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Kingston South End

$1,395 – $4,990/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 404–1,459 sq ft
  • 30 units available
  • Pet friendly
124 E Kingston Ave, Charlotte, NC, 28203

As of October 13, 2026, Kingston South End in Charlotte, NC has 30 apartments for rent from $1,395 to $4,990/mo. Studios start at $1,395, one-bedrooms at $2,460, and two-bedrooms at $3,395. The average asking rent has fallen 26.1% since March 25, 2026, from $3,766 to $2,784.


Floor plans

Kingston South End has 30 units available across 13 floor plans: 2 studio layouts (404–412 sq ft), 7 one-bedroom layouts (821–937 sq ft), and 4 two-bedroom layouts (1,223–1,459 sq ft). Prices checked October 13, 2026.

S1

Studio • 1 Bath • 404 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,395/mo

7 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2015$1,655404Aug 11
1815$1,435404Aug 15
1615$1,395404Sep 19
1415$1,625404Oct 8
1015$1,605404Oct 21
1915$1,650404Nov 30
1715$1,640404Dec 5

S3

Studio • 1 Bath • 412 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,415/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2114$1,485412Aug 26
1414$1,415412Sep 22
2014$1,515412Oct 16

A8 Acc

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 839 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,460/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1009$2,460839Nov 25

A4

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 821 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,490/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1522$2,490821Oct 20

A5

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 823 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,575/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1923$2,575823Nov 23

A10-B

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 864 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,675/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1105$2,795864Aug 28
1205$2,675864Sep 19
1705$3,040864Oct 2
1305$3,020864Dec 8

A9-B

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 839 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,800/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1510$2,800839Sep 27

A11-B

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 886 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,125/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1204$3,125886Aug 18
904$3,210886Aug 24
1304$3,130886Oct 6

A12-B

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 937 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,205/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1202$3,205937Nov 24

B2-B Acc

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,223 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,395/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1107$3,3951,223Dec 1

B3-B

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,331 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,575/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1311$3,5751,331Aug 7
1711$4,0901,331Oct 1
1911$4,1001,331Nov 10

B4-B

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,355 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,895/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1818$4,4451,355Sep 19
1018$3,8951,355Sep 22
1118$4,4101,355Oct 10

B6-B

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,459 Sq Ft

Starting at $4,990/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1006$4,9901,459Oct 3

See all 123 units listed at Kingston South End, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Kingston South End, a studio starts at about $2,251 a month all-in: $1,395 rent, $690 in listed fees, and an estimated $166 for electric and gas, internet, and renters insurance. A one-bedroom starts at about $3,326 and a two-bedroom at about $4,303.

All-in from$2,251/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 Kingston South End takes about $50,220 a year for a studio, $88,560 for a one-bedroom, and $122,220 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,251 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $103,400 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,251/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$103,400/yr

Income to qualify

$50,220/yr

Your estimated budget

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$ —/mo

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Kingston South End has ranged from $2,732 to $3,766. The current average is $2,784, down $981 (26.1%) from $3,766 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (163 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for Kingston South End shows $689.81 a month in fees (common area/clubhouse rental $250, parking reserved $200, internet services $75, and 8 more) and $1,055 due at signing (pet fee $350, security deposit $350, administrative fee $250, and 2 more).

  • Rent

    $1,395 – $4,990/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Aug 7

Monthly fees

Common Area/Clubhouse Rental

$250/mo

Internet Services

$75/mo

Package Services

$5/mo

Parking

$75/mo

Parking - Reserved

$200/mo

Pest Control Services

$5/mo

Pet Rent

$25/mo

Renters Liability/Content - Property Program

$18.75/mo

Storage Space - Bicycle

$20/mo

Trash Services - Hauling

$10/mo

Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

$6.06/mo

Due at signing

Administrative Fee

$250

Application Fee

$75

Pet Fee

$350

Pet Management - Third Party

$30/yr

Security Deposit (Refundable)

$350

Amenities

Kingston South End is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 18 amenities, including fitness center, swimming pool, and patio/balcony.

  • 9th Floor Club Lounge With Demo Kitchen

  • 9th Floor Pool Deck W/ City Views, Alfresco Dining & Grill Station

  • Air Conditioning

  • Bike Storage And Workshop

  • Covered Parking W/ Ev Charging

  • Co-Working Hub With Individual Meeting Rooms

  • Dishwasher

  • Fitness Center

  • Patio/Balcony

  • Pet Friendly

  • Pet-Friendly Living

  • Smoke Free

  • Sophisticated Penthouse Lounge & Bar, W/ Modern Fireplace

  • Swanky 24th Level Lounge & Terrace W/ Panoramic Views

  • Swimming Pool

  • Top-Of-The-Line Athletic Club W/ Hiit Room & Yoga Studio

  • Walk-In Closets

  • Washer/Dryer


Amenity photos

  • Pool
    4 photos
  • Lobby
    2 photos

Location

124 E Kingston Ave, Charlotte, NC, 28203


Resident reviews

Kingston South End has a 4.7 out of 5 rating from more than 100 resident reviews. Residents rate amenities and shared spaces (4.8) and management (4.8) highest and maintenance (3.8) lowest.

