
Homes for Rent in Raleigh, NC Under $1,500 (238 Rentals)


212 S State St

8026 River Watch Ln

7944 Averette Field Dr

1825 Vintage Rd

3555 Mill Run

2308 Myron Dr

710 N Person St

1535 Caraleigh Mills Ct, Unit 121

7010 Sandy Forks Rd
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1218 Boyer St

1422 Pineview Dr, Unit MIL Suite

3501 Streams of Fields Dr

4130 Kaplan Dr

1813 Fox Sterling Dr

4705 Fargo Ct

1900 Smallwood Dr

2378 Champion Ct

410 Lamont St

3508 Midway Island Court
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817 Dalewood Dr

5066 Flint Ridge Pl

7237 Sandy Creek Dr

6140 Loch Laural Ln

5912 Currin Fox Ct, Unit 1

7734 Kingsberry Ct

6011 Osprey Cove Dr

2010 Wolfmill Dr

217 Pecan Rd

3904 Greenleaf St
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1200-1202 Duplin Rd

3104 Lemay Ct

5105 Jimmy Ridge Pl

1004 Sandlin Pl

2124 Old Milburnie Rd

115 S Tarboro St

3505 Lake Woodard Dr

4401 Bleeker Ct

4363 Old Poole Rd

921 Weston St
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1464 Sawyer Rd

1201 Orchard Farm Ln

2011 Quaker Landing

332 Angier Ave

1927 Gorman St

1000 Nichols Dr

3209 Mill Run

4840 N New Hope Rd

7718 Kelley Ct

5131 Lundy Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Raleigh?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,611 | $850 | $3,100 |
| Raleigh 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,017 | $650 | $6,300 |
| Raleigh 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,374 | $500 | $6,000 |
| Raleigh 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,029 | $850 | $6,750 |
| Raleigh 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,287 | $2,700 | $8,400 |
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Raleigh, NCPopulation: 469,298
Ranked #41
in US Census Population by City
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Frequently Asked Questions about Raleigh
What type of rentals are currently available in Raleigh?
There are currently 1700 Apartments for Rent in Raleigh, NC with pricing that ranges from $599 to $11,031. There are also 1526 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Raleigh ranging from $450 to $8,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Raleigh?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Raleigh ranges from $450 to $8,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,962.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Raleigh?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Raleigh range from $599 to $11,031, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $650 to $6,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $599.
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