MAA Optimist Park

(21)
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From $1,415
  • 1-3 Beds
  • 1-3 Baths
525 E 21st Street, Charlotte, NC 28206
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Floorplans

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A1.3 1x1 584 SF
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 584 Sqft
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$1,415 - $1,942 Available now
A3.1 1x1 642 SF
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 642 Sqft
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$1,460 - $2,118 Available now
A4.2 1x1 693 SF
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 693 Sqft
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$1,527 - $2,056 Available now
A6.1 1x1 855 SF
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 855 Sqft
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$1,829 - $2,361 Available now
B3.3 2x2 1081 SF
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,081 Sqft
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$1,930 - $2,479 Available now
B4.1 2x2 1139 SF
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,139 Sqft
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$2,205 - $2,604 Available now
A1.2 1x1 558 SF
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 558 Sqft
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$1,437 - $1,965 Available 12/01
A5.1 1x1 744 SF
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 744 Sqft
Available 11/24
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$1,544 - $2,197 Available 11/24
A51H 1x1 744 SF
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 744 Sqft
Available 01/12/2026
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$1,426 - $1,627 Available 01/12/2026
B35H 2x2 1083 SF
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,083 Sqft
Available 12/29
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$1,969 - $2,327 Available 12/29
B6.1 2x2 1333 SF
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,333 Sqft
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$2,535 - $2,898 Available 12/01
TH21 2x2.5 1037 SF
  • 2 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,037 Sqft
Available 01/07/2026
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$2,283 - $2,427 Available 01/07/2026
A1.1 1x1 558 SF
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 558 Sqft
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A2.1 1x1 560 SF
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 560 Sqft
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A3.2 1x1 642 SF
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 642 Sqft
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A5.2 1x1 744 SF
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 744 Sqft
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A5.3 1x1 744 SF
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  • 1 Bath
  • 744 Sqft
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A5.4 1x1 768 SF
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 768 Sqft
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A52H 1x1 744 SF
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 744 Sqft
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TH11 1x1.5 803 SF
  • 1 Bed
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 803 Sqft
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TH12 1x1.5 857 SF
  • 1 Bed
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 857 Sqft
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TH13 1x1.5 857 SF
  • 1 Bed
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 857 Sqft
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A4.1 1x1 693 SF
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 693 Sqft
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B1.1 2x2 1053 SF
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,053 Sqft
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B2.1 2x2 1065 SF
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,065 Sqft
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B3.1 2x2 1059 SF
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,059 Sqft
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B3.2 2x2 1066 SF
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,066 Sqft
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B3.4 2x2 1081 SF
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,081 Sqft
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B3.6 2x2 1132 SF
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,132 Sqft
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B33H 2x2 1132 SF
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,132 Sqft
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B5.1 2x2 1102 SF
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,102 Sqft
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B7.1 2x2 1225 SF
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,225 Sqft
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TH22 2x2.5 1037 SF
  • 2 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,037 Sqft
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TH23 2x2.5 1027 SF
  • 2 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,027 Sqft
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C1.1 3x2 1243 SF
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,243 Sqft
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TH31 3x3 1408 SF
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,408 Sqft
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TH41 3x3 1923 SF
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,923 Sqft
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Estimated Fees

  • Security Deposit: $150
  • Application Fees: $85
  • There may be additional unit-specific fees. Please select a unit and move-in date here.

  • Pets allowed. Pet Limit 2 allowed. Pet Fees and Deposits Vary by Property. Please contact the appropriate leasing office with any questions. Assistance animals are always welcome without deposit or fee. Pet Types Allowed: Dogs, Cats, Fish, Caged Birds.
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The fees are estimates and actual amounts may vary. Pricing and availability are subject to change. For details, contact the property.

