Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $700 (76 Rentals)

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North Raleigh, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Raleigh Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Raleigh area of Raleigh, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Spring Forest priced from $938. The Falls has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $958. Here are the most affordable North Raleigh apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Spring ForestWillow1BR,1BA$938
The FallsEmerald Falls1BR,1BA$958
Lynnwood ParkThe Alexander1BR,1BA$991
Northridge CrossingsThe Coach1BR,1BA$999
LYV Six ForksA1 - The Pine1BR,1BA$999
Quail Ridge Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$999
Woodlake DownsAsh1BR,1BA$1,004
Village of PickwickThe Brighton1BR,1BA$1,005
Bridges at North Hills1 Bed - 1 Bath (Renovated)1BR,1BA$1,006
Averelle North HillsThe Camellia1BR,1BA$1,010

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Raleigh, NC

As of April 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Raleigh area is the $1.19 price per square foot The Maple Model at Laurel Springs in the in the Lakemont neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value North Raleigh apartment is the 8132 McGuire Dr Model at 8132 McGuire Dr, Unit Townhouse starting at $1,450 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the East Raleigh neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Raleigh apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Laurel SpringsThe Maple2BR,2BA$1.19
8132 McGuire Dr, Unit Townhouse8132 McGuire Dr2BR,2.5BA$1.16
Lynn Lake2A Renovation 22BR,2BA$1.19
Hunting RidgeTwo Bedroom with Study2BR,1.5BA$1.23
Midtown Park TownhomesMT 2x1.52BR,1.5BA$1.31
Inman Park1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$1.30
Wakefield GlenA31BR,1BA$1.28
MILLBROOK POINTE2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.23
Northridge CrossingsThe Coach1BR,1BA$1.12
Cedar Springs ApartmentsThe Bartlett1BR,1BA$1.30

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North Raleigh, Raleigh, NC

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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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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 $1,010.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Raleigh?

The cheapest apartment in North Raleigh is Spring Forest which is listed at $938, while the average apartment in North Raleigh costs $2,390.

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 76 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 $121 which is $2,269 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Raleigh.

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