Last Updated: 1 Hr. Ago

Rent Specials

Lease now for six weeks free! Certain exclusions may apply.

Monthly Rent

$1,387 - $2,855

Beds

1 - 2

Baths

1 - 2

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

Note: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice.

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Lease Terms

3 - 12 Month Leases

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        $85
    • Due at Move-In
      • Administrative Fee
        $250

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About MAA Optimist Park

Historic charm blends with urban convenience and an industrial-inspired look you'll love at MAA Optimist Park. Part of the eclectic NoDa neighborhood of Uptown Charlotte and thanks to the proximity to the light rail, our community opens the door to a kaleidoscope of experience that includes vibrant leisure spaces and art centers to the buzzing nightlife of countless hotspots downtown. Explore everything about our apartments in the 28206-area and their convenient 525 E 21st St address.

MAA Optimist Park is located in Charlotte, North Carolina in the 28206 zip code. This apartment community was built in 2022 and has 5 stories with 352 units.

Special Features

  • Additional Storage
  • Courtyard View
  • Pet Spa
  • Small Balcony
  • Smart Home Technology
  • Yoga Studio
  • Electric Car Charging Stations
  • High Ceilings
  • Skyline Views
  • Controlled Access/gated
  • Townhome
  • 5th Floor
  • A5.1 1x1 744 Sf-Fp
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Park View
  • Patio/balcony
  • Pool View
  • 4th Floor
  • Electric Grill Stations
  • Elevator Access
  • B3.6 2x2 1132 Sf-Fp
  • Extra Full Bath
  • Garage
  • High Speed Internet
  • Podcast Room
  • City View
  • Coffee Bar
  • Direct Entry
  • Picnic/bbq Area
  • Resident Lounge
  • Resort Style Pool With Sun Deck
  • Corner Unit
  • Coworking Lounge
  • Extra Half Bath
  • Outdoor Kitchen

Community Features

  • Maintenance on site
  • Pet Washing Station
  • Car Charging Station
  • Elevator
  • Business Center
  • Lounge
  • Roof Terrace
  • Cabana
  • Courtyard
  • Grill
  • Fitness Center
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Bicycle Storage

Floorplan Amenities

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Quartz Countertops
  • High Ceilings
  • Balcony
  • Patio

Parking

Street

Garage

One parking space included per lease holder; please contact the leasing office for details around additional parking

Security

  • Package Service
  • Controlled Access
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Gated

Pet Policy

Dogs Allowed

Pet-friendly community. No breed or weight restrictions.

One time pet fee $400 for 1st pet.

  • $400 Deposit
  • $20 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $400 Fee
  • 75 lb Weight Limit
  • 2 Pet Limit

Cats Allowed

One time pet fee $400 for 1st pet.

  • $400 Deposit
  • $20 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $400 Fee
  • 2 Pet Limit

Airport

  • Charlotte/Douglas International

    Drive: 19 min 9.4 mi

  • Concord-Padgett Regional

    Drive: 24 min 14.2 mi

Commuter Rail

  • Charlotte Amtrak Station

    Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi

Transit / Subway

  • Parkwood Station

    Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi

  • 25Th St Station

    Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi

  • 9Th Street

    Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi

  • 36Th St Station

    Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi

  • Sunnyside St Citylynx

    Drive: 4 min 1.9 mi

Universities

Parks & Recreation

  • Discovery Place

    Drive: 3 min 1.7 mi

  • Charlotte Nature Museum

    Drive: 10 min 4.4 mi

  • Wing Haven Gardens & Bird Sanctuary

    Drive: 11 min 5.2 mi

  • RibbonWalk Nature Preserve

    Drive: 12 min 6.5 mi

  • Evergreen Nature Preserve

    Drive: 13 min 6.6 mi

Shopping Centers & Malls

Military Bases

Schools

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Private Elementary, Middle & High School

10 Students
(704) 733-9683
Grades 2-12

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