
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outlying East Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $585 (85 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 | $1,161 | $958 | $1,385 |
| Outlying East Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,383 | $664 | $2,278 |
| Outlying East Raleigh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,659 | $797 | $3,088 |
| Outlying East Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,093 | $1,164 | $3,165 |
| Outlying East Raleigh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,826 | $2,630 | $3,150 |
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There are currently 85 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. The Preserve at Gresham Lake has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $730. 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 |
| The Preserve at Gresham Lake | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $730 |
| Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 1BR, 1BA | $925 |
| The Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedoom 1 Bathoom | 1BR, 1BA | $956 |
| Oak City Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $960 |
| Lexington on the Green | A3 | 1BR, 1BA | $966 |
| Anson at North Hills | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $967 |
| The Domain Apartments | Phase 2 - 1 x 1 - Call For Availability | 1BR, 1BA | $1,000 |
| The Harrison Apartments | Furnished Studio A with Large Terrace | Studio, 1BA | $1,021 |
| North Oaks Landing | The Crabtree | 1BR, 1BA | $1,024 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outlying East Raleigh, NC
As of September 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outlying East Raleigh area is the $1.24 price per square foot Cameron Model at Townes at Olde Birch in the East Raleigh neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value Outlying East Raleigh apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Preserve at Gresham Lake in the Northridge Trace neighborhood starting at $1,597 with a $1.24 price per square foot. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townes at Olde Birch | Cameron | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.24 |
| The Preserve at Gresham Lake | 3 Bedroom | 3BR, 2BA | $1.24 |
| Magnolia House | 2 Bed / 2.5 Bath | 2BR, 2.5BA | $1.26 |
| 2200 | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.00 |
| 4720 Matt Drive | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR, 2BA | $1.19 |
| MILLBROOK POINTE | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.17 |
| The Waverly | Berkely | 1BR, 1BA | $1.26 |
| North Oaks Landing | The Crabtree | 1BR, 1BA | $1.28 |
| Olde School Commons | OSC 1/1 | 1BR, 1BA | $0.89 |
| Lexington on the Green | A3 | 1BR, 1BA | $1.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outlying East Raleigh Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outlying East Raleigh?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outlying East Raleigh is at The Harrison Apartments listed at $1,021.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outlying East Raleigh Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outlying East Raleigh Apartment is $709 at Olde School Commons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outlying East Raleigh Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outlying East Raleigh is starting from $1,025 at Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments.
What is the most affordable Outlying East Raleigh Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Outlying East Raleigh Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments and starts from $1,225.
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