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Camden Cotton Mills

520 W 5th St, Charlotte, NC 28202 - Mecklenburg County

Apartment

1-2 beds

1-2 baths

737-1,375 sqft

About 520 W 5th St

This apartment located in a rental community in Charlotte features studio, one and two bedroom floor plans, a fully equipped kitchen with white quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a microwave and dishwasher, carpeted and polished concrete flooring, a living room and a dining area. Enjoy the comforts of elevators, central heat and A/C, in-unit laundry, high ceilings, ceiling fans and designer lighting and off-street parking. The community offers a community clubhouse with billiards and television lounge, a rooftop terrace with a saltwater pool, sundeck and outdoor grilling area, bike storage room and a 24/7 fitness center. This community is also wheelchair accessible, deleaded and cat friendly. Actual Unit May Vary.

RentalSource last checked: August 11, 2025 at 2:50 PM ET

Listed by: Camden Cotton Mills

Property Summary

Property Type:	Apartment
Rental Fee:	$1,379 - $2,659
Bedrooms:	1-2 beds
Bathrooms:	1-2 baths

Size:	737-1,375 sqft
Pet Friendly:	Yes
Listing Status:	Active
ID:	81978250

Property Amenities

• Air Conditioning

• Cable/Satellite TV

• Carpeted Floors

• Ceiling Fan

• Dishwasher

• Microwave

• Pet Friendly

• Wheelchair Access

Community Features

• Bike Paths

• Clubhouse

• Fitness Center

• Laundry Facilities

• Pool

• Reserved Parking

• Storage

Unit Rates

Name	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent
406	1	1	783	$1,379
811	1	1	756	$1,469
706	1	1	783	$1,479
729	1	1	826	$1,599
1029	1	1	826	$1,669

Leasing Information

Photos are an example of similar units within the building, actual unit may vary. Availability and pricing can change daily and vary by lease term. Please contact us to schedule a showing.

Additional Details

Apartments for rent in Charlotte for $1,379-$2,659 with 1-2 beds, 1-2 baths, 737-1,375 sqft, pet friendly and located within Camden Cotton Mills at 520 W 5th St in Charlotte, NC 28202. The averaged rental price of $2,019 is 2.0% ($41) lower than the average rent of $2,060 for apartments in Charlotte, NC and 2.1% ($44) lower than the average rent of $2,063 for apartments in Mecklenburg County. Camden Cotton Mills was advertised by Camden Cotton Mills yesterday at 11:40 AM ET.

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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Name	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent
406	1	1	783	$1,379
811	1	1	756	$1,469
706	1	1	783	$1,479
729	1	1	826	$1,599
1029	1	1	826	$1,669
921	1	1	737	$1,729
726	1	1	1,068	$1,779
403	1	1	1,061	$1,839
727	1	1	1,068	$1,849
705	1	1	1,083	$1,859
827	1	1	1,068	$1,869
719	1	1	846	$1,899
1012	1	1	810	$1,909
814	2	2	964	$2,299
301	2	2	1,375	$2,659

Camden Cotton Mills

520 W 5th St, Charlotte, NC 28202 - Mecklenburg County

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