
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carlton Heights Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $600 (7 Rentals)
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Gorman Place
Carlton Heights, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carlton Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlton Heights Studio Apartments | $1,654 | $915 | $1,885 |
| Carlton Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,229 | $950 | $1,995 |
| Carlton Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,309 | $899 | $1,723 |
| Carlton Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $899 | $1,930 |
| Carlton Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,098 | $950 | $2,099 |
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Cheapest Available Carlton Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carlton Heights area of Raleigh, NC is a 3 Beds unit found at Maxwell Raleigh priced from $899. Westgrove Tower Condominiums has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $915. Here are the most affordable Carlton Heights apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxwell Raleigh | Chelsea- Premium | 3BR,3BA | $899 |
| Westgrove Tower Condominiums | S1 | Studio,1BA | $915 |
| The Grove | A1 - The Mirlen | 1BR,1BA | $953 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carlton Heights, NC
As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carlton Heights area is the $1.05 price per square foot K3D Model at Kensington Park in the in the Lakeside neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Carlton Heights apartment is the 1 bd and 1 bath Student Model at Student Housing - Gorman Parkwood starting at $725 with a $0.57 price per square foot in the Lakeside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carlton Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Park | K3D | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Student Housing - Gorman Parkwood | 1 bd and 1 bath Student | 3BR,3BA | $0.57 |
| Centennial Village Student Housing | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.58 |
| Apartments of Westgrove | Trinity | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.42 |
| Gorman Crossings | 3B | 3BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| 1512CV | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Rhyne's Gate Apartments | Standard Model | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Method Townhomes | 2BD / 2.5BA Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.89 |
| Arlow at Blue Ridge | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Walnut Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Duplex | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carlton Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Carlton Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Carlton Heights is under $1,341.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Carlton Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Carlton Heights is The Grove which is listed at $953, while the average apartment in Carlton Heights costs $1,850.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Carlton Heights?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 82 regular apartments in Carlton Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Carlton Heights?
Cheap apartments in Carlton Heights have an average cost of $760 which is $1,090 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Carlton Heights.
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