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The Reed

$1,775 – $3,496/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 576–1,184 sq ft
  • 18 units available
401 S Graham St, Charlotte, NC, 28202

As of October 14, 2026, The Reed in Charlotte, NC has 18 apartments for rent from $1,775 to $3,496/mo. Studios start at $1,775, one-bedrooms at $1,879, and two-bedrooms at $3,035. The average asking rent has fallen 7.3% since April 8, 2026, from $2,460 to $2,280.


Floor plans

The Reed has 18 units available across 11 floor plans: 2 studio layouts (576–712 sq ft), 8 one-bedroom layouts (763–865 sq ft), and a two-bedroom layout (1,184 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

Studio-SC

Studio • 1 Bath • 576 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,775/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2901$2,200576Oct 12
1901$1,775576Oct 16

Studio-SA

Studio • 1 Bath • 712 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,135/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2912$2,135712Oct 12

1 Bed/1 Bath-1A

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 776 – 805 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,879/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2911$2,501805Oct 12
2311$1,879776Oct 23
2411$1,879776Nov 7

1 Bed/1 Bath-1B

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 825 – 856 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,924/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2010$1,924825Oct 12
2810$2,154855Oct 12
2909$2,569856Oct 12
1909$1,924839Oct 22
2709$1,999839Nov 10

1 Bed/1 Bath-1G

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 763 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,035/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2015$2,035763Dec 10

1 Bed/1 Bath-1F

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 789 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,065/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1917$2,065789Oct 12

1 Bed/1 Bath-1C

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 781 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,117/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2208$2,117781Oct 16

1 Bed/1 Bath-1D

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 798 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,359/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2807$2,359798Nov 7

1 Bed/1 Bath-1E

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 865 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,834/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2906$2,834865Oct 30

1 Bed/1 Bath-1J

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 847 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,496/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
1805$3,496847Oct 12

2 Bed/2 Bath-2A

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,184 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,035/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
2316$3,0351,184Nov 26

See all 77 units listed at The Reed, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At The Reed, a studio starts at about $1,992 a month all-in: $1,775 rent and an estimated $217 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance. A one-bedroom starts at about $2,111 and a two-bedroom at about $3,335.

All-in from$1,992/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 The Reed takes about $63,900 a year for a studio, $67,644 for a one-bedroom, and $109,260 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,992 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $90,000 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,992/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$90,000/yr

Income to qualify

$63,900/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at The Reed has ranged from $2,085 to $2,880. The current average is $2,280, down $180 (7.3%) from $2,460 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (174 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $1,775 – $3,496/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 12

Amenities

The Reed has garage or covered parking. It lists 31 amenities, including dryer, fitness center, and swimming pool.

  • 24/7 Staffed Concierge Team

  • Additional Storage Available

  • Bike Storage

  • Concierge Service

  • Covered Parking

  • Elevator

  • Fitness Center

  • Group Exercise

  • High-Speed Internet Access

  • Housekeeping Available

  • On-Site Maintenance

  • Package Service

  • Parking Garage

  • Smoke-Free Community

  • Swimming Pool

  • Wi-Fi In Common Areas

  • Ceiling Fan

  • Controlled Access

  • Dishwasher

  • Dryer

  • Floor-To-Ceiling Windows

  • Hardwood Flooring

  • Individual Climate Control

  • In-Sink Disposal

  • Kitchen Island

  • Microwave

  • Range

  • Refrigerator

  • Soaring Uptown Charlotte Views

  • View

  • Washer


Amenity photos

  • Roof deck

Location

401 S Graham St, Charlotte, NC, 28202


Resident reviews

The Reed has a 4.2 out of 5 rating from more than 100 resident reviews. Residents rate maintenance (4.5) and management (4.0) highest and building quality (2.3) lowest.

4.2 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.0
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.1
Location3.9
Building Quality2.3
Maintenance4.5
Overall100 reviews

The Reed offers stunning city views and a desirable uptown location that attracts many residents. Staff performance is highly variable—concierge and leasing teams frequently receive praise for professionalism and warmth, while communication responsiveness, parking logistics, elevator maintenance, and building condition issues create ongoing frustration for some residents. Recent management changes have improved amenities and community events, though operational challenges persist.

