1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Raleigh, NC (689 Rentals)

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Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 04, 2025

There are currently 42614 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 Outlying1527$1,483$799
Downtown Raleigh1350$1,620$625
Northeast Raleigh894$1,415$799
Southwest Raleigh879$1,745$625
Warehouse District743$1,818$995
Boylan Heights742$1,819$995
Outlying North Cary Morrisville738$1,526$800
Oakwood Park734$1,808$960
East Mordecai723$1,809$1,060
Five Points689$1,675$1,125

Largest Available Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Raleigh, NC is found at The Holston in the Oakwood neighborhood and is 1,510 square feet priced from $4,475. The Row has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,409 square feet and currently listed start at $3,895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Raleigh:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The HolstonA1TH1,510 Sq Ft$4,475
The RowSummit1,409 Sq Ft$3,895
The EasternGreenbury1,295 Sq Ft$3,001
Cortland Glenwood SouthA381,260 Sq Ft$2,399
Apartments at The ArboretumRA5DTH1,200 Sq Ft$1,800
Ashley Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment Homes1,173 Sq Ft$1,301
Cortland Midtown EastAmber1,162 Sq Ft$1,739
Highland North HillsHouston1,115 Sq Ft$2,810
Cobblestone VillageFlagstone1,106 Sq Ft$1,795

Cheapest Available Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Raleigh, NC is the 1 Bedoom 1 Bathoom Model starting from $799 at The Oaks Apartments in the East Raleigh neighborhood. The second most affordable Raleigh 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Floor Plan Model at Pine Hills Apartments 55+ starting at $875 in the Oakwood neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Raleigh is currently $1,683. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Raleigh:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Oaks Apartments1 Bedoom 1 Bathoom$799
Pine Hills Apartments 55+One Bedroom Floor Plan$875
Arbor Creek11B$915
The Trails of North Hills1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A$937
1105 Flats at North HillsA1$945
8809-8813 Litchford Rd2nd Floor Bedroom Suite$950

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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

Raleigh, NC Area Reviews

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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 $799.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Raleigh is $1,683.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Raleigh is a 1,510 square feet unit starting from $4,475 at The Holston.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Raleigh is currently 782 sq ft.

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