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Apartments for Rent in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
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    305 N. Graham Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
    STUDIO $1,325+
    1 BED $1,525+
    2+ BEDS $1,860+
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    735 W 5Th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
    STUDIO $1,080+
    1 BED $1,500+
    2+ BEDS $1,755+
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    225 North Cedar Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
    1 BED $1,298+
    2 BEDS $1,962+
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    225 S. Poplar Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
    STUDIO $1,360+
    1 BED $1,950+
    2 BEDS $3,045+
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    1010 West Trade Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
    STUDIO $1,493+
    1 BED $1,374+
    2 BEDS $1,783+
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    355 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28202
    STUDIO $1,634+
    1 BED $1,744+
    2 BEDS $2,549+
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    255 W Martin Luther King Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28202
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    1 BED $1,675+
    2 BEDS $2,473+
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    P.O. Box 36509, Charlotte, NC 28236
    STUDIO $3,849
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    1005 West Trade Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
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    1 BED $1,026
    2 BEDS $1,314
    3 BEDS $1,395
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    710 East 7Th Street Suite 126, Charlotte, NC 28202
    STUDIO $1,278+
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    2+ BEDS $1,853+
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    225 N Cedar Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
    1 BED $1,300+
    2 BEDS $1,932+
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    12204 Golden Farm Lane, Charlotte, NC 28278
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    1035 Sycamore Green Place, Charlotte, NC 28202
    2 BEDS $2,100
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    101 W. Morehead Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
    STUDIO $1,456+
    1 BED $1,895+
    2 BEDS $2,347+
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    1200 S. Mint Street, Charlotte, NC 28203
    STUDIO $1,325+
    1 BED $1,363+
    2 BEDS $2,299+
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    1225 S Church St, Charlotte, NC 28203
    STUDIO $1,338+
    1 BED $1,613+
    2+ BEDS $2,063+
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    1001 North Brevard Street, Charlotte, NC 28206
    STUDIO $1,385
    1 BED $1,484
    2 BEDS $2,080
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    1312 S. College Street, Charlotte, NC 28203
    STUDIO $1,394+
    1 BED $1,625+
    2+ BEDS $2,170+
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    1009 N. Caldwell Street, Charlotte, NC 28206
    STUDIO $1,336+
    1 BED $1,365+
    2 BEDS $1,668+
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    1018 N Caldwell St, Charlotte, NC 28206
    1 BED $1,436+
    2 BEDS $1,974+
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    222 East Bland Street, Charlotte, NC 28203
    STUDIO $1,345+
    1 BED $1,515+
    2+ BEDS $2,180+
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    1331 W Morehead St, Charlotte, NC 28208
    STUDIO $1,289+
    1 BED $1,273+
    2+ BEDS $1,721+
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    708 S Summit Ave, Charlotte, NC 28208
    STUDIO $1,297
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    1121 North Alexander Street, Charlotte, NC 28206
    3 BEDS $4,800
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Average rent in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC

$2,119/mo Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC average rental price, November 2024
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC is around $2,119.

Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC apartment rent ranges

Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC rent trends

Getting around in Uptown Charlotte, NC

97 /100
Walker's Paradise
77 /100
Excellent Transit
58 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 97, Transit Score®: 77, Bike Score®: 58

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC last updated?

Prices and availability in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC were last updated on 13 Feb 2025.

What are the best apartments in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC?

The best apartments in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC are: MAA Uptown, MAA Gateway, Cedar Flats, Ascent Uptown and Centric Gateway.

What is the average rent in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC?

The average rent in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC is $2,119.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC?

The price range for a studio apartment in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC is between $1,080 and $2,888.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC is between $1,026 and $4,963.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC is between $1,625 and $4,421.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC is between $1,080 and $4,963.

What type of rental buildings are in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC?

In Uptown Charlotte, 73% of the residents are renting compared to 27% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 79% of Uptown Charlotte’s rentals, 16% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 2% are single-family rentals.

Living in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC

Uptown Charlotte is the business district of the city, boasting a vibrant and thriving art and food scene as well. The area attracts working-class professionals such as bankers, businessmen, tech entrepreneurs, programmers, restaurant workers, performing artists, and other renters. Museums, live music shows, public art spectacles, large shopping complexes, and sports events are all a part of what makes renting in Uptown Charlotte such a unique experience - a place where community still matters. There's also a burgeoning nightlife scene for renters who don't want to go straight home from work.

Renters in Uptown Charlotte are serviced by Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School, Ashley Park Elementary School, Piedmont Middle School, Sedgefield Middle School, and Metro High School. The Uptown Charlotte rentals are less than two miles north of Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center.

Renting in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC

Uptown Charlotte is a collection of high-end apartment rentals and condominiums for rent at places like Presley Uptown Apartments, M Street Condos, and Enclave (just to name a few). The neighborhood is very walkable, and rentals are within minutes of a good place to eat or find entertainment. From the Discovery Place science museum (with an aquarium and movie theater) to the NASCAR Hall of Fame, the Harvey Gantt Center for African American Arts and Culture, and Levine Museum of the New South, the rentals in Uptown Charlotte are always near an event or show. Of course, that includes catching a Panthers, Hornets, or Knights game at the Bank of America, Spectrum Center, and BB&T stadiums.

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Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC demographics

  • 14,804Total Population
  • 6,096 Female
    8,708 Male
  • 30.4Median Age

In total, Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC has 14,804 residents, 6,096 women and 8,708 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of Uptown Charlotte’s population is 30.4.

Amenities in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC

Rentals on 5th Street are at the epicenter of a foodie renaissance, with renters recommending 204 North Kitchen & Cocktails, 5Church, Dandelion Market, and Ra Ra Irish Pub as must-try restaurants. At the corner of 5th Street and Tryon Street is also where the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center is at the corner of Tryon Street. Other popular restaurants throughout Uptown Charlotte include Green's Lunch, Fujiyama, Halfpenny's Cafe, Freshwater, Room 112, and Chima Brazillian Wine & Dine There are over a half-dozen parks with playgrounds, trails, and family-friendly green spaces. Renters in Uptown Charlotte go to Epicentre, an outdoor mall with a movie theater, bowling alley, and other entertainment venues. Nearby grocery stores when renting in Uptown Charlotte include Harris Teeter, Whole Foods Market, and The Avenue Market.

Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC households

  • 2,092 Family
    6,104 Non-family
  • 516 Children
    7,680 No Children
  • 8,196Total Number of Households
  • 1.22Average People Per Household
  • $95,273Median Household Income

There is a total of 8,196 households in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC. Of these, 516 have children and 7,680 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 2,092 family households and 6,104 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in Uptown Charlotte is 1.22 people, on average. The median household annual income in Uptown Charlotte equals $95,273, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,809.

Transportation in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC

Owning a car is not necessary when renting in Uptown Charlotte, but highly recommended since some areas can be spread out. Renters in Uptown Charlotte have a variety of methods to get around, from a light rail system, to bus routes, ridesharing programs, and bike rental kiosks. The Charlotte Area Transit System provides renters with the Blue Line light rail that runs from Uptown to the University of North Carolina Charlotte campus. There are 65 bus routes in Charlotte as well, many running through the business districts of Uptown. Renters also use the Uptown Overstreet Mall skywalk system to reach office businesses, eateries, shops, and other neighborhood locations. There are entrances for Overstreet Mall on Tryon and College streets.

Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC education statistics

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 1% of the population in Uptown Charlotte, Charlotte, NC have no high school education, 19% went to high-school, and 17% have partially completed college. Moreover, 7% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 38% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 19% hold a Graduate Degree.

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