Second Ward

Charlotte, NC

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Second Ward - Charlotte, NC

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A lively sector of Uptown Charlotte

Urban Lively Public Transit Park Entertainment Upscale

Adjacent to First Ward in Uptown Charlotte, Second Ward is a bustling urban neighborhood in the heart of the city. Nestled along Interstate 277, residents can easily get in and out of town. Those in favor of public transportation will be pleased with the abundance of light rail stations available in Second Ward. This quaint neighborhood is home to the NASCAR Hall of Fame, the Charlotte Convention Center, and part of the Epicentre, a sprawling and lively indoor center filled with restaurants, bars, breweries, shops, a movie theater, and even a bowling alley. Residents enjoy the skyline views from Marshall Park, a public green space with a lake, fountain, and an amphitheater. Apartment rentals in Second Ward are fairly upscale, offering top-notch amenities and a central location in Uptown Charlotte.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Second Ward is $1,591 for a studio, $1,960 for one bedroom, $2,822 for two bedrooms, and $4,085 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Second Ward has decreased by -2.7% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 591 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,591/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 755 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,960/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,172 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,822/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,664 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $4,085/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

88

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

77

Excellent Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

53

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Discovery Place
  • Charlotte Nature Museum
  • Wing Haven Gardens & Bird Sanctuary
  • Briar Creek Greenway
  • Evergreen Nature Preserve

Airports

  • Charlotte/Douglas International
  • Concord-Padgett Regional

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