Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $600 (75 Rentals)

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Skyhouse Raleigh
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$944 - $2,674
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Skyhouse Raleigh

308 S Blount StRaleigh, NC 27601
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Wedgwood Apartments
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$989 - $1,819
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Wedgwood Apartments

740 Smallwood DrRaleigh, NC 27605
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$1,000

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1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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1101 Kitt Pl

RaleighNC27610

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The Lincoln
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$1,232 - $2,327
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The Lincoln

408 E Hargett StRaleigh, NC 27601
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South Ridge
$1,255 - $1,505
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$1,255 - $1,505

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South Ridge

1622 Proctor RdRaleigh, NC 27610
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The Devon Four25
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$1,274 - $4,816
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The Devon Four25

425 Boylan AveRaleigh, NC 27603
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Elan City Center
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$1,275 - $3,346
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Elan City Center

510 N Wilmington StRaleigh, NC 27604
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The Gramercy
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$1,295 - $2,290
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The Gramercy

650 W North StRaleigh, NC 27603
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property at 728 King Richard Rd

$1,300

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$1,300

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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728 King Richard Rd

RaleighNC27610

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The Point
$1,339 - $3,246
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The Point

605 Halifax StRaleigh, NC 27604
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The Dillon
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$1,399 - $3,904
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The Dillon

401 W Hargett StRaleigh, NC 27603
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The Signal
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$1,443 - $5,040
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The Signal

721 Halifax StRaleigh, NC 27604
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The Miles
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$1,478 - $5,794
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The Miles

10 W Franklin StRaleigh, NC 27604
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Alexan Moto
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$1,479 - $2,964
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Alexan Moto

222 N West StRaleigh, NC 27603
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400H
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$1,485 - $4,345
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400H

9 N Harrington StRaleigh, NC 27603
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Mira
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$1,524 - $3,136
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Mira

121 Kindley StRaleigh, NC 27601
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Cosmo & Lewis Estates
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cosmo & Lewis Estates

1117-1129 Hadley RdRaleigh, NC 27610
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Walnut Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Terrace

1256 McCauley StRaleigh, NC 27601
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Oakwood Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakwood Apartments

705 N Boundary StRaleigh, NC 27604
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Cheapest Available South Central Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central area of Raleigh, NC is a Studio unit found at Wedgwood Apartments priced from $989. Greenway Flats Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable South Central apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Wedgwood ApartmentsRaleigh EfficiencyStudio,1BA$989
Greenway Flats ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$995
Longview Village Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,097
Trails Corner ApartmentsTC 2x12BR,1BA$1,099
Cameron Court1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,185
The Shelton at Cameron Court1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,185
The RowBirch ArbourStudio,1BA$1,195
The L ApartmentsHermitageStudio,1BA$1,200
The Acorn on Person StreetLeeStudio,1BA$1,204
The LincolnThe Hub StudioStudio,1BA$1,232

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central, NC

As of May 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Central area is the $1.09 price per square foot 2032 Cartier Ruby Ln Model at 2032 Cartier Ruby Ln, Unit Raleigh house in the in the East Raleigh neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value South Central apartment is the Townhouse 4 Model at The Edison Lofts Apartments starting at $2,610 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Blount Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2032 Cartier Ruby Ln, Unit Raleigh house2032 Cartier Ruby Ln5BR,3BA$1.09
The Edison Lofts ApartmentsTownhouse 42BR,2.5BA$1.59
Trails Corner ApartmentsTC 2x12BR,1BA$1.10
South Ridge3 Bed 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.65
Cameron Court2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.96
Oldham & WorthHeartwood1BR,1BA$2.09
The Apartments at St. Mary'sA71BR,1BA$2.07
927 West MorganGlenwood1BR,1BA$2.14
The Shelton at Cameron Court1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.82
Longview Village Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.98

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ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Raleigh, NC. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Central?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Central is at Wedgwood Apartments listed at $989.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central Apartment is $1,049 at Wedgwood Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Central Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Central is starting from $1,099 at Trails Corner Apartments.

What is the most affordable South Central Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Central Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Trails Corner Apartments and starts from $1,299.

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