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NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities


5315 Waters Edge Village Dr Charlotte, NC

Studio - 3 Bed
•
1 - 2 Bath

574 - 1,426 Sq. Ft.

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Luxury Living | Bigger Savings! Enjoy Up to 5 Months of Half-Off Base Rent on Select Apartment Homes at NOVEL University Place! Move In by 12/5/26. Minimum Lease Term Applies. Terms & Conditions Apply.

Studio • 1 Bath
$1,199 - $1,385
579 ft2
3 Available
Unit 4311
$1,353
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Unit 4111
$1,385
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Unit 3311
$1,199
Available Dec 8th, 2026
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Studio • 1 Bath
$1,504
654 ft2
1 Available
Unit 2508
$1,504
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Studio • 1 Bath
$1,261 - $1,377
653 ft2
2 Available
Unit 3109
$1,377
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Unit 2109
$1,261
Available Dec 8th, 2026
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Studio • 1 Bath
$1,259 - $1,593
574 ft2
4 Available
Unit 2406
$1,374
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Unit 4403
$1,593
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Unit 2408
$1,259
Available Dec 17th, 2026
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Unit 3404
$1,259
Available Jan 8th, 2027
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Studio • 1 Bath
$1,437 - $1,469
614 ft2
2 Available
Unit 1307
$1,469
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Unit 4107
$1,437
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,954
763 ft2
1 Available
Unit 1506
$1,954
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,776 - $1,916
668 ft2
4 Available
Unit 5313
$1,776
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Unit 1105
$1,777
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Unit 4314
$1,916
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Unit 3304
$1,916
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,764
653 ft2
1 Available
Unit 1112
$1,764
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,715
851 ft2
1 Available
Unit 2505
$1,715
Available Dec 22nd, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,855
923 ft2
1 Available
Unit 2201
$1,855
Available Jan 6th, 2027
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$2,087 - $2,300
1276 ft2
4 Available
Unit 2102
$2,087
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Unit 1320
$2,262
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Unit 4320
$2,233
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Unit 2302
$2,300
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,990
1061 ft2
1 Available
Unit 1303
$1,990
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$2,365
1130 ft2
1 Available
Unit 4402
$2,365
Available Nov 28th, 2026
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3 Beds • 2 Bath
$2,445 - $2,523
1426 ft2
3 Available
Unit 4420
$2,494
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Unit 1421
$2,523
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Unit 2420
$2,445
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Where you'll live
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Location ratings
Walk Score®
94
Walker's Paradise
Transit Score®
78
Excellent Transit
Bike Score®
50
Bikeable
Amenities
In-unit Laundry
Air Conditioning
Fitness Center
Storage
Refrigerator
Garbage Disposal
Pool
Walk In Closets
Package Receiving
Secured Entry
Dishwasher
Clubhouse
Business Center
Bike Storage
Lounge Seating
Dog Park
Hammocks
Barbecue
Library
Pantry
Freezer
Microwave
Range / Oven
Stainless Steel Appliances
Central A / C
Heat: Forced Air
Cable-ready
High-speed Internet
High / Vaulted Ceiling
24-hour Maintenance
Cabanas
Fees & leasing info
Pets
Dogs Ok
Cats Ok
Pet Friendly Community
Pet Park
Restrictions:

We welcome 2 pets per apartment home. There is a $350 non-refundable pet fee for the first pet and $100 for the second. Pet rent is $25 per month. There is a weight limit of 75 pounds per pet, and aggressive breeds are prohibited.

Pet Fee: $350.0
Pet Rent: $25.0
Size Restrictions:

Bird up to 75 lbs. Cat up to 75 lbs. Dog up to 75 lbs.

Pet Management - Third Party:

20.00 One time due at Move in

Pet Fee:

350.00 One time due at Move in

Pet Fee - Additional Pet:

100.00 One time due at Move in

Pet Rent:

25.00 Monthly

Parking
Covered Parking
Surface Parking
Garage - Attached
Off-street Parking
Electric Vehicle Charging
Lease & Fees
Application Fee:

$75.00

Lease Length:

Available months 12,13,14,15

Security Deposit:

$150.00

Security Deposit (refundable):

250.00 One time due at Move in

Month-to-month Fee:

600.00 Per occurrence

Intra-community Transfer Fee:

750.00 Per occurrence

Application Fee:

75.00 One time due at Application

Administrative Fee:

150.00 One time due at Application

Property details
Description

Live at the center of University City Charlotte at NOVEL University Place. Choose from studio to three-bedroom apartments with modern finishes, lake views, and well-connected access to dining, shopping, and greenways. Enjoy a resort-style pool, fitness center, coworking spaces, and easy access to UNC Charlotte and the Lynx light rail.

Additional Details
Year Built: 2022
Parking - Reserved: 75.00 Monthly
Parking - Garage: 300.00 Monthly
Access Device - Replacement: 25.00 Per occurrence
Returned Payment Fee (nsf): 35.00 Per occurrence
Access Device: 25.00 One time due at Move in
Package Services: 15.00 Monthly
Common Area/clubhouse Rental: 500.00 Per occurrence
Total Unit Count: 311
Last Updated: Updated 3 hours ago
Contact Number: (980) 246-4963
Office Hours
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Monday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities by bedroom type below.
Studio
Suggested income:
$49,400
per year
1 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$64,800
per year
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$79,400
per year
3 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$89,500
per year
Rent report

NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities Rent vs. Charlotte Average

 NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities      Charlotte Average
Studio
$1,373
$1,374
$0
$450
$900
$1,350
$1,800
1BR
$1,800
$1,429
$0
$600
$1,200
$1,800
$2,400
2BR
$2,206
$1,848
$0
$750
$1,500
$2,250
$3,000
3BR
$2,487
$2,231
$0
$850
$1,700
$2,550
$3,400

NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities is asking 0% less than the average studio apartment in Charlotte.

If you upsized to an average priced Charlotte 1 bedroom apartment, you would pay 4% more per month.

NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities provides 17% more square footage than the average Charlotte studio apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities
Studio $1,373 $2.30 $4,118
1BR $1,800 $2.40 $5,399
2BR $2,206 $1.80 $6,619
3BR $2,487 $1.70 $7,462
Charlotte Average
Studio $1,374 $2.70 $4,121
1BR $1,429 $1.80 $4,286
2BR $1,848 $1.60 $5,545
3BR $2,231 $1.50 $6,693
4BR $2,505 $1.20 $7,516

Availability in Charlotte

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 3,388 1BR units on the market in Charlotte. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
10% 40% 36% 12% 2%
Available Units in Charlotte
Studio 862
1BR 3,388
2BR 3,052
3BR 1,043
4BR 143
Location
Nearby Colleges
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 30 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 29 units available for move-in over the next 2 months. 22 units are vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 574 to 1,426 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
This property allows tenants to keep cats and dogs.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 and 2 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
Rent on available units ranges from $1,199 to $2,523. NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities has studio units available starting at $1,199, 1 bedroom units available starting at $1,715, 2 bedroom units available starting at $1,990, and 3 bedroom units available starting at $2,445.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 5315 Waters Edge Village Dr in Charlotte, NC. It's 0.5 miles northwest from the center of Charlotte.
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