Studio Apartments for Rent in Raleigh, NC (166 Rentals)

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Raleigh Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 02, 2025

There are currently 6384 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Raleigh, NC that range in price from $825 to $3,505. Downtown Raleigh, East Mordecai and Outer Northern Outlying 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 Raleigh312$1,459$899
East Mordecai190$1,427$995
Outer Northern Outlying183$1,455$899
Hi Mount180$1,449$981
Oakwood Park179$1,433$1,131
Oakwood174$1,445$950
Boylan Heights172$1,440$1,140
Warehouse District172$1,440$1,140
Five Points169$1,449$981
Southwest Raleigh161$1,444$915

Largest Available Raleigh Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Raleigh, NC is found at Oberlin Court Apartments in the Oakwood neighborhood and is 780 square feet priced from $1,228. District at 54 in the Meadow Springs neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 767 square feet and currently listed start at $1,550. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Raleigh:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Oberlin Court ApartmentsA1780 Sq Ft$1,228
District at 54S6HC767 Sq Ft$1,550
The Exchange at Brier CreekLondon706 Sq Ft$1,135
Highland North HillsBroadway690 Sq Ft$1,925
The RowBrooks690 Sq Ft$1,510
The EasternBeacon687 Sq Ft$1,975
St. Albans LoftsArbor664 Sq Ft$1,419
MAA HueYellow653 Sq Ft$1,453
Tree TopCedar648 Sq Ft$981
Alexander CrossingClayton645 Sq Ft$1,414

Cheapest Available Raleigh Studio Apartments

As of July 02, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Raleigh, NC is the S1 Model starting from $895 at Westgrove Tower Condominiums in the Grove Park neighborhood. The second most affordable Raleigh Studio is the 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 $1,517. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Raleigh:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Westgrove Tower CondominiumsS1$895
Vivo Living North WoodsStudio A$899
Bridges at North HillsStudio (Renovated)$932
The FallsCapris Falls$932
Pullen Station LoftsStudio$950
The PinesStudio$950
Tree TopCedar$981
The District North HillsThe Gray Fox - Studio$995
The Piedmont Raleigh0 Bed 1 Bath - 496 Sq. Ft.$1,099
The Exchange at Brier CreekLondon$1,111

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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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Chris1+ 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 Westgrove Tower Condominiums listed at $895.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Raleigh is $1,517.

What is the largest available Studio Raleigh Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Raleigh is a 780 square feet unit starting from $1,228 at Oberlin Court Apartments.

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

The average size for a Studio rental in Raleigh is currently 544 sq ft.

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