Cascades at Northlake apartments is a garden-style apartment community at 8700 Long Creek Club Drive, Charlotte, NC 28216. The property offers 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom floor plans, with 1-bedroom units starting at approximately $1,194 per month (as of Q2 2025). It is managed by Highmark Residential, a national property management company.
The property is pet-friendly, though breed restrictions and fees should be confirmed with the leasing office.
1-bedroom units are listed from $1,194 to $1,422 per month (as of Q2 2025). 2-bedroom units range from $1,422 to $1,694 per month (as of Q2 2025). 3-bedroom units range from $1,920 to $2,279 per month (as of Q2 2025).
Move-in specials may reduce the effective first-month cost. Confirm whether the quoted price reflects net effective rent or gross rent. Charlotte's rental market has seen moderate price adjustments in 2025. For a broader look at affordability across the city, see brightplace's guide to Charlotte's most affordable neighborhoods.
One-bedroom units range from 719 to 780 square feet (as of Q2 2025). Two-bedroom layouts span 1,027 to 1,126 square feet. Three-bedroom units offer 1,200 to 1,404 square feet. Floor level affects pricing within the same floor plan. Request the full availability sheet from the leasing office.
Cascades at Northlake sits in north Charlotte near the Northlake Mall corridor, close to the I-485 and Brookshire Freeway interchange. This is a car-dependent suburban area. Light rail does not serve this corridor.
Commute time to Uptown Charlotte is approximately 20 to 35 minutes by car via I-485 or Brookshire Freeway. CATS bus routes serve parts of the area, but the Blue Line light rail does not extend here.
Northlake Mall has Target, restaurants, and grocery stores. Latta Nature Preserve is approximately 4 miles south. Lake Norman is roughly 15 minutes north. Fitness centers cluster along the I-485 interchange exits.
At mid-market Charlotte communities, common review themes involve maintenance responsiveness, parking, noise, and management communication. Check the Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement database for an objective maintenance compliance history. Ask the leasing office about response times directly.
Parkview Apartments in Huntersville starts at $1,428/month. Bridges at Mallard Creek in Charlotte 28269 starts at $1,174/month. The Grayson in Charlotte 28262 starts at $1,035/month. All pricing as of Q2 2025. Renters also considering the Raleigh area should see brightplace's Raleigh-Durham renter guide.
Ask whether the property uses RUBS (Ratio Utility Billing System), which divides building utility costs among residents based on unit size. RUBS can add $50 to $150 per month (as of Q2 2025) beyond base rent. brightplace's guide to your true monthly cost explains how fees like these affect total housing expenses. Ask about the early termination fee, historical renewal rate increases, and the pet deposit structure.
Cascades at Northlake is at 8700 Long Creek Club Drive, Charlotte, NC 28216, near the Northlake Mall corridor, close to the I-485 and Brookshire Freeway interchange. It falls within the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) district.
The leasing office can be reached at 704-703-1326. Confirm current hours before calling. Calling directly is the most reliable way to confirm availability, pricing, and move-in specials. For a walkthrough of the full application process, see brightplace's guide to renting an apartment.
Charlotte's rental market has seen moderate adjustments in 2025, but changes vary by submarket. At Cascades at Northlake, 1-bedroom units start at $1,194/month (as of Q2 2025). Contact the leasing office about current concessions and move-in specials.
Cascades at Northlake is listed as pet-friendly. Specific breed restrictions, weight limits, deposits, and monthly pet rent should be confirmed directly with the leasing office before applying.
Cascades falls in the mid-market range for north Charlotte, with units priced between $1,194 and $2,279/month (as of Q2 2025). Comparable properties include Bridges at Mallard Creek and The Grayson at lower price points.
Utility inclusions must be confirmed with the leasing office. Ask specifically whether the property uses RUBS, which divides building utility costs among residents rather than metering individually. RUBS can add $50 to $150/month (as of Q2 2025) beyond base rent.
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