Cheap Homes for Rent in University Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $600 (18 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Raleigh, NC is a Studio unit found at Pullen Station Lofts priced from $950. Parkwood Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable University apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pullen Station LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$950
Parkwood Village Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
The Kenton Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,050
The GroveA1 - The Mirlen1BR,1BA$1,055
Capital Flats & Magnolia Square ApartmentsCF 1x1A1BR,1BA$1,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, NC

As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the University area is the $0.88 price per square foot 4 Bed, 4 Bath Plus Model at Yugo Raleigh Logan in the in the Cameron Park neighborhood starting from $1,179. The second greatest value University apartment is the 201 Model at Capital Apartments starting at $1,899 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Blount Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Yugo Raleigh Logan4 Bed, 4 Bath Plus4BR,4BA$0.88
Capital Apartments2012BR,1BA$1.48
Student Housing - Gorman Parkwood1 bd and 1 bath Student3BR,3BA$0.57
1430 Collegeview Ave, Unit University Glen1430 Collegeview Ave4BR,4BA$0.47
Wedgwood Apartments2-2.2BR,2BA$1.54
214 Cox Ave, Unit 214.5 Cox Ave214 Cox Ave2BR,1BA$1.45
Grand Arbor Reserve Apartment HomesBradbury 2 (B2)2BR,2BA$1.38
Method Townhomes2BD / 2.5BA Townhome2BR,2.5BA$0.89
701 Brooks Ave, Unit 701701 Brooks Ave2BR,1BA$1.39
Parkwood Village Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.24

Frequently Asked Questions about University

What type of rentals are currently available in University?

There are currently 402 Apartments for Rent in University, NC with pricing that ranges from $590 to $8,045. There are also 61 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University ranging from $635 to $4,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University ranges from $635 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,064.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University range from $999 to $7,515, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,550 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $635 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $590.

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