
Cheap Homes for Rent in East Central Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $800 (19 Rentals)
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Room in Townhome on Warm Springs Ln

732 Quarry St
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710 Coleman St

732 Quarry St

508 Bragg St

663 Coleman St

202 Selwyn Aly, Unit B

202 Selwyn Alley

209 E Peace St

619 Rawls Dr

523 Parnell Dr
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1729 Dallas St

214 Elm St

575 Rose Ln

2413 Derby Dr

332 Angier Ave

817 Friar Tuck Rd
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1301 Garner Rd
East Central Raleigh, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in East Central Raleigh?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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East Central Raleigh 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,508 | $950 | $3,000 |
East Central Raleigh 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,314 | $1,295 | $3,800 |
East Central Raleigh 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,385 | $1,900 | $3,495 |
East Central Raleigh 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,575 | $2,400 | $2,750 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Central Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC.
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Cheapest Available East Central Raleigh Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Central Raleigh area of Raleigh, NC is a Studio unit found at Milner Commons priced from $875. Pines of Ashton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable East Central Raleigh apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Milner Commons | Studio - The Willow | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Pines of Ashton | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Capital Flats & Magnolia Square Apartments | CF 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,130 |
The Waverly | Edinburgh | 1BR,1BA | $1,142 |
Elan City Center | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,143 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central Raleigh, NC
As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Central Raleigh area is the $1.46 price per square foot 201 Model at Capital Apartments in the in the Blount Street neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value East Central Raleigh apartment is the 3x2.5 Upgraded Townhome-Call For Availability Model at Wynsum Townhomes starting at $1,850 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the East Raleigh neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Central Raleigh apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Capital Apartments | 201 | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Wynsum Townhomes | 3x2.5 Upgraded Townhome-Call For Availability | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.49 |
Sunnybrook Pointe | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
Walnut Ridge | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
The Lincoln | The Newton | 2BR,2BA | $2.13 |
The Waverly | Edinburgh | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Longview Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
Pines of Ashton | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Elan City Center | A1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.14 |
Milner Commons | Studio - The Willow | Studio ,1BA | $2.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about East Central Raleigh
What type of rentals are currently available in East Central Raleigh?
There are currently 177 Apartments for Rent in East Central Raleigh, NC with pricing that ranges from $577 to $5,998. There are also 68 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Central Raleigh ranging from $895 to $3,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Central Raleigh?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Central Raleigh ranges from $895 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,997.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Central Raleigh?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Central Raleigh range from $1,500 to $5,998, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,295 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,880.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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