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Leigh House
$1,363 - $1,944
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Leigh House

2421 Landmark DrRaleigh, NC 27607
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Lassiter at North Hills
$1,389 - $5,073
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$1,389 - $5,073

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Lassiter at North Hills

4209 Lassiter Mill RdRaleigh, NC 27609
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The Gramercy
$1,415 - $2,610
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The Gramercy

650 W North StRaleigh, NC 27603
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Alexan Moto
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$1,429 - $2,544
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Alexan Moto

222 N West StRaleigh, NC 27603
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Anson at North Hills
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Anson at North Hills

3008 Calvary DrRaleigh, NC 27604
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Honeytree Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Honeytree Apartments

4344 Saint James Church RdRaleigh, NC 27604
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Magnolia Square
1 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Square

511 E Martin StRaleigh, NC 27601
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NorthCity6
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

NorthCity6

6350-6350 Terra Verde DrRaleigh, NC 27609
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Rosen at North Hills
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rosen at North Hills

5825 Pointer DrRaleigh, NC 27609
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Create a productive work-from-home apartment setup, even in a small space or studio. Discover layout ideas, desk solutions, and organization tips that actually work.

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Clairmont at Trinity
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clairmont at Trinity

1601 Medlin Creek LoopRaleigh, NC 27607
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Centennial Lofts
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Centennial Lofts

1527 Crest RdRaleigh, NC 27606
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Cary Pines Apartments
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$983 - $2,870
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$983 - $2,870

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Cary Pines Apartments

1331 Wicklow CtCary, NC 27511
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Indigo Apartments
$1,116 - $2,505
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Indigo Apartments

100 Adelaide CirMorrisville, NC 27560
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Aventura RTP
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$1,206 - $2,866
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Aventura RTP

200 Edinborough DrDurham, NC 27703
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The Pointe at Heritage
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$1,244 - $3,228
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$1,244 - $3,228

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The Pointe at Heritage

1747 Alexander Springs LnWake Forest, NC 27587
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Tryon Place
$1,253 - $2,316
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Tryon Place

4101 Skye LnCary, NC 27518
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When Life Happens: Your Options for Ending a Rental Lease Early

Unexpected life events can force you to break your lease. Learn how to communicate with your landlord, negotiate a solution, and understand your legal options for early termination.

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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 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 $950.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Raleigh?

The cheapest apartment in Raleigh is Olde School Commons which is listed at $709, while the average apartment in Raleigh costs $2,267.

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 2,170 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 $515 which is $1,752 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Raleigh.

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