Outer East Charlotte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,876 | $624 | $3,450 |
| Outer East Charlotte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,329 | $709 | $3,900 |
| Outer East Charlotte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,204 | $1,676 | $3,609 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer East Charlotte Neighborhood of Matthews, NC.
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Cheapest Available Outer East Charlotte Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer East Charlotte area of Charlotte, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Pleasant View Apartments priced from $624. Copper Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Outer East Charlotte apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pleasant View Apartments | The Waverly | 2BR,1BA | $624 |
| Copper Creek | The Ash | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| GreenRock Estates | The Tillery | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Camara Estates | The Ivy | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Stoney Trace | Addison (A1) | 1BR,1BA | $1,003 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East Charlotte, NC
As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer East Charlotte area is the $1.24 price per square foot Emery Model at The Grove Residences in the in the Farm Pond neighborhood starting from $2,175. The second greatest value Outer East Charlotte apartment is the 3BR/2.5BA Model at Mintworth Commons starting at $2,180 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Idlewild Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer East Charlotte apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grove Residences | Emery | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.24 |
| Mintworth Commons | 3BR/2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.53 |
| Pleasant View Apartments | The Waverly | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| Creekside at Matthews Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Stoney Trace | B1 Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Paces Pointe Apartment Homes | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Windsor Landing Apartments | The Newport | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Residences at West Mint | Eastland | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Camara Estates | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| GreenRock Estates | The Tillery | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOuter East Charlotte, Matthews, NC
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Outer East Charlotte Neighborhood in Matthews, NC
Walk Score®
32 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
31 / 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 Outer East Charlotte Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer East Charlotte?
The cheapest apartment in Outer East Charlotte is Copper Creek which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Outer East Charlotte costs $3,299.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer East Charlotte?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 16 regular apartments in Outer East Charlotte that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Outer East Charlotte?
Cheap apartments in Outer East Charlotte have an average cost of $134 which is $3,165 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer East Charlotte.
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