
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Raleigh, NC Under $2,000 (216 Rentals)
Apartments in Raleigh with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


Highland North Hills

Overture Crabtree 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

The Keaton at Brier Creek

The Holston

Litchford 315 Apartments

The Edition on Oberlin

Meridian at North Hills

Leigh House
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The Greens at Centennial Campus

The Maggie

Overture Centennial 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

Camden Village District

Adara Alexander Place

400H

Link Apartments® Glenwood South

Lassiter at North Hills

Solis Hills
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712 Tucker

Cambridge Apartments

Muirfield Village Apartments

Centerview at Crossroads

Braxton at Brier Creek

Midtown Green

Allora Pines

The Marlowe Lake Boone

Park and Market

927 West Morgan
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The Franklin at Crossroads

ACCENT BRIER CREEK

MAA Vale

NorthCity6

The Point

Elevate Brier Creek

Wilmont Apartments

Sojourn Glenwood Place

Oberlin Court Apartments
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The Dillon

Cortland Glenwood South

Wakefield Glen

Inman Park

Marq at Crabtree

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Elan City Center

Summermill at Falls River

Broadstone Oak City
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Infinity Six Forks
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 | $1,475 | $899 | $2,975 |
Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,552 | $450 | $6,417 |
Raleigh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,896 | $800 | $8,071 |
Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,171 | $649 | $9,575 |
Raleigh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,981 | $775 | $3,870 |
Raleigh 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,483 | $2,750 | $6,900 |
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Raleigh, NCPopulation: 469,298
Ranked #41
in US Census Population by City
Pet Friendly LifestyleRaleigh, NC
Ranked #2
Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet 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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Raleigh, NC Area Reviews
Chris • 1+ years in Raleigh
February 27, 2025It'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 Raleigh
How much are Studio apartments in Raleigh?
There are currently 148 Studio Apartments in Raleigh with rent ranges from $759 to $2,975 with an average price of $2,093.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Raleigh Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Raleigh ranges from $450 to $6,417 with an average monthly rent of $1,552.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Raleigh cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Raleigh range from $800 to $8,071. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,896.
How expensive are Raleigh Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 473 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Raleigh on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $649 to $9,575 - averaging $2,171 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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