
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Central Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $900 (34 Rentals)
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4812-4814 Edwards Mill Rd

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Lassiter at North Hills

Chester Hills

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The Marlowe Lake Boone

1206 Duplin Rd

4519 Edwards Mill Rd, Unit B

901 Marilyn Dr

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Clairmont at Crabtree

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1200-1202 Duplin Rd

Camden Carolinian

2308 Myron Dr
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North Central Raleigh, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Central Raleigh?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Central Raleigh Studio Apartments | $1,413 | $1,075 | $1,849 |
| North Central Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,576 | $969 | $2,375 |
| North Central Raleigh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,964 | $1,153 | $3,417 |
| North Central Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,541 | $1,410 | $3,854 |
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Cheapest Available North Central Raleigh Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Central Raleigh area of Raleigh, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Trails of North Hills priced from $969. Creekside at Crabtree has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,234. Here are the most affordable North Central Raleigh apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Trails of North Hills | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
| Creekside at Crabtree | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,234 |
| Marshall Park Apartments + Townhomes | Abbott/Bay | 1BR,1BA | $1,290 |
| Sterling Glenwood Apartments | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Marq at Crabtree | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,306 |
| Sojourn Glenwood Place | Studio S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,319 |
| Lassiter at North Hills | E2 | Studio,1BA | $1,339 |
| Crabtree Lakeside | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,343 |
| Chester Hills | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,343 |
| Oberlin Court Apartments | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,351 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central Raleigh, NC
As of August 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Central Raleigh area is the $1.56 price per square foot 2x2.5 townhm Model at The Townes at Bishops Park in the in the Blount Street neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value North Central Raleigh apartment is the 2 BEDROOM Model at Anclote Arms starting at $1,400 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Grove Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Central Raleigh apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Townes at Bishops Park | 2x2.5 townhm | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.56 |
| Anclote Arms | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Brickettwood Apartments | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Spanish Trace Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath with Washer/Dryer - Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Parker Apartments | The Moore | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Crabtree Lakeside | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Marq at Crabtree | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Marshall Park Apartments + Townhomes | Abbott/Bay | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Sterling Glenwood Apartments | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| The Trails of North Hills | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Central Raleigh Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Central Raleigh?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Central Raleigh is at Creekside at Crabtree listed at $1,234.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Central Raleigh Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Central Raleigh Apartment is $969 at The Trails of North Hills.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Central Raleigh Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Central Raleigh is starting from $1,153 at The Trails of North Hills.
What is the most affordable North Central Raleigh Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap North Central Raleigh Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Trails of North Hills and starts from $1,477.
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