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Arbor Steele Creek

$1,050 – $1,643/mo

  • 1–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 600–900 sq ft
  • 28 units available
  • Pet friendly
12235 Stone Arbor Way, Charlotte, NC, 28273

As of October 13, 2026, Arbor Steele Creek in Charlotte, NC has 28 apartments for rent from $1,050 to $1,643/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,050 and two-bedrooms at $1,253. The average asking rent has fallen 6.6% since March 25, 2026, from $1,378 to $1,286.


Floor plans

Arbor Steele Creek has 28 units available across 2 floor plans: a one-bedroom layout (600 sq ft) and a two-bedroom layout (900 sq ft). Prices checked October 13, 2026.

Willow

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 600 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,050/mo

13 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
301$1,119600May 6
107$1,149600Jul 22
207$1,149600Aug 1
101$1,179600Aug 28
307$1,119600Sep 10
304$1,129600Sep 29
104$1,174600Oct 8
106$1,144600Oct 16
104$1,050600Oct 30
306$1,144600Nov 1
201$1,144600Nov 4
206$1,144600Dec 9
204$1,249600Dec 17

Cypress

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 900 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,253/mo

15 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
105$1,319900Nov 13
303$1,493900Jun 11
302$1,643900Aug 28
103$1,253900Sep 2
105$1,643900Sep 10
203$1,338900Sep 11
303$1,643900Sep 12
205$1,443900Oct 7
305$1,643900Oct 7
103$1,439900Oct 8
108$1,439900Oct 30
308$1,643900Nov 3
205$1,418900Nov 5
202$1,523900Nov 7
102$1,448900Jan 1

See all 27 units listed at Arbor Steele Creek, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Arbor Steele Creek, a one-bedroom starts at about $1,580 a month all-in: $1,050 rent, $354 in listed fees, and an estimated $176 for electric and gas, internet, and renters insurance. A two-bedroom starts at about $1,825.

All-in from$1,580/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Arbor Steele Creek takes about $37,800 a year for a one-bedroom and $45,108 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,580 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $68,600 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,580/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$68,600/yr

Income to qualify

$37,800/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Arbor Steele Creek has ranged from $1,221 to $1,393. The current average is $1,286, down $91 (6.6%) from $1,378 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (165 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for Arbor Steele Creek shows $353.75 a month in fees (parking garage $150, cable TV services $79, washer/dryer rental $40, and 6 more) and $1,075 due at signing (security deposit $500, pet fee $350, administrative fee $150, and 1 more).

  • Rent

    $1,050 – $1,643/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Jan 1

Monthly fees

Cable TV Services

$79/mo

Damage Waiver Program

$20/mo

Parking - Garage

$150/mo

Pest Control Services

$3/mo

Storage Space Rental

$35/mo

Trash Services - Doorstep

$15/mo

Trash Services - Hauling

$8/mo

Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

$3.75/mo

Washer/Dryer Rental

$40/mo

Due at signing

Administrative Fee

$150

Application Fee

$75

Pet Fee

$350

Security Deposit (Refundable)

$500

Amenities

Arbor Steele Creek is pet friendly. It lists 16 amenities, including expansive fitness center, sparkling resort-inspired pool, and patio/balcony.

  • Air Conditioning

  • Business Center

  • Clubhouse

  • Dishwasher

  • Expansive Fitness Center

  • Fitness Center

  • Lanai And Grilling Area

  • Minutes From Charlotte Douglas Airport

  • Nearby I-77, I-85, And Uptown Charlotte

  • Patio/Balcony

  • Pet Friendly

  • Playground

  • Smoke Free

  • Sparkling Resort-Inspired Pool

  • Swimming Pool

  • Walk-In Closets


Amenity photos

  • Pool
    2 photos
  • Gym
    3 photos
  • Work space

Location

12235 Stone Arbor Way, Charlotte, NC, 28273


Resident reviews

Arbor Steele Creek has a 3.7 out of 5 rating from more than 200 resident reviews. Residents rate location (4.5) and building quality (4.1) highest and maintenance (3.6) lowest.

