
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Shelby Neighborhood of Shelby, NC from $500 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Uptown Shelby area of Shelby.


The Carlisle at Delta Park

The Madison by Humboldt

Lanier Pointe Apartments

Laurel Hill Apartments
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Warren Oak Apartments

Chamberlain Pines

Residence at Humboldt Park

SH101-College Road Apartments (RCA)

420 McBrayer St
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown Shelby 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,068 | $850 | $1,415 |
| Uptown Shelby 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,220 | $950 | $1,565 |
| Uptown Shelby 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,495 | $1,144 | $1,865 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 10 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 Chamberlain Pines priced from $825. The Madison by Humboldt 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chamberlain Pines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Madison by Humboldt | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| The Carlisle at Delta Park | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Shelby, NC
As of January 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown Shelby area is the $1.22 price per square foot 2BR/1.5BA Model at Northway at Sedgefield in the in the Uptown Shelby neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Uptown Shelby apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at SH302-Chamberlain Oaks Apartments (CHO) starting at $950 with a $0.93 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northway at Sedgefield | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
| SH302-Chamberlain Oaks Apartments (CHO) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 603 S Washington St, Unit Apt 5 | 603 S Washington St | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| 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 | $1.28 |
| The Carlisle at Delta Park | Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Chamberlain Pines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| The Madison by Humboldt | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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 Chamberlain Pines which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Uptown Shelby costs $1,475.
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 $199 which is $1,276 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Uptown Shelby.
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