9 best apartments in Uptown

Uptown is Charlotte’s crown jewel home to the city’s biggest sports, business, arts and food destinations. And for those fortunate enough to be earning top-dollar, you can pay top-dollar to live right in the middle of it all.

[Agenda related guide: 17 things to do, see, and eat in Uptown]

Uptown has dozens of high- and mid-rise apartment complexes that are all relatively new, offering the best of the best. And even though luxe finishes and over-the-top amenities are the standard for new development in Queen City, some diamonds in the not-so-rough shine a little brighter, including the picks we’ve rounded up for you here.

All data comes from our best apartments guide, last updated in May 2020.

The VUE Charlotte

Location: 215 N. Pine St.

Total apartment units: 395, built in 2010

Agenda related guide: The #1 apartment tower in Charlotte

Monthly rent:

• Studio: $1,330-$1,751
• 1 bedroom: $1,965-$3,367
• 2 bedroom: $2,762-$5,394
• 3 bedroom: $3,680-$7,080

Why it stands out:

• A 51-story luxury complex near BB&T Ballpark and Bank of American Stadium, the VUE offers some of the best Uptown views
• Luxe amenities include a 50th floor SKY lounge, a private bar for residents and their guests; a 4,000-square-foot health club and spa; and a golf simulator and gaming room

Novel Stonewall Station

Location: 400 E. Stonewall St.

Total apartment units: 459, built in 2018

Monthly rent:

• Studio: $1,282-$1,749
• 1 bedroom: $1,591-$2,755
• 2 bedroom: $2,123-$6,174
• 3 bedroom: $8,285

Why it stands out:

• The 2,600-square-foot gym has skyline views (talk about motivation)
• Whole Foods – located right below – has already opened its doors, and more retail businesses are slated to be built
• The pool deck has picnic tables and grills, views for days and lounge-style cabanas

Agenda guide: Want to live above Whole Foods Uptown? Rent ranges $1,295 – $15,000

Ascent Uptown

Location: 225 S. Poplar St.

Total apartment units: 300, built in 2017

Monthly rent:

• Studio: $1,345-$1,500
• 1 bedroom: $1,470-$6,961
• 2 bedroom: $3,338-$10,707

Why it stands out:

• Top-notch rooftop amenities include a saltwater pool, penthouse lounge with a bar and a fitness center with high-tech equipment
• Rooftop fire pit and entertainment space with lounge seating

SkyHouse Uptown

Location: 640 N. Church St.

Total apartment units: 672, built in 2015

Monthly rent:

• Studio: $1,031-$4,620
• 1 bedroom: $1,131-$6,610
• 2 bedroom: $1,814-$5,381
• 3 bedroom: $1,930-$8,586

Why it stands out:

• SkyPark is their exclusive open-air, one-acre activity area with putting greens, a dog park, fire pits, tennis courts and more – all elevated on the sixth floor with skyline views

Museum Tower

Location: 525 S. Church St.

Total apartment units: 395, built in 2016

Monthly rent:

• 1 bedroom: $1,590-$3,030
• 2 bedroom: $3,170-$4,555

Why it stands out:

• Unobstructed view of and walking distance to the Panther’s Stadium
• 24-hour concierge to take care of any needs, at any time
• A cycling studio and yoga room, in addition to the fitness center

Agenda guide: Luxury high-rise Museum Tower now open on top of the Mint. See the view from the 43rd floor (video)

Element Uptown

Location: 355 W. Martin Luther King Blvd.

Total apartment units: 352, built in 2015

Monthly rent:

• Studio: $1,200-$1,555
• 1 bedroom: $1,500-$2,125
• 2 bedroom: $2,150-$3,175

Why it stands out:

• Some units offer 12- to 14-foot ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows, opening up to Uptown views
• Ample entertaining areas, including private cabanas with TVs and food-prep station

Catalyst

Location: 255 W. Martin Luther King Blvd.

Total apartment units: 463, built in 2009

Monthly rent:

• 1 bedroom: $1,370-$1,897
• 2 bedroom: $2,165-$2,455

Why it stands out:

• Floor-to-ceiling windows in living areas and bedrooms of some units
• Free Google Fiber

Enclave

Location: 710 E. 7th St.

Total apartment units: 85, built in 2008

Monthly rent:

• Studio: $1,148-$1,878
• 1 bedroom: $1,388-$2,683
• 2 bedroom: $1,598-$3,078
• 3 bedroom: $2,213-$4,468

Why it stands out:

• Gated park/pet area with pet-waste disposal
• Coffee/breakfast concierge

Savoy

Location: 650 E. Stonewall St.

Total apartment units: 302, built in 2018

Monthly rent:

• Studio: $1,330-$1,775
• 1 bedroom: $1,161-$2,195
• 2 bedroom: $2,231-$3,443
• 3 bedroom: $3,225-$3,365

Why it stands out:

• Great amenities
• Resort-style salt water pool with sun deck
• Walking distance from Whole Foods

Uptown 550 on Stonewall

Location: 550 E. Stonewall St.

Total apartment units: 421, built in 2019

Monthly rent: 

• Studio: $1,223+
• 1 bedroom: $1,439+
• 2 bedroom:$1,959+
• 3 bedroom: $2,719+

Why it stands out:

• Offers insane amenities like a private rooftop bar and terrace, an on-site spa, outdoor saltwater pool with private cabanas, a coffee bar with barista, and state-of-the-art fitness center
• If you snag a unit in the 21-story tower, you can enjoy gorgeous Uptown views
• Just down the street from Whole Foods and other retailers

Marq Midtown

Location: 205 S. Kings Drive

Total apartment units: 261, built in 2015

Monthly rent: 

• Studio: $993- $1,120
• 1 bedroom: $1,173- $1,449
• 2 bedroom: $1,509- $2,129

Why it stands out: 

• Proximity to Metropolitan shopping center
• Close to Little Sugar Creek Greenway

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