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

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Lassiter at North Hills

3206 Ruffin St

Crabtree Lakeside

4804 Edwards Mill Rd

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Oberlin Court Apartments

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Chester Hills

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The Marlowe Lake Boone

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Park and Market

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1312 Banbury Rd, Unit 1314
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901 Marilyn Dr

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707 W Roanoke Park Dr

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Allister North Hills

Clairmont at Crabtree

1200-1202 Duplin Rd

Camden Carolinian
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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 | $1,443 | $1,075 | $1,849 |
| North Central Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,585 | $915 | $2,375 |
| North Central Raleigh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,997 | $1,097 | $3,680 |
| North Central Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,610 | $1,447 | $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 2 Beds unit found at The Trails of North Hills priced from $1,097. Creekside at Crabtree has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,228. 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 | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,097 |
| Creekside at Crabtree | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,228 |
| Sterling Glenwood Apartments | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Oberlin Court Apartments | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,305 |
| Sojourn Glenwood Place | Studio S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,319 |
| Marshall Park Apartments + Townhomes | Abbott/Bay | 1BR,1BA | $1,320 |
| Chester Hills | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,327 |
| Clairmont at Crabtree | A3M | 1BR,1BA | $1,385 |
| Park and Market | Design EC Premier 2 | Studio,1BA | $1,397 |
| Spanish Trace Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath with Washer/Dryer - Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Central Raleigh, NC
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Central Raleigh area is the $1.05 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at The Trails of North Hills in the in the Copper Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,447. The second greatest value North Central Raleigh apartment is the 2x2.5 townhm Model at The Townes at Bishops Park starting at $1,850 with a $1.56 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Trails of North Hills | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.05 |
| The Townes at Bishops Park | 2x2.5 townhm | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.56 |
| Crabtree Lakeside | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| 1312 Banbury Rd, Unit 1314 | 1312 Banbury Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Spanish Trace Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath with Washer/Dryer - Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Marq at Crabtree | 1E | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| The Marlowe Lake Boone | Fontana | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Oberlin Court Apartments | B2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Marshall Park Apartments + Townhomes | Abbott/Bay | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Sterling Glenwood Apartments | 1A-R | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
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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 $1,228.
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 $1,299 at Sterling Glenwood Apartments.
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 $1,097 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 $1,447.
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