
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Shelby Neighborhood of Shelby, NC from $500 (6 Rentals)
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The Carlisle at Delta Park
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Uptown Shelby, Shelby, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown Shelby?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Uptown Shelby 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,038 | $825 | $1,405 |
Uptown Shelby 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,178 | $982 | $1,555 |
Uptown Shelby 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,455 | $1,144 | $1,865 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Uptown Shelby Neighborhood of Shelby, NC.
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Cheapest Available Uptown Shelby Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Shelby area of Shelby, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Residence at Humboldt Park priced from $825. The Carlisle at Delta Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $865. Here are the most affordable Uptown Shelby apartments for rent in Shelby, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Residence at Humboldt Park | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
The Carlisle at Delta Park | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
The Pointe on Lafayette | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Shelby, NC
As of October 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown Shelby area is the $1.16 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at SH302-Chamberlain Oaks Apartments (CHO) in the in the Uptown Shelby neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value Uptown Shelby apartment is the 603 S Washington St Model at 603 S Washington St, Unit Apt 5 starting at $950 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Uptown Shelby neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Shelby apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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SH302-Chamberlain Oaks Apartments (CHO) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
603 S Washington St, Unit Apt 5 | 603 S Washington St | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Caitlin Station | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Washington Square Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
The Pointe on Lafayette | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
SH101-College Road Apartments (RCA) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
The Carlisle at Delta Park | Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
The Madison by Humboldt | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Residence at Humboldt Park | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUptown Shelby, Shelby, NC
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Getting Around the Uptown Shelby Neighborhood in Shelby, NC
Walk Score®
77 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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 Uptown Shelby Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Uptown Shelby?
The cheapest apartment in Uptown Shelby is Residence at Humboldt Park which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Uptown Shelby costs $1,374.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Uptown Shelby?
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 6 regular apartments in Uptown Shelby 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 Uptown Shelby?
Cheap apartments in Uptown Shelby have an average cost of $212 which is $1,162 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Uptown Shelby.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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