
Cheap Homes for Rent in East Central Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $800 (12 Rentals)
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1515 Poole Rd, Unit 1
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663 Coleman St

207 Colleton Rd

207 Colleton Rd
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214 Elm St

1312 S State St
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East Central Raleigh, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in East Central Raleigh?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Central Raleigh 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,827 | $950 | $3,500 |
East Central Raleigh 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,381 | $1,495 | $3,800 |
East Central Raleigh 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,231 | $2,000 | $2,400 |
East Central Raleigh 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,575 | $2,400 | $2,750 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Central Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC.
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Cheapest Available East Central Raleigh Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Central Raleigh area of Raleigh, NC is a Studio unit found at Milner Commons priced from $875. Skyhouse Raleigh has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,088. Here are the most affordable East Central Raleigh apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Milner Commons | Studio - The Willow | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Skyhouse Raleigh | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,088 |
Capital Flats & Magnolia Square Apartments | CF 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Trails Corner Apartments | TC 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Pines of Ashton | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central Raleigh, NC
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Central Raleigh area is the $1.57 price per square foot Townhouse 1 Model at The Edison Lofts Apartments in the in the Blount Street neighborhood starting from $2,370. The second greatest value East Central Raleigh apartment is the Winchester Model at The Waverly starting at $2,114 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the East Raleigh neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Central Raleigh apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Edison Lofts Apartments | Townhouse 1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
The Waverly | Winchester | 3BR,2BA | $1.56 |
Capital Apartments | 201 | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Wynsum Townhomes | 3x2.5 Upgraded Townhome-Call For Availability | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.49 |
Sunnybrook Pointe | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
Trails Corner Apartments | TC 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Walnut Ridge | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
Longview Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
South Ridge | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
The Falstaff | Kingston | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Central Raleigh
What type of rentals are currently available in East Central Raleigh?
There are currently 183 Apartments for Rent in East Central Raleigh, NC with pricing that ranges from $577 to $5,998. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Central Raleigh ranging from $850 to $3,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Central Raleigh?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Central Raleigh ranges from $850 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,064.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Central Raleigh?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Central Raleigh range from $1,275 to $5,998, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,495 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,880.
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