3.7 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.0
Maintenance3.6
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.0
Location4.5
Building Quality4.1
Overall100 reviews

Arbor Steele Creek receives mixed feedback with 75% positive reviews. Residents consistently praise the quiet, peaceful community atmosphere, convenient location near shopping and schools, and responsive maintenance staff. However, recurring concerns include slow maintenance response times, unit condition issues at move-in, pest control challenges, communication gaps from the leasing office, and concerns about trash management and amenity upkeep.

Management and leasing office staff receive consistently positive feedback for professionalism, friendliness, and responsiveness during the leasing and move-in process. However, residents report recurring issues with maintenance response times, communication gaps on work orders, and inconsistent follow-up on service requests. Billing and administrative accuracy concerns have also been noted, including payment record discrepancies and deposit handling issues.

Maintenance response times are inconsistent, with some residents reporting same-day service for urgent issues like AC failures, while others experience delays spanning days or weeks. Communication gaps are a recurring concern—residents report receiving work order closure notifications without actual completion, lack of status updates, and difficulty reaching staff. When maintenance staff do engage, they are frequently described as professional and helpful, though follow-through and documentation accuracy remain problematic areas.

Residents appreciate the gym and pool amenities when operational, though several reviews report extended closures and maintenance issues. Common concerns include trash accumulation in common areas, inconsistent maintenance quality, and communication gaps with management. The property shows potential but requires improved upkeep of shared spaces and more reliable amenity access.

The property benefits from a convenient location with good access to shopping, dining, and workplaces, plus nearby public transit and educational centers. Parking availability is generally adequate, though some residents note it could be improved. The neighborhood is described as quiet and peaceful, making it an attractive feature for many residents.

The property has significant building maintenance and cleanliness concerns, with recurring reports of pest control issues, water damage, and deferred upkeep. While the location is noted as convenient, residents report slow maintenance response times and inadequate trash management. The complex requires renovations and more consistent property standards to match rental rates.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Arbor Steele Creek is car-dependent and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Arbor Steele Creek was good on 134 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in February (average AQI 61, moderate). Daily highs averaged 91°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 32°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

134 good-air days

of the past 365

: Moderate, AQI 52

Temperature

91° / 32°

average July high / January low

: 87° high, 55° low

Pollen

Moderate

Oct 13–17 forecast

Tree: very low, grass: very low, weed: moderate

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January51°F32°F54 (moderate)12 of 31
February55°F36°F61 (moderate)9 of 28
March72°F48°F51 (moderate)13 of 31
April79°F55°F54 (moderate)10 of 30
May78°F59°F52 (moderate)9 of 31
June88°F69°F54 (moderate)8 of 30
July91°F73°F60 (moderate)7 of 31
August89°F72°F59 (moderate)5 of 31
September87°F67°F53 (moderate)11 of 30
October73°F54°F44 (good)21 of 31
November65°F45°F45 (good)19 of 30
December54°F35°F56 (moderate)10 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 14, 2025 to Oct 13, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Arbor Steele Creek is a 384-unit building in Charlotte, NC.

At Arbor Steele Creek, we offer an upgraded outlook on apartment living. Our spacious one- and two- bedroom apartment homes are designed with you in mind featuring modern gourmet kitchens with quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances, luxury plank flooring, spacious patios and conveniences such as an in-home washer and dryer. Through our resident app, Hello Alfred, we're able to offer our residents a one-touch living experience - think bespoke community and wellness programming, easy online payments, and a suite of 20+ marketplace services, including home cleaning, pet care, and more. Upgrade your lifestyle today!

  • Building

    Apartment · Garden
  • Total units

    384

Nearby schools

The closest school to Arbor Steele Creek is Peighton's Place Day Care, a private preschool 0.5 miles away. The closest public school is Southwest Middle School, 0.8 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Peighton's Place Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Southwest Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.8 mi

Living Loose Academy-Busy Bees

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

Good Shepherd United Methodist School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.9 mi

Mama K's Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.4 mi

Arrowood Child Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.2 mi

Richardson's Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.4 mi

Precious Angels Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.6 mi

Baby Steps Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.7 mi

Empowering God's Youth Dc

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.7 mi

Contact & management

Arbor Steele Creek is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 704-251-2252.


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