
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Shelby Neighborhood of Shelby, NC from $530 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Uptown Shelby area of Shelby.


Northway at Windsor

The Madison by Humboldt

Caitlin Station

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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 | $1,179 | $905 | $1,375 |
| Uptown Shelby 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,279 | $967 | $1,615 |
| Uptown Shelby 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,432 | $1,225 | $1,925 |
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There are currently 16 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 2 Beds unit found at SH101-College Road Apartments (RCA) priced from $800. Residences at Humboldt Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Uptown Shelby apartments for rent in Shelby, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SH101-College Road Apartments (RCA) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Residences at Humboldt Park | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Pointe on Lafayette | One Month Free + $50 App Fee Refunded at The Po... | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Caitlin Station | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $967 |
| The Madison by Humboldt | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Shelby, NC
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown Shelby area is the $1.13 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Washington Square Apartments in the in the Cleveland County neighborhood starting from $1,245. The second greatest value Uptown Shelby apartment is the The York Model at Crown Ridge starting at $1,320 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Cleveland County 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Square Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Crown Ridge | The York | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Caitlin Station | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Palisades at Hickory Creek | Dogwood with SR | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| The Pointe on Lafayette | One Month Free + $50 App Fee Refunded at The Po... | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| SH101-College Road Apartments (RCA) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Northway at Sedgefield | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| The Madison by Humboldt | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Residences at Humboldt Park | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Shelby Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Shelby Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Shelby Apartment is $825 at Residences at Humboldt Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Uptown Shelby Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Uptown Shelby is starting from $800 at SH101-College Road Apartments (RCA).
What is the most affordable Uptown Shelby Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Uptown Shelby Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Caitlin Station and starts from $1,123.
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