
Cheap Homes for Rent in the East Central Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $500 (15 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in East Central Raleigh?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Central Raleigh 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,659 | $975 | $2,850 |
| East Central Raleigh 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,959 | $1,635 | $2,700 |
| East Central Raleigh 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,247 | $2,000 | $3,095 |
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There are currently 15 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 2 Beds unit found at Terrace at Rock Quarry priced from $797. Greenway Flats Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable East Central Raleigh apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terrace at Rock Quarry | Two bedroom 30% | 2BR,2BA | $797 |
| Greenway Flats Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Pines of Ashton | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Parkside at Davie | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| The Waverly | Berkely | 1BR,1BA | $1,097 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central Raleigh, NC
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Central Raleigh area is the $1.61 price per square foot 3 bedroom 70% Model at Rock Quarry Landing in the in the East Raleigh neighborhood starting from $1,952. The second greatest value East Central Raleigh apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Sunnybrook Pointe starting at $1,557 with a $1.41 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Quarry Landing | 3 bedroom 70% | 3BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Sunnybrook Pointe | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| The Waverly | Pembroke | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Elan City Center | C1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| Wynsum Townhomes | 2x1.5 Upgraded Townhome-Call For Availability | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.48 |
| The Lincoln | The Oak Townhome | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.65 |
| South Ridge | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Terrace at Rock Quarry | One bedroom 70% | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Longview Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Pines of Ashton | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in East Central Raleigh?
There are currently 187 Apartments for Rent in East Central Raleigh, NC with pricing that ranges from $664 to $6,211. There are also 60 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Central Raleigh ranging from $520 to $3,095.
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 $520 to $3,095 with an average monthly rent of $1,698.
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