
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $300 (53 Rentals)
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North Raleigh, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Raleigh?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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North Raleigh Studio Apartments | $1,376 | $937 | $2,125 |
North Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,406 | $940 | $4,463 |
North Raleigh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,690 | $359 | $4,124 |
North Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,161 | $1,484 | $7,152 |
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There are currently 53 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC.
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Cheapest Available North Raleigh Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Raleigh area of Raleigh, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Brookefield Apartments priced from $359. Woodlake Downs has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $953. Here are the most affordable North Raleigh apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Brookefield Apartments | Cameron | 2BR,2BA | $359 |
Woodlake Downs | Ash | 1BR,1BA | $953 |
Spring Forest | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $986 |
The Timbers | A1 One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $986 |
Lynnwood Park | The Alexander | 1BR,1BA | $991 |
8809-8813 Litchford Rd | First Floor Bedroom Suite | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
LYV Six Forks | A1 - The Pine | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Village of Pickwick | The Brighton | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
Averelle North Hills | The Camellia | 1BR,1BA | $1,010 |
Sailboat Bay | A2 TA Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1,013 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Raleigh, NC
As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Raleigh area is the $1.36 price per square foot Crabtree Loft Style Model at The Lofts at Strickland Glen in the in the Two Courts neighborhood starting from $2,016. The second greatest value North Raleigh apartment is the 2 bed/2 bath Model at Inman Park starting at $1,645 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Copper Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Raleigh apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Lofts at Strickland Glen | Crabtree Loft Style | 3BR,3BA | $1.36 |
Inman Park | 2 bed/2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
Midtown Park Townhomes | MT 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
Wakefield Glen | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Hunting Ridge | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
MILLBROOK POINTE | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
Brookefield Apartments | Cameron | 2BR,2BA | $0.36 |
Lynn Lake | 1C Den Renovation 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Cedar Springs Apartments | The Bartlett | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
Bridges at North Hills | 1 Bed - 1 Bath (Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across North Carolina and customized analysis for North Raleigh. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, multifamily communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the North Raleigh Neighborhood in Raleigh, NC
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
23 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Raleigh Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Raleigh?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Raleigh is under $1,013.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Raleigh?
The cheapest apartment in North Raleigh is 7765 Falcon Rest Cir which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in North Raleigh costs $1,850.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Raleigh?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1,477 regular apartments in North Raleigh that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in North Raleigh?
Cheap apartments in North Raleigh have an average cost of $151 which is $1,699 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Raleigh.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Raleigh
Written by: Chris Munier
Raleigh offers not only an exciting urban environment, the centerpiece of a thriving metro area, but it’s also affordable. That is, assuming you know where to rent.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.