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property at 2010 Dembrigh Ln

$750

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$750

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2010 Dembrigh Ln

CharlotteNC28262

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Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

property at 304 Hoskins Mill Ln

$850

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$850

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$850

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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304 Hoskins Mill Ln

CharlotteNC28208

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Cheapest Available Mecklenburg County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mecklenburg County, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Archdale Senior in the Yorkmount neighborhood priced from $467. Union at Tryon in the Mineral Springs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $498. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mecklenburg County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Archdale SeniorA2 30% PBV/TU1BR,1BA$467
Union at TryonStudio, 1 Bath, 521 Sq. Ft.Studio,1BA$498
Pleasant View ApartmentsThe Waverly2BR,1BA$599
The Mezzanine at Freedom ApartmentsEnderly1BR,1BA$801
The Flats at ArrowoodA1Studio,1BA$819
Elevate Tryon0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$855
The Kelston111BR,1BA$869
Vivo Living Charlotte UniversitySTDO - Classic StudioStudio,1BA$879
The Flats at 2109 (Ashley Flats)B1 TYPE A-T ADA 60% TU2BR,2BA$880
Parkhaven ApartmentsWillow1BR,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mecklenburg County, NC

As of April 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mecklenburg County area is the $1.11 price per square foot Creekside Bonus Model at Cedar Ridge Townhomes in the in the Griers Fork neighborhood starting from $2,647. The second greatest value Mecklenburg County apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Spire Apartments starting at $1,595 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mecklenburg County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cedar Ridge TownhomesCreekside Bonus3BR,2.5BA$1.11
Spire Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.99
Prosperity View Townhomes3BR/3.0BA3BR,3BA$1.06
Thompson Place Apartments4BR/2.0BA4BR,2BA$1.15
Rise SunridgeA1 Classic1BR,1BA$0.96
Yugo Charlotte College Downs2 Bed, 2 Bath Standard2BR,2BA$0.89
Pleasant View ApartmentsThe Claymont3BR,1BA$0.67
The Flats at 2109 (Ashley Flats)B1 TYPE A-T ADA 60% TU2BR,2BA$0.88
Latitude 492 BEDROOM, 2 BATH2BR,2BA$0.87
The Mezzanine at Freedom ApartmentsEnderly1BR,1BA$0.97

Frequently Asked Questions about Mecklenburg County

What type of rentals are currently available in Mecklenburg County?

There are currently 1564 Apartments for Rent in Mecklenburg County, NC with pricing that ranges from $498 to $24,489. There are also 2268 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mecklenburg County ranging from $499 to $14,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mecklenburg County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mecklenburg County ranges from $499 to $14,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,273.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mecklenburg County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mecklenburg County range from $725 to $16,589, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $14,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $635.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.