Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $700 (158 Rentals)

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Duraleigh Woods
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$974 - $1,582
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Duraleigh Woods

5600 Briar Oak LnRaleigh, NC 27612
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Sailboat Bay
$1,099 - $1,338
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Sailboat Bay

3221 Lynn Ridge RdRaleigh, NC 27613
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Bridgeport
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$1,110 - $1,542
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Bridgeport

4101 Lake Lynn DrRaleigh, NC 27613
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Avana Lake Lynn
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$1,170 - $11,509
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Avana Lake Lynn

3230 Stream Side RdRaleigh, NC 27613
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Concord Apartments
$1,197 - $1,566
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Concord Apartments

3920 Knickerbocker PkyRaleigh, NC 27612
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Shellbrook
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$1,205 - $1,830
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Shellbrook

910 Shellbrook CtRaleigh, NC 27609
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Stonehenge
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$1,268 - $6,020
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Stonehenge

7303 Hihenge CtRaleigh, NC 27615
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Northwest Raleigh, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Northwest Raleigh Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Raleigh area of Raleigh, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Indigo Apartments priced from $928. Lynnwood Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Northwest Raleigh apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Indigo ApartmentsA1A1BR,1BA$928
Lynnwood ParkThe Alexander1BR,1BA$950
The FallsCapris FallsStudio,1BA$953
Village of PickwickThe Brighton1BR,1BA$965
Duraleigh WoodsAmberton 1x11BR,1BA$974
View at Lake LynnStratford1BR,1BA$974
The Quinn On RavenglassA1 Classic1BR,1BA$979
The Gregory North and South Apartment HomesThe Live Oak1BR,1BA$994
The Trails of North Hills1 Bedroom 1 Bath - B1BR,1BA$1,025
Laurel OaksThe Oak1BR,1BA$1,029

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Raleigh, NC

As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Raleigh area is the $1.17 price per square foot Balmoral Model at MAA Brier Falls in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $1,573. The second greatest value Northwest Raleigh apartment is the Three Bedroom Apartment Homes Model at Ashley Park Apartments starting at $1,572 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Brier Creek Country Club neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Raleigh apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
MAA Brier FallsBalmoral3BR,2BA$1.17
Ashley Park ApartmentsThree Bedroom Apartment Homes3BR,2BA$1.25
Edwards MillAstor2BR,2.5BA$1.32
Park Place ApartmentsB3 - The Rome2BR,2BA$1.23
Grand Arbor Reserve Apartment HomesEllington2BR,2BA$1.23
Foxridge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom 60%2BR,2BA$1.33
Weston Reserve ApartmentsA4 - The English1BR,1BA$1.32
MAA Brierdale11B1BR,1BA$1.24
Lynn Lake1B Renovation 21BR,1BA$1.33
View at Lake LynnStratford1BR,1BA$1.32

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Top Neighborhoods Near Raleigh Colleges and Universities

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Raleigh, NC metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Raleigh Student apartment, condo, or rental home today.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across North Carolina and customized analysis for Northwestern Raleigh, NC. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Raleigh Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northwest Raleigh?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northwest Raleigh is at The Falls listed at $953.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Raleigh Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Raleigh Apartment is $928 at Indigo Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northwest Raleigh Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwest Raleigh is starting from $1,097 at The Trails of North Hills.

What is the most affordable Northwest Raleigh Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Northwest Raleigh Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Grand Arbor Reserve Apartment Homes and starts from $1,361.

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