
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC (920 Rentals)


Parker Apartments

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Mira

District at 54

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511 Faye

Pines of Ashton

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400H

Meridian at North Hills
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Alexan Moto

Oldham & Worth

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Allora Southview

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Allora Pines

The District at North Hills

St. Albans Lofts

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The Miles

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Sunnybrook Residences
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Maeve

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Arlow at Blue Ridge

MAA Vale

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Prose New Hope

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Broadstone Oak City

Bell Jones Franklin

Forge at Raleigh Iron Works

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The Falstaff

Paloma Raleigh

Crabtree Lakeside
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Maxwell Raleigh

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Cortland Glenwood South

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The Dillon

The Metropolitan

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Cortland Midtown East

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The Lincoln

Historic Boylan Apartments

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Brentmoor Apartments

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403 West

Rhyne's Gate Apartments
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Cortland Olde Raleigh

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The Devon Four25

Anderson Hills

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MAA Wade Park

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The Maggie

Village District

Infinity Six Forks
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Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Raleigh?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Raleigh Studio Apartments | $1,546 | $915 | $2,755 |
| Downtown Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,649 | $550 | $4,478 |
| Downtown Raleigh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,043 | $730 | $5,630 |
| Downtown Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,108 | $599 | $7,538 |
| Downtown Raleigh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,242 | $574 | $3,650 |
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There are currently 920 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Raleigh, Raleigh, NC
Ranked #1
Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States, including Raleigh. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting for your family? Amongst all of the communities in Raleigh, Downtown Raleigh has risen to be one of the best-regarded submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, and great learning and education resources.
Outdoors Rating
Do you like parks and greenspace? this area is a highly-rated section of town for nice outdoor spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This area of town is one of the finest luxury submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, on-site concierge services, views, access to parks, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury communities also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
Do you have dogs and cats? this area is now ranked as one of our favorite neighborhoods for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Raleigh
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Raleigh area of Raleigh, NC?
As of today, August 19, 2026, there are currently 920 available Downtown Raleigh apartments priced from $550 to $7,538, with an average monthly rent of $1,795.
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Raleigh?
There are currently 379 Studio Apartments in Downtown Raleigh with rent ranges from $915 to $2,755 with an average price of $1,546.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Raleigh Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Raleigh ranges from $550 to $4,478 with an average monthly rent of $1,649.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Raleigh cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Raleigh range from $730 to $5,630. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,043.
How expensive are Downtown Raleigh Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 222 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Raleigh on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $599 to $7,538 - averaging $2,108 for the location.
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