Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC (544 Rentals)

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Raleigh's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Raleigh and the best places to live with original content written by our , Local Expert Chris Munier

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Southwest Raleigh - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Raleigh

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Raleigh by our , Local Expert Chris Munier. See how it ranks!

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Southwest Raleigh, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Top Neighborhoods Near Raleigh Colleges and Universities

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Raleigh, NC metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Raleigh Student apartment, condo, or rental home today.

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How a Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Learn How a Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit from the Renter University at AparmentHomeLiving.com.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southwest Raleigh, Raleigh, NC

Ranked #4

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
Southwest Raleigh, Raleigh, NC

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across North Carolina including Southwest Raleigh, Raleigh, and the greater Raleigh area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have a family with a son or daughter (or both!)? Amongst all of the submarkets in Raleigh, Southwest Raleigh has established a name for itself as one of the finest neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and access to the best-rated education resources.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to parks and greenspace is something they look for when they rent. This residential submarket is a highly-rated area of town for having parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This neighborhood has emerged as amongst the finest luxury communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, concierge services, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Luxury neighborhoods also often offer tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Have furry friends? This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Getting Around the Southwest Raleigh Neighborhood in Raleigh, NC

Walk Score®

42 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

33 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Raleigh

How much are Studio apartments in Southwest Raleigh?

There are currently 232 Studio Apartments in Southwest Raleigh with rent ranges from $883 to $3,418 with an average price of $1,639.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Southwest Raleigh Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Southwest Raleigh ranges from $625 to $6,417 with an average monthly rent of $1,776.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Raleigh cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Southwest Raleigh range from $880 to $8,071. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,322.

How expensive are Southwest Raleigh Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 134 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southwest Raleigh on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $625 to $15,316 - averaging $2,079 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Raleigh

Written by: Chris Munier

Raleigh offers not only an exciting urban environment, the centerpiece of a thriving metro area, but it’s also affordable. That is, assuming you know where to rent.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!