
Student Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC (69 Rentals)
Rentals in the Downtown Raleigh area of Raleigh near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


The Wilde

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Bell Jones Franklin

Maxwell Raleigh

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The Metropolitan

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The Greens at Centennial Campus

Anderson Hills

Valentine Commons

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Stanhope

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616 at the Village
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Redpoint Raleigh

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Campus Crossings at Raleigh

Hub Raleigh

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Centennial Ridge Student Housing

Campus Edge

3116 Hillsborough

Yugo Raleigh Logan

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The Dakota

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Campus West at Tryon

Paloma Raleigh
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University Suites

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Village Green Student Housing

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Live On Hillsborough

The Station Raleigh

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College Inn

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University Village at 2505

Student Housing - Gorman Parkwood

University Commons

Gorman Street Village

Hillsborough Lofts
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Student Housing by NC State

Avery Ferry Complex

Bowen Residence Hall

205 Ashe Ave

On Campus Student Apartments

Bingham Residence Hall

Wolf Village Apartments

Gorman Row

Garden Place

Lofts at Lineberry
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NC State University Wolf Ridge Apartments

1505 Collegeview Ave

2709 Fraternity Ct

Campus Suites Apartments

Chamberlain Apartments

Evans Place Burt

Sullivan Residence Hall

Avent Ferry Residence Hall

North Residence Hall

University Meadows
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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 | $1,574 | $899 | $3,805 |
| Downtown Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,724 | $600 | $6,417 |
| Downtown Raleigh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,177 | $845 | $8,071 |
| Downtown Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,149 | $625 | $9,400 |
| Downtown Raleigh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,197 | $625 | $8,370 |
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There are currently 69 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
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Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Raleigh, Raleigh, NC
Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy
Moore Square Museum Magnet Mid
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Are you somebody that needs to live with access to the great outdoors? this part of town is now ranked as providing top-rated access to parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
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This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Student Downtown Raleigh Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Downtown Raleigh?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Downtown Raleigh is at Student Housing - Gorman Parkwood listed at $625.
How much is the average rent for a Student Downtown Raleigh Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Downtown Raleigh is $1,502.
What is the largest Student Downtown Raleigh Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Raleigh is a 2,333 square feet unit starting from $859 at Redpoint Raleigh.
What is the average size for Downtown Raleigh Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Downtown Raleigh is currently at 765 sq ft.
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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Raleigh
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Student apartments are not always easy to find in every location, but that’s not the case in the university-rich city of Raleigh, North Carolina.

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