
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $600 (228 Rentals)
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1241 University Ct, Unit 202, Unit 202

Room in Condo on University Ct

3000 Centennial Woods Dr

2011 Wolfmill Dr

1341 Crab Orchard Dr, Unit 202, Unit 202

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2011 Wolfmill Dr, Unit 2011, Unit 2011

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2002 Technology Woods Dr

2002 Technology Woods Dr, Unit 2002 Technology woods Dr

2002 Technology Woods Dr
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1500 Graduate Ln

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1500 Graduate Ln, Unit 1500, Unit 1500

1911 Wolftech Ln, Unit 104, Unit 104

1221 University Ct, Unit 202A, Unit 202A

Room in House on Okelly St

Room in Townhome on Switch St

Room in Condo on Collegiate Cir

Room in Condo on Crab Orchard Dr

Room in Condo on Collegiate Cir

1351 Crab Orchard Dr, Unit 302, Unit 302
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3710 Pardue Woods Pl, Unit 201

1351 Crab Orchard Dr, Unit 302

1140 Carlton Ave, Unit 102

Room in Condo on Wolfmill Dr

1241 University Ct

Room in Condo on Collegiate Cir

Room in Duplex on Pineland Cir

Room in House on Old Farm Rd

1140 Carlton Ave, Unit 102, Unit 102

1511 Graduate Ln, Unit 103, Unit 103
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1911 Wolftech Ln, Unit 302, Unit 302

1911 Wolf Tech Ln, Unit 302

Room in Condo on Carlton Ave

The Grove

1230 University Ct, Unit -002

1011 Parker St

Room in House on S Person St

Arbor Creek

Hub Raleigh

Westgrove Tower Condominiums
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Pullen Station Lofts

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The Parke at Trinity Apartment Homes

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Wedgwood Apartments

Pine Knoll Apartments

1402 Gorman St

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4130 Western Blvd

The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments

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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 | $1,566 | $915 | $4,127 |
| Southwest Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,744 | $625 | $6,450 |
| Southwest Raleigh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,289 | $845 | $8,104 |
| Southwest Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,030 | $719 | $7,908 |
| Southwest Raleigh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,125 | $620 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available Southwest Raleigh Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Raleigh area of Raleigh, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Grove priced from $799. Stanhope has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable Southwest Raleigh apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grove | A1 - The Mirlen | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Stanhope | 2x2 Shared | 2BR,2BA | $845 |
| Westgrove Tower Condominiums | S1 | Studio,1BA | $915 |
| Pullen Station Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Trailwood Crossing Apartments | A1 - Bickmore | 1BR,1BA | $963 |
| Aurella Cary | The Camillia | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
| The Parke at Trinity Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
| Capital Flats & Magnolia Square Apartments | CF 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $989 |
| Wedgwood Apartments | Raleigh Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $989 |
| Greenway Flats Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Raleigh, NC
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Raleigh area is the $0.56 price per square foot 4x4 Model at University Village at 2505 in the in the University Suites neighborhood starting from $815. The second greatest value Southwest Raleigh apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 3 BathTownhome Model at Redpoint Raleigh starting at $995 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the Roylene Acres neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Raleigh apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Village at 2505 | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.56 |
| Redpoint Raleigh | 3 Bedroom, 3 BathTownhome | 3BR,3BA | $0.71 |
| Tryon Flats – Modern Student Living Near NC State | A2 | 4BR,4BA | $0.67 |
| Student Housing - Gorman Parkwood | 1 bd and 1 bath Student | 3BR,3BA | $0.49 |
| Centennial Village Student Housing | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.59 |
| Centennial Ridge Student Housing | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.59 |
| 1820 at Centennial | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.81 |
| Campus West at Tryon | 3X3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.76 |
| Campus Edge | 2x2 Platinum | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Method Townhomes | 2BD / 2.5BA Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Raleigh Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southwest Raleigh?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southwest Raleigh is at Westgrove Tower Condominiums listed at $915.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Raleigh Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Raleigh Apartment is $799 at The Grove.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Raleigh Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Raleigh is starting from $845 at Stanhope.
What is the most affordable Southwest Raleigh Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwest Raleigh Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stanhope and starts from $1,325.
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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Raleigh
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