
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Johnson Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $700 (36 Rentals)
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403 West

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Aurella Cary

Oxford Square

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The Lodge at Crossroads

Williamsburg Manor

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Tryon Place

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AXIS Crossroads
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Lake Johnson, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Johnson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Johnson Studio Apartments | $1,731 | $915 | $8,737 |
| Lake Johnson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,384 | $885 | $2,569 |
| Lake Johnson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,612 | $845 | $2,958 |
| Lake Johnson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,680 | $719 | $3,359 |
| Lake Johnson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,051 | $745 | $2,351 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lake Johnson Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC.
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Cheapest Available Lake Johnson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Johnson area of Raleigh, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Stanhope priced from $845. Maxwell Raleigh has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Lake Johnson apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanhope | 2x2 Shared | 2BR,2BA | $845 |
| Maxwell Raleigh | Chelsea- Premium | 3BR,3BA | $899 |
| Westgrove Tower Condominiums | S1 | Studio,1BA | $915 |
| Aurella Cary | The Camillia | 1BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| 403 West | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| MAA Trinity | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1,093 |
| Oxford Square | Acacia Standard - Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Bacarra | Unity Phase 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,102 |
| The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments | A1 - Dahlia | 1BR,1BA | $1,117 |
| Walnut Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Duplex | 2BR,1BA | $1,149 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Johnson, NC
As of April 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Johnson area is the $0.71 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 3 BathTownhome Model at Redpoint Raleigh in the in the Roylene Acres neighborhood starting from $995. The second greatest value Lake Johnson apartment is the B2 Model at AXIS Crossroads starting at $1,722 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Lakeside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Johnson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redpoint Raleigh | 3 Bedroom, 3 BathTownhome | 3BR,3BA | $0.71 |
| AXIS Crossroads | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Centennial Ridge Student Housing | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.59 |
| Williamsburg Manor | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Classic Unit No W/D Connection | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| Kensington Park | K2C | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Campus Edge | 2x2 Platinum | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| The Enclave at Crossroads | The Roanoke | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Remington Place | Fairfield I | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| MAA Trinity | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Walnut Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Duplex | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Johnson Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lake Johnson?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lake Johnson is under $1,149.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lake Johnson?
The cheapest apartment in Lake Johnson is Aurella Cary which is listed at $1,035, while the average apartment in Lake Johnson costs $1,733.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lake Johnson?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 110 regular apartments in Lake Johnson that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Lake Johnson?
Cheap apartments in Lake Johnson have an average cost of $653 which is $1,080 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lake Johnson.
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