3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Raleigh, NC (556 Rentals)

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Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 06, 2025

There are currently 6380 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Raleigh, NC that range in price from $740 to $9,522. Outer Northern Outlying, Outlying North Cary Morrisville and Northeast Raleigh are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Raleigh with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Outer Northern Outlying266$1,975$1,000
Outlying North Cary Morrisville199$2,149$1,232
Northeast Raleigh164$2,000$1,399
Northwest Raleigh160$2,200$1,479
Downtown Raleigh158$2,056$740
Outlying East Raleigh113$1,934$1,164
Cary Crossroads Apex104$1,997$1,232
East Raleigh104$1,950$1,164
Greater East Raleigh104$1,950$1,164
Southwest Raleigh97$2,012$740

Largest Available Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Raleigh, NC is found at 4211 Massey Preserve Trail in the East Raleigh neighborhood and is 2,888 square feet priced from $2,159. 3528 Eastern Branch Rd has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 2,693 square feet and currently listed start at $2,260. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Raleigh:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
4211 Massey Preserve Trail4211 Massey Preserve Trail2,888 Sq Ft$2,159
3528 Eastern Branch Rd3528 Eastern Branch Rd2,693 Sq Ft$2,260
Houndswood VillageChestnut2,386 Sq Ft$2,399
Hudson at Georgia's LandingWatsonia2,354 Sq Ft$2,715

Cheapest Available Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 06, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Raleigh, NC is the C1 Model starting from $820 at The Wilde in the Lakeside neighborhood. The second most affordable Raleigh 3 Bedroom is the 3x3 Model at 1820 at Centennial starting at $970 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Raleigh is currently $2,349. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Raleigh:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The WildeC1$820
1820 at Centennial3x3$970
Amberwood at LochmereBirch$1,223
Trails Corner ApartmentsTC 3x1$1,275
River HavenNeuse Vista$1,469
The Parke at Trinity Apartment HomesC1$1,479
Berkshire ParkThe Majestic$1,479
Laurens WayBirch$1,485
Chatham Forest ApartmentsThe Willow Deluxe$1,489
The Reserve at White OakG3$1,506

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Raleigh Overview

The capital city of the great state of North Carolina and a jewel of the east coast, Raleigh is one of the fastest-growing destinations in the entire nation. Taking its name from Sir Walter Raleigh and acting as home to a number of prestigious universities, Raleigh's effortless mix of southern charm and big city convenience meld to create a truly one-of-a-kind city. A wide variety of options for Raleigh apartments in neighborhoods all over the area make this city a wonderful place to move to.

Why live in Raleigh, NC?

From the nightlife excitement that lines the downtown scene to the large number of world-class eateries and art galleries, Raleigh has been a gem of North Carolina for decades. It's no coincidence that this dynamic and on-the-move destination boasts the title of state capital, effortlessly blending historic architecture with modern convenience. Raleigh has consistently made the list of 'best places to live' by a wide swath of distinguished media, including #1 by Businessweek and #3 by Forbes.

Raleigh, NC
Population: 469,298

Ranked #41

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Raleigh, NC

Ranked #2

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Raleigh, NC

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Raleigh, NC Area Reviews

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Chris • 1+ years in Raleigh

February 27, 2025

It's an ideal spot for college students, young families, and business professionals. If you can tolerate some traffic jams periodically, then Raleigh's a terrific area in North Carolina.

Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Raleigh Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Raleigh with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Raleigh is at The Wilde listed at $820.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Raleigh Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Raleigh is $2,349.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Raleigh Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Raleigh is a 2,888 square feet unit starting from $2,159 at 4211 Massey Preserve Trail.

What is the average size for Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Raleigh is currently 1,626 sq ft.

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Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

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