Charlotte renters are in for a big year: the Charlotte metro is anticipated to see one of the strongest apartment construction waves in the country in 2025. But the Queen City itself stands out even more — ranking as the second-busiest city nationwide for new apartments planned this year, just behind Austin, TX.

Nationwide, more than half a million new rentals are expected to open in 2025, with the South claiming the lion’s share. North Carolina stands out as a major player — ranking #4 in the nation for new apartments this year.

Here are more insights from RentCafe.com’s Apartment Construction report: • The Charlotte metro is projected to add 16,995 new apartments — more than Raleigh, Durham, Greensboro, Wilmington, and Asheville combined. The metro ranks 6th nationwide, just behind A

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