
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $859 (56 Rentals)


Trailwood Crossing Apartments

Arbor Creek

2625 Stewart Dr

Hunters Run Apartment Homes
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Brook Hill Townhouse

2719 Avent Ferry Rd

701 Smithdale Dr

The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments

2402 Everett Ave

Newly Renovated South Valley Apartments

Parkwood Village Apartments

MAA Trinity
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
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Spanish Trace Apartments

5648 Thea Ln

611 Smithdale Dr, Unit 611 Smithdale

Kensington Park

Gorman Crossings

5605 Thea Ln

Ashborough Apartments

Madison Hunters Glen

The Summit at Avent Ferry

Remington Place

Orchard Pointe
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Wilmont Apartments
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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!
Southwest Raleigh, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Raleigh?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Southwest Raleigh Studio Apartments | $1,496 | $915 | $2,941 |
Southwest Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,801 | $625 | $5,629 |
Southwest Raleigh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,334 | $859 | $8,071 |
Southwest Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,260 | $820 | $9,292 |
Southwest Raleigh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,083 | $470 | $2,074 |
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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 Cheap Southwest Raleigh Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Raleigh?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Raleigh is under $1,012.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Raleigh?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Raleigh is The Parke at Trinity Apartment Homes which is listed at $1,059, while the average apartment in Southwest Raleigh costs $2,106.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest 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 93 regular apartments in Southwest 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 Southwest Raleigh?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Raleigh have an average cost of $637 which is $1,469 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Raleigh.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

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.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.