
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wake Forest, NC from $500 (19 Rentals)
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Wake Forest, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wake Forest?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Wake Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,542 | $545 | $3,318 |
Cheap Wake Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,903 | $1,116 | $3,307 |
Cheap Wake Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,334 | $1,262 | $5,074 |
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Cheapest Available Wake Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wake Forest, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Caveness Farms Apartments in the Reynolds Mill neighborhood priced from $1,117. Capital Creek at Heritage in the Reynolds Mill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,191. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wake Forest apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Caveness Farms Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,117 |
Capital Creek at Heritage | 1BR 1BA (737 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $1,191 |
Columns at Wakefield | The Ridge | 1BR,1BA | $1,193 |
Wakefield Station | Studio Dare S1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Legacy at Wakefield Apartments | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,222 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wake Forest, NC
As of February 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wake Forest area is the $1.32 price per square foot C1 Model at Wakefield Glen in the in the Reynolds Mill neighborhood starting from $2,030. The second greatest value Wake Forest apartment is the Wolfe Model at Aston Apartments starting at $2,225 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Reynolds Mill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wake Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Wakefield Glen | C1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.32 |
Aston Apartments | Wolfe | 3BR,2BA | $1.61 |
The Residences at Wakefield | Holly | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
Falls Creek Apartments and Townhomes | Two Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
River Haven | Neuse Vista | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
Summermill at Falls River | The Cape Hatteras | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
West Oak Apartment Homes | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
North Forest Apartments | The Bradford | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
Bexley at Heritage | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
Capital Creek at Heritage | 1BR 1BA (737 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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Getting Around Wake Forest, NC
Walk Score®
35 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
29 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wake Forest Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wake Forest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wake Forest Apartment is $1,117 at Caveness Farms Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wake Forest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wake Forest is starting from $1,239 at River Haven.
What is the most affordable Wake Forest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wake Forest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at River Haven and starts from $1,449.
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