Rent Specials

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Offers vary by floorplan. Check details or contact property.
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Apartment Amenities

  • Fireplace
  • High Ceilings
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Patio/Balcony
  • Large Closets
  • View
  • Built In Desk
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Kitchen Island with Pendant Lighting
  • Wood Plank Flooring
  • Small Balcony
  • Club House Location
  • Corner Unit
  • Direct Entry
  • Extra Full Bath
  • Extra Half Bath
  • Elevator Access
  • Patio
  • Townhome
  • City View
  • Courtyard View
  • Smart Home Technology

Community Amenities

  • Elevator
  • Business Center
  • Pool
  • On-Site Management
  • Courtyard
  • On-Site Maintenance
  • Off Street Parking
  • High Speed Internet
  • Garage
  • Fitness Center
  • Controlled Access/Gated
  • Clubhouse
  • Podcast Room
  • Coworking Lounge
  • Skyline Views
  • Cabana
  • Electric Grill Stations
  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Coffee Bar
  • Pet Spa
  • Bike Storage
  • Electric Car Charging Stations
  • Resident Lounge
  • Resort Style Pool with Sun Deck
  • Yoga Studio
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  • Apartments in the Community: 352
  • Buildings in the Community: 1
  • Number of Stories: 4 - 5
  • Year Built: 2023

Historic charm blends with urban convenience and an industrial-inspired look you’ll love at MAA Optimist Park. Part of the eclectic NoDa neighborhood of Uptown Charlotte and thanks to the proximity to the light rail, our community opens the door to a kaleidoscope of experience that includes vibrant leisure spaces and art centers to the buzzing nightlife of countless hotspots downtown. Explore everything about our apartments in the 28206-area and their convenient 525 E 21st St address.
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Ratings and Reviews

4.0 Excellent
21 Reviews
  • Parking
    4/5
  • Amenities
    4.5/5
  • Maintenance
    4/5
  • Staff
    4/5
  • Value
    4/5
  • Location
    4.5/5
  • Noise
    4/5

Why Renters Love It Here

Renters appreciate the property's well-maintained buildings and grounds, as well as the helpful and responsive staff. The amenities, including the gym, pool, and workspaces, are frequently mentioned as highlights. Residents also enjoy the convenience of the location and the secure parking deck that ensures availability for tenants. The cleanliness of the apartments and common areas is noted, and many find the overall living experience to be positive and satisfactory.
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Verified Resident

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I love the amenities offered from the office space to the gym. The staff is so nice and so helpful. My only con how congested the street can be. Sometimes the street leading into the garage is congested and you cant tell if a car is coming or going so you have to be very careful when exiting but no biggie.

Anonymous Sep 19, 2025
Verified Resident

Great apartment

So excited to live here and enjoy all the amenities

Anonymous Aug 12, 2025
Verified Resident

Great apartment

The apartment is absolutely beautiful and im so excited to move in here

Anonymous Aug 12, 2025
Verified Resident

Nice but noisy

The apartment itself is fair weve been here a year and had a leak in our closet had to have the AC foxed theee times and theirs constance contruction goong on in front of us and the neighbors upstairs are always stomping its a noce place but too noisy

Anonymous Jul 10, 2025
Verified Resident

Parking

The parking is horribke Parkmg is the wirst

Nick May 5, 2025
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Average Utility Costs in North Carolina

Electricity
$139
Gas
$75
Water
$22
Sewer
$56
Cable
$59
Internet
$30

Prices in the Area

This Community Center City Charlotte, NC
1 Bed1 Bedroom $1,415 - $2,361 $778 - $6,181 $515 - $6,181
2 Beds2 Bedrooms $1,930 - $2,898 $530 - $6,444 $530 - $6,444

Location

525 E 21st Street, Charlotte, NC 28206
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50 /100
Somewhat Walkable
52 /100
Good Transit
36 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 50, Transit Score®: 52, Bike Score®: 36

  • Parkwood 0.19 mi
  • Charlotte Station 0.37 mi
  • Charlotte 0.37 mi
  • 25th Street 0.42 mi
  • Parkwood Ave & Umstead St 0.47 mi
  • The Plaza & Marguerite Ave 0.76 mi
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Contact Information

  • Monday-Friday 10:00AM-6:00PM
  • Saturday 10:00AM-5:00PM
  • Sunday 1:00PM-5:00PM

Prices and availability for this property were last updated Today.

The following floorplans are available: 1-bedroom apartments from $1,415 and 2-bedrooms apartments from $1,930.

The most popular nearby apartments are: MAA Optimist Park, Randolph Park, Autumn Park Apartments and Ashford Green.

Currently, MAA Optimist Park has 24 available units.

MAA Optimist Park is located in the Center City neighborhood.

The business hours are:
  • Monday-Friday 10:00AM-6:00PM
  • Saturday 10:00AM-5:00PM
  • Sunday 1:00PM-5:00PM