
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Johnson Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $500 (8 Rentals)
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1241 University Ct

1351 Crab Orchard Dr, Unit 302

The Wilde
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1251 University Ct, Unit 1

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1351 Crab Orchard Dr
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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 |
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Lake Johnson Studio Apartments | $1,487 | $1,358 | $1,630 |
Lake Johnson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,509 | $560 | $2,517 |
Lake Johnson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,916 | $880 | $3,693 |
Lake Johnson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,113 | $820 | $4,907 |
Lake Johnson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,089 | $735 | $2,051 |
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There are currently 8 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 4 Beds unit found at The Wilde priced from $735. 403 West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,012. Here are the most affordable Lake Johnson apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Wilde | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $735 |
403 West | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,012 |
Remington Place | Fairfield I | 1BR,1BA | $1,122 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Johnson, NC
As of May 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake Johnson area is the $1.64 price per square foot Amsterdam Model at Centerview at Crossroads in the in the Lakeside neighborhood starting from $2,274. The second greatest value Lake Johnson apartment is the 3 bed Model at Wildwoods Of Lake Johnson starting at $1,805 with a $1.47 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. |
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Centerview at Crossroads | Amsterdam | 3BR,2BA | $1.64 |
Wildwoods Of Lake Johnson | 3 bed | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
1251 University Ct, Unit 1 | 1251 University Ct | 1BR,1BA | $0.67 |
The Enclave at Crossroads | The Currituck | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
AXIS Crossroads | A2R | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Remington Place | Fairfield I | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
Newly Renovated South Valley Apartments | Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Brook Hill Townhouse | Silver Birch | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.69 |
Allora Pines | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
The Arden Apartments | 1a: Standard One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLake Johnson, Raleigh, NC
Ranked #121
Among neighborhoods in Raleigh, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Lake Johnson Neighborhood in Raleigh, NC
Walk Score®
26 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
25 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Johnson Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lake Johnson?
The cheapest apartment in Lake Johnson is 403 West which is listed at $1,012, while the average apartment in Lake Johnson costs $1,840.
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 6 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 $576 which is $1,264 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lake Johnson.
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