MAA Optimist Park Apartments, 525 E 21st Street, Charlotte, NC

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Rent Specials

MAA Optimist Park

(21)

Verified Listing

From $1,415

1-3 Beds
1-3 Baths

525 E 21st Street, Charlotte, NC 28206

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

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A3.1 1x1 642 SF

1 Bed
1 Bath
642 Sqft

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$1,460 - $2,118 Available now

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A4.2 1x1 693 SF

1 Bed
1 Bath
693 Sqft

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$1,527 - $2,056 Available now

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A6.1 1x1 855 SF

1 Bed
1 Bath
855 Sqft

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$1,829 - $2,361 Available now

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B3.3 2x2 1081 SF

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,081 Sqft

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$1,930 - $2,479 Available now

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B4.1 2x2 1139 SF

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,139 Sqft

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$2,205 - $2,604 Available now

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A1.2 1x1 558 SF

1 Bed
1 Bath
558 Sqft

Available 12/01

$1,437 - $1,965 Available 12/01

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A5.1 1x1 744 SF

1 Bed
1 Bath
744 Sqft

Available 11/24

$1,544 - $2,197 Available 11/24

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A51H 1x1 744 SF

1 Bed
1 Bath
744 Sqft

Available 01/12/2026

$1,426 - $1,627 Available 01/12/2026

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B35H 2x2 1083 SF

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,083 Sqft

Available 12/29

$1,969 - $2,327 Available 12/29

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B6.1 2x2 1333 SF

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,333 Sqft

Available 12/01

$2,535 - $2,898 Available 12/01

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TH21 2x2.5 1037 SF

2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,037 Sqft

Available 01/07/2026

$2,283 - $2,427 Available 01/07/2026

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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

1 Bed
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

Lease now for six weeks free! Certain exclusions may apply.
Offers vary by floorplan. Check details or contact property.

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

Ready to see this property in person? Contact the property and ask for a private showing!

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

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.

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