Cheap Homes for Rent in Northwest Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $500 (14 Rentals)

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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 The Trails of North Hills priced from $937. The Parke at Trinity Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable Northwest Raleigh apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Trails of North Hills1 Bedroom 1 Bath - A1BR,1BA$937
The Parke at Trinity Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$949
Duraleigh WoodsAmberton 1x11BR,1BA$960
Autumn RidgeSassafras1BR,1BA$975
Lynn Lake1B1BR,1BA$985

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Raleigh, NC

As of July 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest Raleigh area is the $1.13 price per square foot Balsam Model at Houndswood Village in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Northwest Raleigh apartment is the 10321 Sablewood Dr Model at 10321 Sablewood Dr, Unit 106 starting at $3,000 with a $1.36 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.
Houndswood VillageBalsam3BR,3.5BA$1.13
10321 Sablewood Dr, Unit 10610321 Sablewood Dr4BR,3.5BA$1.36
Bexley at Brier CreekSuntree2BR,2BA$1.14
Ashley Park ApartmentsThree Bedroom Apartment Homes3BR,2BA$1.31
The Lofts at Strickland GlenGlen2BR,2.5BA$1.30
FairgateTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.25
Village of PickwickThe Edinburgh Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.10
Waterstone at Brier Creek ApartmentsNeuse2BR,2BA$1.24
Grand Arbor Reserve Apartment HomesCompton (C1)3BR,2BA$1.30
Woodlyn on the Green Apartment HomesB1 - Harmony2BR,2BA$1.35

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Frequently Asked Questions about Northwest Raleigh

What type of rentals are currently available in Northwest Raleigh?

There are currently 230 Apartments for Rent in Northwest Raleigh, NC with pricing that ranges from $937 to $8,513. There are also 156 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northwest Raleigh ranging from $265 to $7,245.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Northwest Raleigh?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Northwest Raleigh ranges from $265 to $7,245 with an average monthly rent of $2,137.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Northwest Raleigh?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Northwest Raleigh range from $1,200 to $8,513, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,595 to $3,895. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,500.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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