Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $500 (61 Rentals)

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Cosmo & Lewis Estates
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cosmo & Lewis Estates

1117-1129 Hadley RdRaleigh, NC 27610
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Walnut Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Terrace

1256 McCauley StRaleigh, NC 27601
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Shammah Winds
2 Bedroom Apartments

Shammah Winds

1407 Sawyer RdRaleigh, NC 27610
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Duplex Village
2 Bedroom Apartments

Duplex Village

1900-2006 Hawkins StRaleigh, NC 27610
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South Central, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Central Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central area of Raleigh, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Capital Flats & Magnolia Square Apartments priced from $969. Trails Corner Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable South Central apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Capital Flats & Magnolia Square ApartmentsCF 1x1A1BR,1BA$969
Trails Corner ApartmentsTC 2x12BR,1BA$1,125
Longview Village Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,147
Skyhouse RaleighS4Studio,1BA$1,185
The RowBlairStudio,1BA$1,185
PlatformCascadesStudio,1BA$1,195
MAA HueYellowStudio,1BA$1,198
South Ridge2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,200
Wedgwood ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,209
The LincolnThe Hub StudioStudio,1BA$1,255

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central, NC

As of February 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Central area is the $2.00 price per square foot Hudsen - Hargett Model at ABODE at Hargett in the in the Blount Street neighborhood starting from $3,175. The second greatest value South Central apartment is the 401 Model at Capital Apartments starting at $2,175 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Blount Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
ABODE at HargettHudsen - Hargett3BR,2.5BA$2.00
Capital Apartments4012BR,1BA$1.70
712 Tucker712b11452BR,2BA$2.03
Trails Corner ApartmentsTC 2x12BR,1BA$1.13
The Apartments at St. Mary'sA51BR,1BA$1.92
South Ridge2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.59
Elan City CenterB1-11BR,1BA$2.04
MAA HueRed 11BR,1BA$1.98
Longview Village Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.07
Capital Flats & Magnolia Square ApartmentsCF 1x1A1BR,1BA$1.94

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Central, Raleigh, NC

Ranked #33

Among neighborhoods in Raleigh, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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South Central, Raleigh, NC

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Raleigh, NC. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the South Central Neighborhood in Raleigh, NC

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

73 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

62 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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 South Central Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Central?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Central is at Skyhouse Raleigh listed at $1,185.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central Apartment is $969 at Capital Flats & Magnolia Square Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Central Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Central is starting from $1,125 at Trails Corner Apartments.

What is the most affordable South Central Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Central Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Trails Corner Apartments and starts from $1,275.

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