Studio Apartments for Rent in Raleigh, NC (148 Rentals)

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Raleigh's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Raleigh Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 05, 2025

There are currently 6610 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Raleigh, NC that range in price from $875 to $4,418. Downtown Raleigh, Outer Northern Outlying and Oakwood are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Raleigh with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Raleigh345$1,375$875
Outer Northern Outlying204$1,300$915
Oakwood195$1,455$875
Southwest Raleigh190$1,445$915
College Park187$1,454$875
Captial District165$1,454$1,015
Fayetteville Street165$1,454$1,015
South Central165$1,454$875
Northeast Raleigh157$1,060$935
Patterson Green140$1,454$1,015

Largest Available Raleigh Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Raleigh, NC is found at Weston Lakeside Apartments in the Beechtree neighborhood and is 809 square feet . Oberlin Court Apartments in the Oakwood neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 780 square feet and currently listed start at $1,437. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Raleigh:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Weston Lakeside ApartmentsRA2809 Sq FtCall for Rates
Oberlin Court ApartmentsA1780 Sq Ft$1,437
District at 54S6HC767 Sq Ft$1,550
The GramercyTribeca696 Sq Ft$1,555
Cortland Glenwood SouthS2695 Sq Ft$1,410
Highland North HillsBroadway690 Sq Ft$1,955
The RowBrooks690 Sq Ft$1,520
Jones Grant Urban FlatsS1680 Sq Ft$1,238
Skyhouse RaleighS5664 Sq Ft$1,199
MAA HueYellow653 Sq Ft$1,483

Cheapest Available Raleigh Studio Apartments

As of April 05, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Raleigh, NC is the S1 Model starting from $895 at Westgrove Tower Condominiums in the Grove Park neighborhood. The second most affordable Raleigh Studio is the Studio Model at Pullen Station Lofts starting at $950 in the Oakwood neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Raleigh is currently $1,431. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Raleigh:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Westgrove Tower CondominiumsS1$895
Pullen Station LoftsStudio$950
The HarrisonStudio B$960
Village of PickwickThe Cottage$965
Tree TopCedar$972
The District North HillsThe Gray Fox - Studio$995
PlatformAcela$1,015
The FallsCapris Falls$1,028
Vivo Living North WoodsStudio A$1,069
The FalstaffCypress$1,125

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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

Raleigh, NC Area Reviews

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Chris1+ 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 Studio Raleigh Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Raleigh with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Raleigh is at Westgrove Tower Condominiums listed at $895.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Raleigh Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Raleigh is $1,431.

What is the largest available Studio Raleigh Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Raleigh is a 809 square feet unit at Weston Lakeside Apartments.

What is the average size for Raleigh Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Raleigh is currently 534 sq ft.

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