
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Raleigh, NC Under $2,000 (215 Rentals)
Apartments in Raleigh with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


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Maeve

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The Keaton at Brier Creek

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Midtown Green

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The Franklin at Crossroads

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Alexan Moto

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Prose New Hope

Parker Apartments

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Park and Market
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Cortland Midtown East

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The Signal

District at 54

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Arlow at Blue Ridge

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The Miles

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The Dillon

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Allora Pines

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Cortland Glenwood South

Wesley

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The Marlowe Lake Boone
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Atlantic Springs

ACCENT BRIER CREEK

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Leigh House

The Edition on Oberlin

Chester Hills

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Solis Buffaloe

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Mira

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Anderson Flats

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Junction Six Forks

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Blackwolf Run at Hedingham
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The Holston

616 at the Village

MAA Vale

The Park at North Ridge

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The Point

Elevate Brier Creek

Raleigh Exchange

The Metropolitan

Jamison at Brier Creek

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Oberlin Court Apartments
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Wakefield Glen

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Ray at The Weld

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The Dakota

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Alta Town Center

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Broadstone Oak City

The Hillsborough

The Greens at Tryon

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Villages at McCullers Walk
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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 | $1,481 | $885 | $2,755 |
| Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,549 | $625 | $6,450 |
| Raleigh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $797 | $7,438 |
| Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,096 | $625 | $9,930 |
| Raleigh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,741 | $620 | $10,000+ |
| Raleigh 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,848 | $949 | $5,148 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Raleigh
How much are Studio apartments in Raleigh?
There are currently 577 Studio Apartments in Raleigh with rent ranges from $664 to $2,755 with an average price of $1,935.
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 $625 to $6,450 with an average monthly rent of $1,549.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Raleigh cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Raleigh range from $797 to $7,438. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,895.
How expensive are Raleigh Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 530 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Raleigh on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $625 to $9,930 - averaging $2,096 for the location.
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