
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Willowbrook Neighborhood of Clayton, NC from $700 (15 Rentals)
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Stallings Mill Apartment Homes

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Willowbrook, Clayton, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Willowbrook?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willowbrook 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,412 | $1,224 | $1,499 |
| Willowbrook 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,559 | $1,379 | $1,720 |
| Willowbrook 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,849 | $1,526 | $1,947 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Willowbrook Neighborhood of Clayton, NC.
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Cheapest Available Willowbrook Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Willowbrook area of Raleigh, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Amelia Village priced from $1,224. Magnolia House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,380. Here are the most affordable Willowbrook apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amelia Village | Metropolitan | 1BR,1BA | $1,224 |
| Magnolia House | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,380 |
| Spinning Mill Lofts | The Whitley | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| Stallings Mill Apartment Homes | Flower Mill | 2BR,2BA | $1,527 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Willowbrook, NC
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Willowbrook area is the $1.32 price per square foot Cotton Mill Model at Stallings Mill Apartment Homes in the in the Poole Farms neighborhood starting from $1,615. The second greatest value Willowbrook apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at Magnolia House starting at $1,380 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the East Raleigh neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Willowbrook apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stallings Mill Apartment Homes | Cotton Mill | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Magnolia House | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Amelia Village | Metropolitan Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Parkside Village | The Plank | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Spinning Mill Lofts | The Whitley | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWillowbrook, Clayton, NC
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Willowbrook Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Willowbrook Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Willowbrook Apartment is $1,224 at Amelia Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Willowbrook Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Willowbrook is starting from $1,380 at Magnolia House.
What is the most affordable Willowbrook Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Willowbrook Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Amelia Village and starts from $1,724.
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