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NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities


5315 Waters Edge Village Dr Charlotte, NC

Studio - 3 Bed
1 - 2 Bath

579 - 1,905 Sq. Ft.

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Up to 10 weeks free for a limited time!* * Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded.

Studio • 1 Bath
$1,380 - $1,671
614 ft2
3 Available
Unit 5107
$1,671
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Unit 3107
$1,537
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Unit 2307
$1,380
Available Mar 14th, 2026
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Studio • 1 Bath
$1,597 - $1,842
654 ft2
3 Available
Unit 3508
$1,842
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Unit 3507
$1,597
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Unit 1508
$1,820
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Studio • 1 Bath
$1,554
653 ft2
1 Available
Unit 3309
$1,554
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Studio • 1 Bath
$1,485 - $1,618
579 ft2
2 Available
Unit 2311
$1,485
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Unit 5311
$1,618
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,875 - $1,983
851 ft2
4 Available
Unit 1511
$1,983
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Unit 3509
$1,875
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Unit 3503
$1,875
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Unit 3513
$1,897
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,821 - $1,978
763 ft2
5 Available
Unit 1512
$1,897
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Unit 1510
$1,978
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Unit 1514
$1,978
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Unit 3510
$1,967
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Unit 1310
$1,821
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,992 - $2,325
900 ft2
4 Available
Unit 4106
$2,118
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Unit 2502
$2,325
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Unit 2316
$1,992
Available Feb 7th, 2026
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Unit 1516
$2,082
Available Feb 7th, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$2,159
923 ft2
2 Available
Unit 2201
$2,159
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Unit 2202
$2,159
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,550 - $1,832
668 ft2
3 Available
Unit 2314
$1,832
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Unit 1114
$1,580
Available Jan 19th, 2026
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Unit 3114
$1,550
Available Feb 13th, 2026
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$2,659 - $2,693
1276 ft2
4 Available
Unit 1317
$2,659
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Unit 5317
$2,693
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Unit 1117
$2,693
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Unit 1102
$2,693
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$2,747
1073 ft2
1 Available
Unit 1402
$2,747
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$2,798 - $2,998
1130 ft2
2 Available
Unit 4401
$2,998
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Unit 3401
$2,798
Available Jan 19th, 2026
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$2,399
1061 ft2
3 Available
Unit 4303
$2,399
Available Jan 11th, 2026
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Unit 4115
$2,399
Available Jan 17th, 2026
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Unit 4103
$2,399
Available Jan 21st, 2026
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3 Beds • 2 Bath
$4,067
1905 ft2
2 Available
Unit 3201
$4,067
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Unit 3201
$4,067
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3 Beds • 2 Bath
$3,548 - $3,571
1426 ft2
2 Available
Unit 1420
$3,548
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Unit 4420
$3,571
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Amenities
In-unit Laundry
Air Conditioning
Fitness Center
Storage
Refrigerator
Garbage Disposal
Pool
Walk In Closets
Secured Entry
Dishwasher
Lounge Seating
Hammocks
Cabanas
Barbecue
24-hour Maintenance
High / Vaulted Ceiling
High-speed Internet
Cable-ready
Heat: Forced Air
Central A / C
Stainless Steel Appliances
Range / Oven
Microwave
Freezer
Pantry
Library
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.

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

$0.00

Lease Length:

Available months 12,13,14,15

Security Deposit:

$250.00

Property details
Description

Imagine a place where you can truly feel at home. Where serene trails form natural boundaries around personal and professional opportunities, and vibrant social conveniences are just steps away in University City. Offering a diverse collection of cozy studios, carriage homes, and 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom floor plans with lake views and luxury finishes, NOVEL University Place has refined spaces to fit any lifestyle. Just a 4 minute drive from University of North Carolina at Charlotte, there's no missing class when you are this close!

Additional Details
Year Built: 2022
Total Unit Count: 311
Last Updated: Updated 5 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:
$58,000
per year
1 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$69,200
per year
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$95,300
per year
3 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$137,300
per year
Rent report

NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities Rent vs. Charlotte Average

 NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities      Charlotte Average
Studio
$1,612
$1,338
$0
$550
$1,100
$1,650
$2,200
1BR
$1,922
$1,406
$0
$650
$1,300
$1,950
$2,600
2BR
$2,648
$1,833
$0
$900
$1,800
$2,700
$3,600
3BR
$3,813
$2,291
$0
$1,250
$2,500
$3,750
$5,000

NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities is asking 20% more than the average studio apartment in Charlotte.

If you upsized to an average priced Charlotte 1 bedroom apartment, you would pay 5% more per month.

NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities provides 21% 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 $1,612 $2.60 $4,835
1BR $1,922 $2.40 $5,765
2BR $2,648 $2.30 $7,943
3BR $3,813 $2.30 $11,440
Charlotte Average
Studio $1,338 $2.60 $4,015
1BR $1,406 $1.80 $4,219
2BR $1,833 $1.60 $5,498
3BR $2,291 $1.50 $6,872
4BR $2,506 $1.20 $7,519

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 2,407 1BR units on the market in Charlotte. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
11% 38% 36% 13% 2%
Available Units in Charlotte
Studio 672
1BR 2,407
2BR 2,256
3BR 819
4BR 121
Location
Nearby Colleges
Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Novant Health Prespyterian Medical Center 1.5 mi.
Novant Hospital Charlotte Orthopedic Hospital 1.58 mi.
Carolinas Medical Center 1.62 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
Charlotte Fire Department 0.99 mi.
Steele Creek Volunteer Fire Department And Rescue Services 3.33 mi.
Charlotte Volunteer Fire Department 5.06 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 44 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 42 units available for move-in over the next 2 months. 32 units are vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 579 to 1,905 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 $1,485 to $4,067. NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities has studio units available starting at $1,485, 1 bedroom units available starting at $1,550, 2 bedroom units available starting at $2,399, and 3 bedroom units available starting at $3,548.
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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