
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverwood Neighborhood of Clayton, NC from $700 (7 Rentals)
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Riverwood, Clayton, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,454 | $1,261 | $2,150 |
| Riverwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,659 | $1,390 | $2,405 |
| Riverwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,921 | $1,529 | $2,025 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverwood Neighborhood of Clayton, NC.
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Cheapest Available Riverwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverwood area of Raleigh, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Pines at Glen Laurel Luxury Apartments priced from $1,261. Cobblers Station has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,390. Here are the most affordable Riverwood apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pines at Glen Laurel Luxury Apartments | The Brayden | 1BR,1BA | $1,261 |
| Cobblers Station | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,390 |
| Spinning Mill Lofts | The Whitley | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverwood, NC
As of March 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverwood area is the $1.32 price per square foot Bailey 2 Model at Walton Farms in the in the Churchill neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Riverwood apartment is the The Longleaf Model at The Arbors at East Village starting at $1,648 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Riverwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walton Farms | Bailey 2 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.32 |
| The Arbors at East Village | The Longleaf | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Cobblers Station | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Spinning Mill Lofts | The Whitley | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Pines at Glen Laurel Luxury Apartments | The Brayden | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverwood Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverwood?
The cheapest apartment in Riverwood is Pines at Glen Laurel Luxury Apartments which is listed at $1,261, while the average apartment in Riverwood costs $1,947.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverwood?
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 2 regular apartments in Riverwood 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 Riverwood?
Cheap apartments in Riverwood have an average cost of $109 which is $1,838 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverwood.
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