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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

5221 Nevin Rd, Charlotte, NC 28269, USA|Nevin Community
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Management

Brightside Apartments

Leasing office

(844) 712-0695

Property Overview

Brightside Apartments has earned a notable Zumper expert rating of 7.7 out of 10, reflecting its appeal to renters. With strong ratings for price (8/10) and amenities (8/10), it offers competitive pricing and a diverse range of features. Additionally, the location receives a high rating of 9/10 for its accessibility to essential services, while the trustworthiness rating of 7/10 highlights transparency regarding the property and its management.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.7
Very Good
Brightside Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

Classic 1BRL1 bed1 bath590 sqft$1,075 /mo1 unit available
BS2x12 bed1 bath680 sqft$1,300 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for Brightside Apartments

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Brightside Apartments

HomeApartments in CharlotteNevin Community Brightside Apartments

Brightside Apartments cost $1,075–$1,300 per month. Located at 5221 Nevin Rd, Charlotte, NC 28269, USA, Brightside Apartments has 1 — 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Charlotte, renting an apartment at Brightside Apartments is 23% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Charlotte include but are not limited to: Farm Pond Lane, 4333 Cinderella Road, 905 Kenilworth Ave, 2104 Cascade Pointe Blvd


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.7
/10
Very Good
Brightside Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Brightside Apartments
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, Brightside Apartments is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Nevin Community. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Brightside Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Brightside Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Brightside Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Brightside Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Brightside Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Nevin Community

1-bedroom apartments here are priced about the same as 1-bedrooms in Nevin Community.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Brightside Apartments to be on par with the average for similarly sized apartments in Nevin Community.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Nevin Community
Charlotte
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Charlotte
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,574
December 2023$1,527
January 2024$1,532
February 2024$1,490
March 2024$1,517
April 2024$1,507
May 2024$1,480
June 2024$1,498
July 2024$1,494
August 2024$1,494
September 2024$1,484
October 2024$1,476
November 2024$1,476
December 2024$1,448
January 2025$1,439
February 2025$1,424
March 2025$1,439
April 2025$1,465
May 2025$1,467
June 2025$1,478
July 2025$1,462
August 2025$1,469
September 2025$1,459
October 2025$1,426
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Nevin Community
MonthMedian Rent
March 2025$1,075
April 2025$1,075

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$43,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $43,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,075.
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Schools near Brightside Apartments

Winding Springs Elementary School

6601 horace mann rd

charlotte, NC, 28269

PK, K-5Public
C

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Academy

5833 millhaven ln

charlotte, NC, 28269

K-12Public
C+

Metro School

405 s davidson st

charlotte, NC, 28202

PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood

Nevin Community | Charlotte, NC

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Charlotte near 5221 Nevin Rd

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 5221 Nevin Rd, Charlotte

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

1/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

4/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

9/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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