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Raleigh Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: December 25, 2025

There are currently 9913 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Raleigh, NC that range in price from $800 to $3,505. Downtown Raleigh, East Mordecai and Oakwood are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Raleigh with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Raleigh505$1,448$883
East Mordecai356$1,502$883
Oakwood346$1,534$883
Warehouse District343$1,548$883
Boylan Heights342$1,549$883
Southwest Raleigh342$1,552$883
College Park332$1,555$883
Captial District319$1,575$883
Fayetteville Street316$1,580$883
South Central316$1,580$883

Largest Available Raleigh Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Raleigh, NC is found at The Holston in the Oakwood neighborhood and is 862 square feet priced from $2,725. Weston Lakeside Apartments in the Beechtree neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 809 square feet and currently listed start at $1,393. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Raleigh:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The HolstonS7862 Sq Ft$2,725
Weston Lakeside ApartmentsRA2809 Sq Ft$1,393
Oberlin Court ApartmentsA1780 Sq Ft$1,152
The EasternWatts753 Sq Ft$1,703
Ray at The WeldS11P724 Sq Ft$2,019
Lantower Weston CornersS2703 Sq Ft$1,237
Jones Grant Urban FlatsS1693 Sq Ft$1,217
The MaggieSTAFFORD687 Sq Ft$1,706
Candour HouseA11687 Sq Ft$1,390
511 Faye S-17_566566 Sq Ft$1,608

Cheapest Available Raleigh Studio Apartments

As of December 25, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Raleigh, NC is the Furnished Studio A with Private Balcony Model starting from $896 at The Harrison Apartments in the East Raleigh neighborhood. The second most affordable Raleigh Studio is the STA - Studio A Model at Vivo Living North Woods starting at $899 in the Lakemont neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Raleigh is currently $1,505. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Raleigh:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Harrison ApartmentsFurnished Studio A with Private Balcony$896
Vivo Living North WoodsSTA - Studio A$899
Westgrove Tower CondominiumsS1$915
The FallsCapris Falls$923
Sterling Glenwood ApartmentsStudio Classic with Balcony$949
Pullen Station LoftsStudio$950
Greenway Flats ApartmentsStudio$995
The District North HillsThe Gray Fox - Studio$995
The Exchange at Brier CreekLondon$1,038

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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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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 Studio Raleigh Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Raleigh with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Raleigh is at The Harrison Apartments listed at $896.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Raleigh Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Raleigh is $1,505.

What is the largest available Studio Raleigh Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Raleigh is a 862 square feet unit starting from $2,725 at The Holston.

What is the average size for Raleigh Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Raleigh is currently 562 sq ft.

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