
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $800 (29 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southeast Raleigh area of Raleigh.


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Pines of Ashton

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2721 Southbridge Rd
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1512 Orchard Farm Ln

1201 Orchard Farm Ln

1209 Broken Arrow Ct

1220 Clearwater Springs Rd

Sycamore Run

THE BLUFFS AT WALNUT CREEK

Walnut Ridge
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Parkstone at Knightdale
Southeast Raleigh, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Raleigh?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Raleigh Studio Apartments | $1,163 | $1,138 | $1,188 |
| Southeast Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,347 | $854 | $2,038 |
| Southeast Raleigh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,584 | $1,014 | $2,516 |
| Southeast Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,928 | $1,164 | $2,650 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southeast Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC.
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Cheapest Available Southeast Raleigh Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Raleigh area of Raleigh, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at THE BLUFFS AT WALNUT CREEK priced from $1,045. Pines of Ashton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Southeast Raleigh apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE BLUFFS AT WALNUT CREEK | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Pines of Ashton | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Walnut Woods Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,098 |
| Olde Towne Residences | Design EA | Studio,1BA | $1,144 |
| The Waverly | Edinburgh | 1BR,1BA | $1,157 |
| Sunnybrook Residences | Design EA | Studio,1BA | $1,158 |
| Greystone at Widewaters | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1,166 |
| Beachwood Park Apartments and Townhomes | The Frisco Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Loch Raven Pointe Apartments and Townhomes | Bliss | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Abberly Grove Apartment Homes | Biltmore | 1BR,1BA | $1,219 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Raleigh, NC
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Raleigh area is the $1.21 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Sunnybrook Pointe in the in the East Raleigh neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Southeast Raleigh apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at Magnolia House starting at $1,325 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the East Raleigh neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Raleigh apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunnybrook Pointe | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Magnolia House | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Walnut Woods Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Loch Raven Pointe Apartments and Townhomes | Bliss | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| The Waverly | Berkely | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Parkstone at Knightdale | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| East Haven Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Palisades at Legacy Oaks | The Chester w/Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Beachwood Park Apartments and Townhomes | The Frisco Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| THE BLUFFS AT WALNUT CREEK | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Raleigh Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southeast Raleigh?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southeast Raleigh is under $1,219.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southeast Raleigh?
The cheapest apartment in Southeast Raleigh is THE BLUFFS AT WALNUT CREEK which is listed at $1,045, while the average apartment in Southeast Raleigh costs $1,883.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southeast 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 8 regular apartments in Southeast 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 Southeast Raleigh?
Cheap apartments in Southeast Raleigh have an average cost of $286 which is $1,597 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southeast Raleigh.
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