
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Raleigh, NC Under $800 (2 Rentals)
Rental terms in Raleigh as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

The Freedom of Short-Term Rentals: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
From flexibility to potential costs, explore the key benefits and drawbacks of short-term rental housing from a renter's perspective.
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.
Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Raleigh?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Raleigh Studio Apartments | $1,493 | $875 | $5,512 |
Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,651 | $450 | $7,024 |
Raleigh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,066 | $859 | $8,472 |
Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,351 | $820 | $8,780 |
Raleigh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $590 | $3,350 |
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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 Short-term Raleigh Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Raleigh?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Raleigh is at 1430 Collegeview Ave, Unit University Glen listed at $590.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Raleigh Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Raleigh is $1,989.
What is the largest Short-term Raleigh Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Raleigh is a 3,474 square feet unit starting from $925 at Arbor Creek.
What is the average size for Raleigh Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Raleigh is currently at 699 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Raleigh
Written by: Chris Munier
Raleigh offers not only an exciting urban environment, the centerpiece of a thriving metro area, but it’s also affordable. That is, assuming you know where to rent.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.