
Cheap Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Raleigh, NC from $400 (123 Rentals) Page 2 of 3
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Lofts at North Hills

Wynsum Townhomes

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The Summit at Avent Ferry

Park and Market

The Mallory

Ashley Park Apartments

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Junction Six Forks

Solis Hills

Rhyne's Gate Apartments
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616 at the Village

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Lassiter at North Hills

The Villages of Lake Boone Trail

Moses Court Apartment Homes

Anson at North Hills

Honeytree Apartments

Cedar Springs Apartments

Magnolia Square

Beachwood Park Apartments and Townhomes

Windsor Falls
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Rosen at North Hills

Centennial Lofts

Clairmont at Trinity

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Cary Greens At Preston

Triangle Park Apartments

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Featherstone Village

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The Gregory North and South Apartment Homes

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Indigo Apartments

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The Waterford
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The Pointe at Heritage

Berkshire Park

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Aurella Cary

Bexley Park

Abberly Place Apartment Homes

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Preston View

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Adeline at White Oak

Huntington Apartments

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Cary Pines Apartments

Palisades of Wake Forest
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WaterWalk Raleigh RTP

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Aventura RTP

Treeline Timber Creek

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Park at Crossroads

Boundary Village

Town Station

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Aviation Crossing Apartments

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Tryon Place

Bexley at Preston

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Palisades at Legacy Oaks
Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Raleigh?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh Studio Apartments | $1,580 | $899 | $2,950 |
| Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,522 | $600 | $6,417 |
| Raleigh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,864 | $565 | $8,071 |
| Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,053 | $719 | $10,000+ |
| Raleigh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,813 | $785 | $10,000+ |
| Raleigh 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,803 | $949 | $4,764 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Raleigh Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Raleigh?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Raleigh is under $909.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Raleigh?
The cheapest apartment in Raleigh is Lynnwood Park which is listed at $814, while the average apartment in Raleigh costs $2,451.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Raleigh?
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 7,784 regular apartments in Raleigh 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 Raleigh?
Cheap apartments in Raleigh have an average cost of $499 which is $1,952 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Raleigh.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Helpful Local Expert Guides

A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Raleigh
Written by: Chris Munier
Raleigh offers not only an exciting urban environment, the centerpiece of a thriving metro area, but it’s also affordable. That is, assuming you know where to rent.

Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Raleigh
Written by: Chris Munier
Student apartments are not always easy to find in every location, but that’s not the case in the university-rich city of Raleigh, North Carolina.

Discover Terrific Apartment Opportunities Near Raleighs Largest Employers
Written by: Chris Munier
Did you recently land a new job in Raleigh but can’t find a suitable place to live? This is a common issue for working professionals making career changes, especially in a transplant-heavy area like Raleigh.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.