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Unit 538 at MAA Optimist Park

$2,098/mo

Available October 26

2 beds · 2 baths · 1,053 sq ft

525 E 21st St, Unit 538, Charlotte, NC 28206
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As of October 13, 2026, Unit 538 at MAA Optimist Park in Charlotte, NC is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,053 sq ft apartment renting for $2,098 a month, available October 26. It is one of 10 available 2-bed units here, which rent for $1,937 to $2,459. Listed since August 21. The rent rose from $2,093 to $2,098 on October 13.


Unit details

  • Unit

    538
  • Floor plan

    B1.1 2x2 1053 SF
  • Floor

    5
  • Beds

    2 bd
  • Baths

    2 ba
  • Size

    1,053 sqft
  • Pets

    Pets allowed
  • Parking

    Garage or covered parking
  • Laundry

    In-unit washer and dryer

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $2,093/mo
  • Lease term

    14 months
  • Move-in special

    Lease now and save 8 weeks free! Certain exclusions may apply.
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 26

Monthly fees

Community 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

Due at signing

Application Fee

$85

Pet Fee 1 Pet

$400

Pet Fee 2 Pets

$550

Processing Fee

$250

Security Deposit

$150

Unit amenities

  • City View

  • Corner Unit

  • Elevator Access

  • Patio/Balcony

  • Smart Home Technology


Building amenities

  • 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


Location

525 E 21st St, Charlotte, NC, 28206


Resident reviews

4.2

Getting around

MAA Optimist Park is somewhat walkable and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Somewhat walkable
Grade D
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

About this property

Explore upscale contemporary luxury apartments & townhomes at MAA Optimist Park in Charlotte. Rent for 1-3 bedrooms start at $1303 and features private balconies!


Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Christ the King Weekday Day Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.2 mi

Kid's Palace Learning Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Selina's Daycare

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.0 mi

All God's Children S/A Pgrm

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.0 mi

Salvation Army Head Start Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

VERITAS Community School, CFA

Charter · Middle
CharterMiddle1.1 mi

Ms Mary's Christian Academy

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

Walls Memorial Day Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.3 mi

Walter G Byers Elementary School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle1.3 mi

Charlotte Leadership Academy

Private · High
PrivateHigh1.4 mi

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