
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Lake Neighborhood of Apex, NC from $1,100 (2 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,419 | $1,216 | $1,777 |
| West Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,704 | $1,155 | $1,990 |
| West Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,982 | $1,599 | $2,403 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Lake, NC
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Lake area is the $1.28 price per square foot B2 - The Laurel Model at Kildaire Reserve Apartments in the in the West Lake neighborhood starting from $1,439. The second greatest value West Lake apartment is the Sapphire Model at The SoHo Luxury Apartments starting at $1,670 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Woods of Ashbury neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kildaire Reserve Apartments | B2 - The Laurel | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| The SoHo Luxury Apartments | Sapphire | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Chandler Ridge | Three Bedroom - Income Guidelines Apply | 3BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Peterson Station at Sunset Lake | The Ash | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Abberly Royal Creek Apartment Homes | Richland | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Lake Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Lake?
The cheapest apartment in West Lake is Peterson Station at Sunset Lake which is listed at $1,216, while the average apartment in West Lake costs $1,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Lake?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in West Lake that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in West Lake?
Cheap apartments in West Lake have an average cost of $208 which is $1,742 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Lake.
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