
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carlton Heights Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $600 (25 Rentals)
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1500 Graduate Ln

Room in Condo on Carlton Ave

3512 Ivy Commons Dr

3512 Ivy Commons Dr, Unit 1391
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3512 Ivy Commons Dr, Unit 3512 Ivy commons Dr

1120 Carlton Ave, Unit 104A

1140 Carlton Ave, Unit 102

1140 Carlton Ave, Unit 102

1511 Graduate Ln, Unit 103

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Westgrove Tower Condominiums

1518 Ashburton Rd

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3116 Hillsborough

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Gorman Place
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1300 Gorman St
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 | $1,286 | $915 | $1,695 |
| Carlton Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,288 | $799 | $1,999 |
| Carlton Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,316 | $799 | $2,198 |
| Carlton Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,433 | $799 | $2,218 |
| Carlton Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,186 | $625 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Carlton Heights Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC.
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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 2 Beds unit found at Stanhope priced from $845. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanhope | 2x2 Shared | 2BR,2BA | $845 |
| Westgrove Tower Condominiums | S1 | Studio,1BA | $915 |
| The Grove | A1 - The Grove | 1BR,1BA | $1,002 |
| The Kenton Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Walnut Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Duplex | 2BR,1BA | $1,120 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carlton Heights, NC
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carlton Heights area is the $0.48 price per square foot 4x4.5 Model at Redfield Villages in the in the Grove Park neighborhood starting from $899. The second greatest value Carlton Heights apartment is the 3x3 Model at Stanhope starting at $1,295 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the Grove Park 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redfield Villages | 4x4.5 | 4BR,4.5BA | $0.48 |
| Stanhope | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.99 |
| Method Townhomes | 3BD / 3.5BA Townhome | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.50 |
| Student Housing - Gorman Parkwood | 1 bd and 1 bath Student | 3BR,3BA | $0.49 |
| Centennial Village Student Housing | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.59 |
| Gorman Crossings | 3B | 3BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Kensington Park | K2C | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| 1512CV | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Walnut Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Duplex | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| The Kenton Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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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 $1,409.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Carlton Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Carlton Heights is The Grove which is listed at $1,002, while the average apartment in Carlton Heights costs $1,399.
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 28 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 $686 which is $713 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Carlton Heights.
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