Cheap Homes for Rent in the Lakeside Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $550 (44 Rentals)

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$625

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1911 Wolftech Ln, Unit 104

1911 Wolftech Ln
RaleighNC27603

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property at 1420 Collegiate Cir

$700

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1420 Collegiate Cir

RaleighNC27606
property at 1420 Collegiate Cir

$700

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1420 Collegiate Cir

RaleighNC27606

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Lakeside, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lakeside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lakeside area of Raleigh, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Walnut Creek Apartments priced from $800. The Kenton Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Lakeside apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Walnut Creek Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Duplex2BR,1BA$800
The Kenton Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$850
Woodall Apartments1402-K1BR,1BA$895
Trailwood Crossing ApartmentsA1 - Bickmore1BR,1BA$949
The GroveA1 - The Grove1BR,1BA$994
The Retreat at Lake Johnson ApartmentsA1 - Dahlia1BR,1BA$1,018

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakeside, NC

As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakeside area is the $0.58 price per square foot 3X3 Model at University Suites Student Housing in the in the Lakeside neighborhood starting from $799. The second greatest value Lakeside apartment is the 1440 Collegiate Cir Model at 1440 Collegiate Cir, Unit 104 starting at $625 with a $0.46 price per square foot in the Lakeside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakeside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
University Suites Student Housing3X33BR,3BA$0.58
1440 Collegiate Cir, Unit 1041440 Collegiate Cir4BR,4BA$0.46
2021 Wolf Tech Ln, Unit 2042021 Wolf Tech Ln4BR,4BA$0.46
3770 Pardue Woods Pl, Unit 3013770 Pardue Woods Pl3BR,3BA$0.48
Tryon Flats ApartmentsA24BR,4BA$0.58
1500 Graduate Ln, Unit 15001500 Graduate Ln4BR,4BA$0.48
Student Housing - Gorman Parkwood1 bd and 1 bath Student3BR,3BA$0.49
Centennial Village Student Housing3x33BR,3BA$0.49
Centennial Ridge Student Housing3x33BR,3BA$0.49
1820 at Centennial3x33BR,3BA$0.62

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Top Neighborhoods Near Raleigh Colleges and Universities

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lakeside

What type of rentals are currently available in Lakeside?

There are currently 132 Apartments for Rent in Lakeside, NC with pricing that ranges from $583 to $5,167. There are also 95 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lakeside ranging from $550 to $4,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lakeside?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lakeside ranges from $550 to $4,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,483.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lakeside?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lakeside range from $599 to $3,412, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $2,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $583.

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