
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Swans Mill Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $900 (24 Rentals)
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Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments

Six Forks Station Apartments

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The Residences at Wakefield

Brookefield Apartments

Falls Creek Apartments and Townhomes

Autumn Pointe

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Cortland Falls River
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River Haven

VERT at Six Forks

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Elan Capital Hills

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Wakefield Glen

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Junction Six Forks

8960 Commons Townes Dr

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7424 Penny Hill Ln

2230 Valley Edge Dr

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7716 Sandra Ln

7163 Sandy Creek Dr

8960 Commons Townes Dr

5122 Brooke Lauren Ln
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Swans Mill, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Swans Mill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swans Mill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,345 | $925 | $2,962 |
| Swans Mill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,633 | $1,025 | $6,347 |
| Swans Mill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,029 | $1,225 | $3,976 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Swans Mill Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC.
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Cheapest Available Swans Mill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Swans Mill area of Raleigh, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments priced from $925. 8809-8813 Litchford Rd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Swans Mill apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| 8809-8813 Litchford Rd | First Floor Bedroom Suite | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Six Forks Station Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,007 |
| Brookefield Apartments | Pullen | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| The Residences at Wakefield | Hickory | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swans Mill, NC
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Swans Mill area is the $1.49 price per square foot Neuse Vista Model at River Haven in the in the Manchester neighborhood starting from $1,559. The second greatest value Swans Mill apartment is the Cameron Renovated Model at Brookefield Apartments starting at $1,629 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Northridge Trace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Swans Mill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Haven | Neuse Vista | 3BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Brookefield Apartments | Cameron Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Summermill at Falls River | The Cape Hatteras | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Muirfield Village Apartments | The Aden | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Wakefield Glen | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Cortland Falls River | Branch | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| The Residences at Wakefield | Hickory-Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Falls Creek Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Six Forks Station Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Swans Mill Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Swans Mill?
The cheapest apartment in Swans Mill is Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Swans Mill costs $1,940.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Swans Mill?
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 22 regular apartments in Swans Mill 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 Swans Mill?
Cheap apartments in Swans Mill have an average cost of $165 which is $1,775 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Swans Mill.
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