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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 Millbrook priced from $850. The Trails of North Hills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $937. Here are the most affordable Northwest Raleigh apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Millbrook1A1BR,1BA$850
The Trails of North Hills1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A1BR,1BA$937
The Parke at Trinity Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$959
Village of PickwickThe CottageStudio,1BA$965
The TimbersA1 One Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$975
Sailboat BayA1 TA Reno1BR,1BA$984
Lynn Lake1B1BR,1BA$985
Sterling Glenwood Apartments1BR/1BA Classic1BR,1BA$999
Indigo ApartmentsA1A1BR,1BA$1,016
Laurel OaksThe Oak1BR,1BA$1,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Raleigh, NC

As of August 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest Raleigh area is the $1.08 price per square foot Chestnut Model at Houndswood Village in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $2,580. The second greatest value Northwest Raleigh apartment is the Crabtree Loft Style Model at The Lofts at Strickland Glen starting at $2,013 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Two Courts 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.
Houndswood VillageChestnut3BR,3.5BA$1.08
The Lofts at Strickland GlenCrabtree Loft Style3BR,3BA$1.36
Weston Reserve ApartmentsC1 - The Chestnut3BR,2BA$1.26
Ashley Park ApartmentsThree Bedroom Apartment Homes3BR,2BA$1.25
FairgateTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.25
Adara Alexander PlaceB22BR,2BA$1.35
Lynnwood ParkThe Bexley2BR,1.5BA$1.21
Grand Arbor Reserve Apartment HomesBradbury 3 (B3)2BR,1BA$1.25
Crabtree Crossing Apartments and TownhomesThe Birch Garden1BR,1BA$1.36
Millbrook1A1BR,1BA$1.36

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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 Village of Pickwick listed at $965.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Raleigh Apartment is $850 at Millbrook.

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 $1,064 at Duraleigh Woods.

What is the most affordable Northwest Raleigh Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Northwest Raleigh Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Parke at Trinity Apartment Homes and starts from $1,411.

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