Price shown is Base Rent. Residents are required to pay: At Application: Admin Fee ($150.00/unit); Application Fee ($75.00/applicant, nonrefundable); At Move-in: Security Deposit (Refundable) ($250.00/unit); Access Device ($25.00/device); Monthly: Utility-Billing Admin Fee (varies); Water/Sewer (usage-based); Electric-3rd Party (usage-based); Pest Control ($5.00/unit); Trash-Hauling ($35.00/unit); Internet ($55.00/unit); Package Services ($15.00/unit); Renters Liability Insurance-3rd Party (varies). Please visit the property website for a full list of all optional and situational fees. Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
Welcome home to Novel Univesity Place Apartments!
Imagine a place where you can truly feel at home. Where serene trails form natural boundaries around personal and professional opportunities, and vibrant social conveniences are just steps away in University City. Offering a diverse collection of cozy studios, carriage homes, and 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom floor plans with lake views and luxury finishes, NOVEL University Place has refined spaces to fit any lifestyle. Just a 4 minute drive from University of North Carolina at Charlotte, there's no missing class when you are this close!
Special offer
NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities
5315 Waters Edge Village Dr, Charlotte, NC 28262
- Special offer! Price shown is Base Rent, does not include non-optional fees and utilities. Review Building overview for details.
- Up to 10 weeks free for a limited time!* * Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded.
Apartment building
Studio-3 beds
Pet-friendly
Surface parking lot
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending | , sortable column |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 579 | Now | $1,433 | |
| 614 | Now | $1,480 | |
 | 653 | Now | $1,495 | |
 | 668 | Jan 18 | $1,499 | |
| 668 | Jan 19 | $1,529 | |
| 654 | Now | $1,534 | |
| 579 | Now | $1,553 | |
| 614 | Now | $1,600 | |
| 767 | Jan 19 | $1,609 | |
| 767 | Dec 19 | $1,639 | |
 | 763 | Now | $1,639 | |
| 668 | Now | $1,649 | |
 | 851 | Now | $1,689 | |
| 851 | Now | $1,689 | |
| 851 | Now | $1,709 | |
What's special
Cozy studiosLake viewsSerene trailsCarriage homesLuxury finishes
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Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Accessibility
- Disabled Access
View description
- Lake View
Unit Features
Other
- 11' Ceilings
- 4th Floor Premium
- Balcony: Extra Large Balcony
- End Unit
- Loss Leader
- Patio Balcony: Extra Large Balcony
- Top Floor
- Walkout Unit
Policies
Parking
- Off Street Parking
Lease terms
- Available months 12, 13, 14, 15
Pet essentials
- DogsAllowedNumber allowed2Weight limit (lbs.)75Monthly dog rent$25One-time dog fee$350
- CatsAllowedNumber allowed2Weight limit (lbs.)75Monthly cat rent$25One-time cat fee$350
- OtherAllowedNumber allowed2Weight limit (lbs.)75Monthly pet rent$25One-time pet fee$350
Restrictions
We welcome 2 pets per apartment home. There is a $350 non-refundable pet fee for the first pet and $100 for the second. Pet rent is $25 per month. There is a weight limit of 75 pounds per pet, and aggressive breeds are prohibited.
Neighborhood: University City
- College NearbyLocal university presence adds vibrancy, events, and youthful energy.Transit AccessConvenient access to buses, trains, and public transit for easy commuting.Dining SceneFrom casual bites to fine dining, a haven for food lovers.Green SpacesScenic trails and gardens with private, less-crowded natural escapes.
Centered on UNC Charlotte, 28262 blends college-town energy with suburban calm. Expect warm, humid summers and mild winters across wooded Piedmont terrain threaded by Mallard Creek and Clark’s Creek greenways. Residents frequent the Shoppes at University Place’s lakefront path, the UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens, and big draws like PNC Music Pavilion and IKEA Charlotte. Daily conveniences are close—Harris Teeter, Target, Walmart, Starbucks, local cafes, international eateries along University City Blvd, gyms like Planet Fitness and Orangetheory, and Armored Cow Brewing—while the LYNX Blue Line (JW Clay/UNC Charlotte) and quick I-85/I-485 access make commuting to Uptown or the University Research Park easy. Recent Zillow market trends indicate a steady median rent in the past few months with most listings falling in a moderate range for the Charlotte market. The area attracts students, young professionals, and families, and is notably pet friendly thanks to plentiful green spaces, neighborhood sidewalks, and community parks like Mallard Creek Community Park.
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Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Somewhat WalkableTransit Score®
/ 100
Some TransitBike Score®
/ 100
Somewhat BikeableNearby schools in Charlotte
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10University Meadows ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.1 mi
- 4/10James Martin MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 3/10Julius L. Chambers High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities?
NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities has a walk score of 62, it's somewhat walkable.
What is the transit score of NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities?
NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities has a transit score of 48, it has some transit.
What schools are assigned to NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities?
The schools assigned to NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities include University Meadows Elementary, James Martin Middle, and Julius L. Chambers High School.
What neighborhood is NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities in?
NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities is in the University City neighborhood in Charlotte, NC.
What are NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities's policies on pets?
Dogs are allowed, with a maximum weight restriction of 75lbs. A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed per unit. This building has a pet fee ranging from $350 to $350 for dogs. This building has a one time fee of $350 and monthly fee of $25 for dogs. Other pets are allowed, with a maximum weight restriction of 75lbs. A maximum of 2 other pets are allowed per unit. This building has a pet fee ranging from $350 to $350 for other pets. This building has a one time fee of $350 and monthly fee of $25 for other pets. Cats are allowed, with a maximum weight restriction of 75lbs. A maximum of 2 cats are allowed per unit. This building has a pet fee ranging from $350 to $350 for cats. This building has a one time fee of $350 and monthly fee of $25 for cats.
Does NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities have virtual tours available?
Yes, 3D and virtual tours are available for NOVEL University Place by Crescent Communities.
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