
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outlying East Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $500 (57 Rentals)
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Outlying East Raleigh, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outlying East Raleigh?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outlying East Raleigh Studio Apartments | $1,267 | $984 | $1,452 |
| Outlying East Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,370 | $720 | $2,149 |
| Outlying East Raleigh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,653 | $960 | $2,532 |
| Outlying East Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,889 | $1,135 | $2,863 |
| Outlying East Raleigh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,314 | $1,780 | $2,781 |
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There are currently 57 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outlying East Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC.
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Cheapest Available Outlying East Raleigh Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outlying East Raleigh area of Raleigh, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Olde School Commons priced from $709. Pine Hills Apartments 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Outlying East Raleigh apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olde School Commons | OSC 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $709 |
| Pine Hills Apartments 55+ | One Bedroom Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Lexington on the Green | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| The Harrison Apartments | Furnished Studio A with Private Balcony | Studio,1BA | $937 |
| Windsor Falls | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $956 |
| Anson at North Hills | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $972 |
| Casa de Luna | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
| Tree Top | Cedar | Studio,1BA | $984 |
| Northridge Crossings | The Coach | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outlying East Raleigh, NC
As of March 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outlying East Raleigh area is the $1.19 price per square foot 2 Bed / 2.5 Bath Model at Magnolia House in the in the East Raleigh neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Outlying East Raleigh apartment is the 3 Beds, 1 bath Model at Walnut Woods Apartments starting at $1,318 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the East Raleigh neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outlying East Raleigh apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Magnolia House | 2 Bed / 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.19 |
| Walnut Woods Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Berkshire Park | The Idealist | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Casa de Luna | B2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Milner Commons | 2 Bedroom - The Evergreen | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| The Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.19 |
| Northridge Crossings | The Coach | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Northstone Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Olde School Commons | OSC 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Lexington on the Green | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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This website compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across North Carolina and customized analysis for Raleigh, North Carolina. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outlying East Raleigh Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Outlying East Raleigh?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outlying East Raleigh is under $999.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outlying East Raleigh?
The cheapest apartment in Outlying East Raleigh is Olde School Commons which is listed at $709, while the average apartment in Outlying East Raleigh costs $2,725.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outlying East 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 54 regular apartments in Outlying East 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 Outlying East Raleigh?
Cheap apartments in Outlying East Raleigh have an average cost of $316 which is $2,409 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outlying East Raleigh.
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