
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Swans Mill Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $730 (28 Rentals)
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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 | $1,396 | $730 | $1,842 |
| Swans Mill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,628 | $1,025 | $2,342 |
| Swans Mill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,022 | $1,225 | $4,944 |
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There are currently 28 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 The Preserve at Gresham Lake priced from $730. Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Swans Mill apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Preserve at Gresham Lake | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| 8809-8813 Litchford Rd | 2nd Floor Bedroom Suite | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Autumn Pointe | Metropolitan | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Six Forks Station Apartments | A6- Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,153 |
| Falls Creek Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| River Haven | Haven | 2BR,1BA | $1,189 |
| Brookefield Apartments | Pullen Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Cortland Falls River | Alexander | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Summermill at Falls River | The Atlantic | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Swans Mill, NC
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Swans Mill area is the $1.47 price per square foot Acacia-Reno Model at The Residences at Wakefield in the in the Manchester neighborhood starting from $2,126. The second greatest value Swans Mill apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Preserve at Gresham Lake starting at $1,597 with a $1.24 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at Wakefield | Acacia-Reno | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| The Preserve at Gresham Lake | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Ridgestone Apartments | C1 - Standard | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| River Haven | Neuse Vista | 3BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| 10501 Crisp Dr, Unit Crisp | 10501 Crisp Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Wakefield Glen | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Six Forks Station Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Autumn Pointe | Metropolitan Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Falls Creek Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom MKT | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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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 The Preserve at Gresham Lake which is listed at $730, while the average apartment in Swans Mill costs $1,529.
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 17 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 $143 which is $1,386 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Swans Mill.
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