Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $500 (86 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Northwest Raleigh Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Raleigh area of Raleigh, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Woodlake Downs priced from $953. Village of Pickwick has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $965. Here are the most affordable Northwest Raleigh apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woodlake DownsAsh1BR,1BA$953
Village of PickwickThe CottageStudio,1BA$965
The TimbersA1 One Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$986
Lynnwood ParkThe Alexander1BR,1BA$991
The Gregory North and South Apartment HomesThe Live Oak1BR,1BA$999
Woodlyn on the Green Apartment HomesA21BR,1BA$1,001
Sailboat BayA2 TA Reno1BR,1BA$1,003
Sterling Glenwood Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,005
The Trails of North Hills1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A1BR,1BA$1,011
Laurel OaksThe Oak1BR,1BA$1,028

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Raleigh, NC

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest Raleigh area is the $1.05 price per square foot Sterling Model at Houndswood Village in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $2,464. The second greatest value Northwest Raleigh apartment is the 505 Bellmeade Bay Dr Model at 505 Bellmeade Bay Dr starting at $2,155 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the South Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Raleigh apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Houndswood VillageSterling3BR,2.5BA$1.05
505 Bellmeade Bay Dr505 Bellmeade Bay Dr3BR,2BA$1.19
Amavi Brier CreekTH-C13BR,2.5BA$1.33
6904 Saxby Ct6904 Saxby Ct2BR,2.5BA$1.22
310 Burrell Rd310 Burrell Rd3BR,2.5BA$1.20
Ashley Park ApartmentsThree Bedroom Apartment Homes3BR,2BA$1.23
FairgateTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.30
Bexley at PrestonAugusta3BR,2BA$1.32
Inman Park2 bed/2 bath2BR,2BA$1.32
Lynn Lake1C Den Renovation 21BR,1BA$1.28

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across North Carolina and customized analysis for Northwestern Raleigh, NC. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Raleigh Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northwest Raleigh?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northwest Raleigh is at The Falls listed at $1,036.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Raleigh Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Raleigh Apartment is $953 at Woodlake Downs.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northwest Raleigh Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwest Raleigh is starting from $1,170 at Six Forks Station Apartments.

What is the most affordable Northwest Raleigh Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Northwest Raleigh Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Parke at Trinity Apartment Homes and starts from $1,479.

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