
Cheap Homes for Rent in South Central Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $800 (12 Rentals)
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1104 Spaulding St

653 Coleman St

600 Coleman St

655 Coleman St

202 Selwyn Alley

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803 N State St
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1840 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
South Central, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in South Central?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Central 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,313 | $1,275 | $3,500 |
South Central 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,385 | $1,495 | $3,800 |
South Central 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,933 | $1,745 | $4,895 |
South Central 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Central Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC.
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Cheapest Available South Central Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central area of Raleigh, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Trails Corner Apartments priced from $1,125. Capital Flats & Magnolia Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,126. Here are the most affordable South Central apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Trails Corner Apartments | TC 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Capital Flats & Magnolia Square Apartments | CF 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,126 |
The Lincoln | The Hub Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,185 |
South Ridge | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
The Apartments at St. Mary's | S3 | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central, NC
As of April 10, 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 201 Model at Capital Apartments starting at $1,905 with a $1.49 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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ABODE at Hargett | Hudsen - Hargett | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.00 |
Capital Apartments | 201 | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
Wedgwood Apartments | 2-2. | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
Trails Corner Apartments | TC 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Milner Commons | 2 Bedroom - The Evergreen | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Longview Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
South Ridge | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
600 Devereux St, Unit C | 600 Devereux St | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
Cameron Court and The Shelton Apartments | Shelton | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
927 West Morgan | Wilmington | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Central
What type of rentals are currently available in South Central?
There are currently 223 Apartments for Rent in South Central, NC with pricing that ranges from $577 to $7,740. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Central ranging from $895 to $4,895.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Central?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Central ranges from $895 to $4,895 with an average monthly rent of $2,279.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Central?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Central range from $1,217 to $7,515, 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 $1,745 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,740.
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.