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The Holston

1020 Hammell DrRaleigh, NC 27603
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Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 02, 2025

There are currently 43776 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Raleigh, NC that range in price from $625 to $6,417. Outer Northern Outlying, Downtown Raleigh and Northeast Raleigh are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Raleigh with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Outer Northern Outlying1606$1,480$859
Downtown Raleigh1358$1,624$625
Northeast Raleigh1096$1,440$859
Outlying North Cary Morrisville834$1,545$925
Southwest Raleigh816$1,690$625
Five Points691$1,745$1,025
Northwest Raleigh681$1,399$879
Outlying East Raleigh641$1,389$700
Hi Mount631$1,769$1,025
Warehouse District626$1,799$1,060

Largest Available Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Raleigh, NC is found at The Eastern in the Lakemont neighborhood and is 1,295 square feet priced from $3,393. Cortland Glenwood South in the Blount Street neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,260 square feet and currently listed start at $2,481. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Raleigh:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The EasternGreenbury1,295 Sq Ft$3,393
Cortland Glenwood SouthA381,260 Sq Ft$2,481
Apartments at The ArboretumRA5DTH1,200 Sq Ft$1,854
Highland North HillsHouston1,115 Sq Ft$2,830
Cobblestone VillageFlagstone1,106 Sq Ft$1,795
Cortland Midtown EastKolsch1,099 Sq Ft$1,755
Fox Crossing Luxury ApartmentsPlymouth1,085 Sq Ft$1,700
PlatformCoast Starlight1,070 Sq Ft$2,195
Preston RidgeA7 DEN1,067 Sq Ft$2,096
Ashley Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment Homes816 Sq Ft$1,322

Cheapest Available Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 02, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Raleigh, NC is the 1 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom Model starting from $899 at The Oaks Apartments in the East Raleigh neighborhood. The second most affordable Raleigh 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed - 1 Bath Model at Bridges at North Hills starting at $911 in the Northridge Trace neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Raleigh is currently $1,667. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Raleigh:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Oaks Apartments1 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom$899
Bridges at North Hills1 Bed - 1 Bath$911
Lake Lynn Reserve ApartmentsA3 - Seagull$935
The Parke at Trinity Apartment HomesA1$935
Arbor Creek11B$955
The TimbersA1 One Bed One Bath$975
Westgrove Tower CondominiumsA2/A2R$977
Averelle North HillsThe Camellia Renovated$980

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Raleigh Overview

The capital city of the great state of North Carolina and a jewel of the east coast, Raleigh is one of the fastest-growing destinations in the entire nation. Taking its name from Sir Walter Raleigh and acting as home to a number of prestigious universities, Raleigh's effortless mix of southern charm and big city convenience meld to create a truly one-of-a-kind city. A wide variety of options for Raleigh apartments in neighborhoods all over the area make this city a wonderful place to move to.

Why live in Raleigh, NC?

From the nightlife excitement that lines the downtown scene to the large number of world-class eateries and art galleries, Raleigh has been a gem of North Carolina for decades. It's no coincidence that this dynamic and on-the-move destination boasts the title of state capital, effortlessly blending historic architecture with modern convenience. Raleigh has consistently made the list of 'best places to live' by a wide swath of distinguished media, including #1 by Businessweek and #3 by Forbes.

Raleigh, NC
Population: 469,298

Ranked #41

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Raleigh, NC

Ranked #2

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Raleigh, NC

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Raleigh, NC Area Reviews

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Chris • 1+ years in Raleigh

February 27, 2025

It's an ideal spot for college students, young families, and business professionals. If you can tolerate some traffic jams periodically, then Raleigh's a terrific area in North Carolina.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Raleigh Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Raleigh with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Raleigh is at The Oaks Apartments listed at $899.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Raleigh Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Raleigh is $1,667.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Raleigh Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Raleigh is a 1,295 square feet unit starting from $3,393 at The Eastern.

What is the average size for Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Raleigh is currently 769 sq ft.

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