
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Central Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $900 (35 Rentals)
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Creekside at Crabtree

The Pines at Peach Road

3326 Ruffin St

4804 Edwards Mill Rd
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Crabtree Lakeside

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Solis Hills

Park and Market

4116-4120 Arckelton Dr
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Allister North Hills

4705 Fargo Ct

Camden Carolinian

1200-1202 Duplin Rd
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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 | $1,466 | $1,075 | $1,849 |
| North Central Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,563 | $962 | $2,411 |
| North Central Raleigh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,999 | $1,195 | $3,500 |
| North Central Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,714 | $1,493 | $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 $962. Sterling Glenwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. 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 - B | 1BR,1BA | $962 |
| Sterling Glenwood Apartments | 1A-PR | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Creekside at Crabtree | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,113 |
| Marshall Park Apartments + Townhomes | Abbott/Bay | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| Crabtree Lakeside | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,296 |
| Residences Glenwood Place | S1 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Sojourn Glenwood Place | Studio S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,319 |
| The Eastern | Beacon | Studio,1BA | $1,329 |
| Oberlin Court Apartments | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,341 |
| Spanish Trace Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath with Washer/Dryer - Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1,349 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central Raleigh, NC
As of February 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Central Raleigh area is the $2.00 price per square foot Grady Model at Abode Kerr Ridge in the in the Copper Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,964. The second greatest value North Central Raleigh apartment is the 2x2.5 townhm Model at The Townes at Bishops Park starting at $1,699 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Blount Street 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abode Kerr Ridge | Grady | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.00 |
| The Townes at Bishops Park | 2x2.5 townhm | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
| Spanish Trace Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath with Washer/Dryer - Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Parker Apartments | The Nash | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Crabtree Lakeside | A1.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Marq at Crabtree | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Oberlin Court Apartments | B2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Marshall Park Apartments + Townhomes | Abbott/Bay | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Sterling Glenwood Apartments | 1A-R | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| The Trails of North Hills | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - B | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across North Carolina and customized analysis for Raleigh, North Carolina. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
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 $1,113.
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 $962 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 $1,166 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 $1,448.
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