4.7 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.8
Location4.7
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.8
Building Quality3.9
Maintenance3.8
Overall92 reviews

Kingston South End delivers a luxury apartment experience anchored by exceptional staff service, modern design, and an unbeatable South End location with walkable access to dining and entertainment. Residents consistently praise the professional and welcoming team, well-maintained amenities including a gym, pool, and rooftop spaces, and thoughtfully designed interiors. Common concerns include thin walls affecting sound insulation, paint durability issues, and limited co-working space availability during peak hours, though these do not significantly detract from overall satisfaction.

Management and staff at Kingston South End receive consistently high praise for professionalism, responsiveness, and genuine care toward residents. The leasing team facilitates smooth application and move-in processes, while concierge and office staff are noted for being welcoming, helpful, and quick to address resident needs. Two isolated negative interactions were reported, though the overwhelming majority of feedback reflects positive staff engagement across leasing, concierge, and maintenance functions.

Kingston South End offers an exceptional location in Charlotte's South End neighborhood with excellent walkability to restaurants, shops, and entertainment. The property is positioned near the Charlotte Rail Trail and provides convenient access to urban amenities, making it ideal for residents who prefer minimal car dependency. Most residents praise the prime location as a major highlight, though a small number note considerations such as nearby fire station activity and limited parking-related details.

Kingston South End offers well-maintained, modern amenities including a gym, heated pool, rooftop lounge, co-working spaces, and common areas that residents consistently praise. Staff responsiveness and concierge service are highlighted as standout strengths, with maintenance requests handled promptly. The property's prime South End location and thoughtful design of shared spaces contribute to a strong sense of community, though the pool is noted as smaller in scale and co-working space availability can be limited during peak hours.

The building features modern, well-designed apartments with quality finishes and thoughtfully maintained common areas that create a luxurious aesthetic. However, sound insulation between units is a recurring concern, with residents reporting thin walls and noticeable noise transmission, particularly from external sources. Interior finishes show some durability issues, including paint scuffing and door hardware squeaking, though maintenance staff are consistently praised for responsiveness and helpfulness.

Maintenance response is generally fast and attentive, with staff addressing work orders promptly. However, some residents report unresolved issues with cabinet hardware and door alignment that persist despite multiple submissions. Overall maintenance performance appears strong, though follow-through on certain repairs may need attention.

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

Kingston South End is very walkable and somewhat bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Very walkable
Grade A
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Somewhat bikeable
Grade D

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Kingston South End was good on 134 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in February (average AQI 61, moderate). Daily highs averaged 90°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 31°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

134 good-air days

of the past 365

: Moderate, AQI 52

Temperature

90° / 31°

average July high / January low

: 87° high, 54° low

Pollen

High

Oct 13–17 forecast

Tree: very low, grass: very low, weed: high

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January51°F31°F54 (moderate)12 of 31
February54°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
June87°F68°F54 (moderate)8 of 30
July90°F73°F60 (moderate)7 of 31
August89°F71°F59 (moderate)5 of 31
September86°F67°F53 (moderate)11 of 30
October72°F53°F44 (good)21 of 31
November65°F44°F45 (good)19 of 30
December53°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

Kingston South End is a 324-unit building in Charlotte, NC.

Inspired by the artistic spirit of Charlotte’s iconic South End Charlotte apartments scene and matched by a brand-new architectural canvas, Kingston embodies the perfect balance of creativity and innovation. As one of the most coveted luxury high-rise apartments Charlotte, NC has to offer, our curated collection of 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments and penthouses boasts thoughtfully-selected finishes, distinctive details, and smart living technology. Outside your door awaits an expertly curated array of lifestyle spaces, from our dreamy 9th-floor pool oasis to our swanky penthouse-level terrace with unparalleled skyline views. This is the new edit on luxury apartments South End of Charlotte, where style, culture, and elevated urban living converge.

  • Building

    Apartment · High-Rise
  • Total units

    324

Nearby schools

The closest school to Kingston South End is Charlotte Montessori School, a private elementary school 0.1 miles away. The closest public school is Sedgefield Elementary, 0.4 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Charlotte Montessori School

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.1 mi

Fairyland Day Care Center

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.2 mi

Sedgefield Elementary

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.4 mi

Pritchard Child Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Cornelius Aft/Sch Pgrm

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Elizabeth Lane Asep Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Pineville Asep Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Hickory Grove Aft/Sch Pgrm

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Matthews Asep Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Smith Asep Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Contact & management

Kingston South End is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 704-909-6666.


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