Management responsiveness and communication are inconsistent, with many residents reporting delayed email responses and difficulty reaching the leasing office by phone, though recent management changes have improved overall service quality and resident engagement. Staff professionalism varies significantly—concierge and maintenance teams receive consistent praise, while leasing office availability and follow-through on commitments remain problematic for some residents. Parking policies, elevator maintenance, and trash chute issues are recurring operational concerns that management has struggled to address effectively.

Amenities and shared spaces at this property present a mixed picture. The gym, pool, and rooftop terrace are well-designed and generally well-maintained, with recent improvements including updated décor and cleanliness standards under new management. However, recurring issues significantly impact resident satisfaction: elevators frequently require service, parking arrangements have become a major frustration point following a management change (residents now assigned to floors 6-8 with limited guest passes), trash and valet services are inconsistently managed, and the pool experiences periodic closures due to maintenance needs.

The property's Uptown location offers excellent proximity to downtown amenities, games, and walkable access to shops and essentials, which residents consistently praise. However, location convenience is significantly impacted by parking logistics—the separately-managed garage charges $125/month with limited guest passes and restricted resident parking floors—and event-day traffic that can block road access for hours. Elevator reliability issues and leasing office communication gaps further affect day-to-day convenience, though transit access and nearby stores remain strong draws.

Residents report persistent elevator failures and trash management issues as primary building quality concerns. Multiple reviews cite elevators frequently out of service, requiring extended waits or stair use, while trash valet service leaves debris in hallways with lingering odors. Two recent positive reviews note the property is clean with good views and indicate ongoing improvements under new management, though the majority of feedback reflects unresolved maintenance and upkeep challenges.

Maintenance service at this property is generally responsive and professional, with most residents reporting quick resolution of repair requests including HVAC and appliance issues. However, one long-term resident reported challenges with email communication responsiveness and unresolved maintenance-related issues through the resident app, as well as concerns about odor infiltration through HVAC vents affecting apartment comfort.

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

The Reed is very walkable and bikeable, and transit is good.

Walking
Very walkable
Grade B
Transit
Good
Grade C
Biking
Bikeable
Grade C

Climate and air quality

Air quality near The Reed was good on 133 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

133 good-air days

of the past 365

: Moderate, AQI 60

Temperature

90° / 31°

average July high / January low

: 84° high, 62° low

Pollen

High

Oct 14–18 forecast

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

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January50°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°F72°F60 (moderate)7 of 31
August88°F71°F59 (moderate)5 of 31
September86°F66°F53 (moderate)11 of 30
October72°F53°F45 (good)20 of 31
November65°F44°F45 (good)19 of 30
December53°F34°F56 (moderate)10 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

The Reed, better known as your elevated lifestyle in the heart of Uptown Charlotte, offers open-concept layouts embellished with extraordinary details. Live above—literally and figuratively—on our stunning exterior skydeck with sweeping 360-degree views, where success and ambition come to life. Designed for the driven, our modern floor plans feature floor-to-ceiling windows, luxury finishes, and VIP access to top-tier amenities. Whether you're relaxing in the sky lounge, working out in our fitness center, or exploring the vibrant neighborhood, everything you need is right at your doorstep. Embrace a life of luxury, convenience, and excitement at The Reed—where your success takes center stage.


Nearby schools

The closest school to The Reed is First Pres Chur Child Development Center, a private preschool 0.4 miles away. The closest public school is Irwin Academic Center, 0.7 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

First Pres Chur Child Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Bank Of America Cdc

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Irwin Academic Center

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.7 mi

YWCA Uptown Child Development Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

First United Methodist Cdc

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

St. Mark's Circle School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Metro School

Public · High
PublicHigh0.8 mi

Brookstone Schools

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.8 mi

First Baptist Weekday School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

Brookstone Schools

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.8 mi

Contact & management

The Reed is managed by Bozzuto. The leasing office's phone number is 855.601.5486.


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