
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northeast Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $700 (233 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Northeast Raleigh area of Raleigh.


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The Trails of North Hills

Averelle North Hills

Aria North Hills

6500 Pathfinder Way, Unit 331

Lexington on the Green

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The Timbers

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The Falls

Bridges at North Hills

The District

Lynnwood Park

Woodlake Downs

Autumn Ridge

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Village of Pickwick

Alister Lake Lynn

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Concord Apartments
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Bridgeport

1105 Flats at North Hills

Wynslow Park*

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The Domain Apartments

The Quinn On Ravenglass

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Quail Ridge Apartments
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Windsor Falls

Grand Arbor Reserve Apartment Homes

View at Lake Lynn

Atria at Crabtree Valley

7000 Longstreet Dr

The Oaks Apartments

Tree Top
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Northeast Raleigh, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northeast Raleigh?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast Raleigh Studio Apartments | $1,328 | $929 | $2,099 |
| Northeast Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,409 | $870 | $4,465 |
| Northeast Raleigh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,699 | $1,004 | $6,347 |
| Northeast Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,035 | $1,050 | $5,933 |
| Northeast Raleigh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,128 | $2,849 | $3,218 |
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There are currently 233 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northeast Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC.
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Cheapest Available Northeast Raleigh Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northeast Raleigh area of Raleigh, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Conclave Glenwood priced from $159. The Timbers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $855. Here are the most affordable Northeast Raleigh apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conclave Glenwood | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $159 |
| The Timbers | A1 One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Lexington on the Green | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $919 |
| Aria North Hills | The Wood Duck Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| Vivo Living North Woods | STA - Studio A | Studio,1BA | $929 |
| The Harrison Apartments | Studio A with Private Balcony | Studio,1BA | $937 |
| Bridges at North Hills | 1 Bed - 1 Bath (Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $942 |
| The Falls | Capris Falls | Studio,1BA | $942 |
| The District | The Gray Fox | Studio,1BA | $945 |
| Lynnwood Park | The Alexander | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northeast Raleigh, NC
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northeast Raleigh area is the $1.15 price per square foot CT 3x2 Model at Colony Townhomes in the in the Copper Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Northeast Raleigh apartment is the Compton (C1) Model at Grand Arbor Reserve Apartment Homes starting at $1,527 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Ridge Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northeast Raleigh apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colony Townhomes | CT 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Grand Arbor Reserve Apartment Homes | Compton (C1) | 3BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| The Pointe at Heritage | Jasper II Newly Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| MILLBROOK POINTE | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| The Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| Northridge Crossings | The Coach | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Hamilton Ridge | Hickory | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Northstone Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Lynn Lake | 1B Renovation 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Trails of North Hills | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - B | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northeast Raleigh Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northeast Raleigh?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northeast Raleigh is under $950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northeast Raleigh?
The cheapest apartment in Northeast Raleigh is The Timbers which is listed at $855, while the average apartment in Northeast Raleigh costs $3,170.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northeast Raleigh?
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 115 regular apartments in Northeast Raleigh 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 Northeast Raleigh?
Cheap apartments in Northeast Raleigh have an average cost of $160 which is $3,010 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northeast Raleigh.
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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Raleigh
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