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$1,388/mo
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1 bed · 1 bath · 642 sq ft
525 E 21st St, Unit 459, Charlotte, NC 28206See all units at MAA Optimist ParkAs of October 13, 2026, Unit 459 at MAA Optimist Park in Charlotte, NC is a 1-bed, 1-bath, 642 sq ft apartment renting for $1,388 a month, available now. It is one of 9 available 1-bed units here, which rent for $1,303 to $1,793. Listed since August 21. The rent dropped from $1,403 to $1,388 on October 12.
Unit 459 at MAA Optimist Park is on floor 4 and has the A3.1 1x1 642 SF floor plan. Pets are allowed, garage or covered parking is available, and the unit has an in-unit washer and dryer.
Unit
459Floor plan
A3.1 1x1 642 SFFloor
4Beds
1 bdBaths
1 baSize
642 sqftPets
Pets allowedParking
Garage or covered parkingLaundry
In-unit washer and dryerFor Unit 459 at MAA Optimist Park, the lease is 14 months. The listing shows $430.75 a month in fees (office rental space $250, parking $50, pet rent 2 pets $40, and 6 more) and $1,435 due at signing (pet fee 2 pets $550, pet fee 1 pet $400, processing fee $250, and 2 more).
Rent
$1,388/moLease term
14 monthsEarliest move-in
Oct 12Community Fee | $18/mo |
Office Rental Space | $250/mo |
Package Management | $23/mo |
Parking | $50/mo |
Pet Rent 1 Pet | $20/mo |
Pet Rent 2 Pets | $40/mo |
Storage Space | $10/mo |
Utility Admin Fee | $3.75/mo |
Valet Trash Service | $16/mo |
Application Fee | $85 |
Pet Fee 1 Pet | $400 |
Pet Fee 2 Pets | $550 |
Processing Fee | $250 |
Security Deposit | $150 |
Unit 459 at MAA Optimist Park lists 2 amenities, including patio/balcony.
Patio/Balcony
Smart Home Technology
MAA Optimist Park is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 33 building amenities, including 24-hour fitness center, sparkling pool with sun deck, and private balconies.
24-Hour Emergency Maintenance
24-Hour Fitness Center
Additional Storage
Bicycle Storage
Built In Desk
Cabana
Climate-Controlled Hallways
Close To Light Rail Station
Coffee Bar
Controlled Access Buildings
Controlled Access Parking
Courtyard With Fireplace
Coworking Spaces
Curbside Trash Pickup
Electric Grill Station
Energy Efficient Design/Construction
Ev Charging Station
Gas Fireplaces
Interior Mail Room
In-Unit Washer And Dryer
Large Walk-In Closets
Multi-Level Parking Garage
Outdoor Kitchen
Pet-Friendly Community
Pet Spa
Planned Resident Events
Private Balconies
Resident Lounge
Smarthome Technology
Sparkling Pool With Sun Deck
Walkable To Restaurants
Wood Plank Flooring
Yoga Studio
525 E 21st St, Charlotte, NC, 28206
MAA Optimist Park has a 4.2 out of 5 rating from resident reviews.
MAA Optimist Park is somewhat walkable and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.
Explore upscale contemporary luxury apartments & townhomes at MAA Optimist Park in Charlotte. Rent for 1-3 bedrooms start at $1303 and features private balconies!
The closest school to MAA Optimist Park is Christ the King Weekday Day Care Center, a private preschool 0.2 miles away. The closest public school is Walter G Byers Elementary School, 1.3 miles away.
| School | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
Christ the King Weekday Day Care Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.2 mi |
Kid's Palace Learning Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.6 mi |
Selina's Daycare Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.0 mi |
All God's Children S/A Pgrm Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.0 mi |
Salvation Army Head Start Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.1 mi |
VERITAS Community School, CFA Charter · Middle | Charter | Middle | 1.1 mi |
Ms Mary's Christian Academy Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.1 mi |
Walls Memorial Day Care Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.3 mi |
Walter G Byers Elementary School Public · Middle | Public | Middle | 1.3 mi |
Charlotte Leadership Academy Private · High | Private | High | 1.4 mi |
MAA Optimist Park is managed by MAA. The leasing office's phone number is (980) 340-9567.