
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC (903 Rentals)


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Maeve

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Alexan Moto

Oldham & Worth

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Allora Southview

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Allora Pines

The District

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The Miles

Platform

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Arlow at Blue Ridge

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Prose New Hope

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Broadstone Oak City

Chester Hills

Bell Jones Franklin

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The Signal

Forge at Raleigh Iron Works

Crabtree Lakeside
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The Metropolitan

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MAA Hue

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The Gramercy

Historic Boylan Apartments

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Brentmoor Apartments

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403 West

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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

Berkshire Village District
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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 | $1,500 | $872 | $3,151 |
| Downtown Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,687 | $650 | $6,733 |
| Downtown Raleigh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,088 | $755 | $7,441 |
| Downtown Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,113 | $599 | $7,538 |
| Downtown Raleigh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,181 | $574 | $7,228 |
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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
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Raleigh?
There are currently 378 Studio Apartments in Downtown Raleigh with rent ranges from $872 to $3,151 with an average price of $1,500.
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 $650 to $6,733 with an average monthly rent of $1,687.
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 $755 to $7,441. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,088.
How expensive are Downtown Raleigh Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 219 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Raleigh on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $599 to $7,538 - averaging $2,113 for the location.
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