
Cheap Homes for Rent in Trailwood Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $500 (56 Rentals)
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2021 Wolf Tech Ln

3000 Centennial Woods Dr

1220 University Ct, Unit 102, Unit 102

2002 Technology Woods Dr, Unit 2002 Technology woods Dr

1911 Wolftech Ln, Unit 104, Unit 104

2011 Wolfmill Dr, Unit 104, Unit 104

1430 Collegeview Ave

1500 Graduate Ln

Room in House on Henslowe Dr
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3020 Centennial Woods Dr, Unit 3020 Centennial Woods, Unit 3020 Centennial Woods

1241 University Ct

Room in Condo on Collegiate Cir

Room in Condo on Collegiate Cir

Room in Condo on Crab Orchard Dr

Room in Condo on Crab Orchard Dr

Room in Condo on University Ct

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1511 Graduate Ln, Unit 103, Unit 103

Room in Condo on Trailwood Heights Ln
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1911 Wolf Tech Ln, Unit 302

1911 Wolftech Ln, Unit 302, Unit 302

1431 Collegiate Cir, Unit 304

1230 University Ct

Room in Condo on Wolfmill Dr

3710 Pardue Woods Pl, Unit 203-Room1, Unit 203-Room1

1241 University Ct, Unit 204, Unit 204

1241 University Ct

Room in House on Moonbeam Dr

1230 University Ct, Unit -002
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1230 University Ct, Unit -002

1724 Sierra Dr, Unit Single Room, Unit Single Room

3535 Ivy Commons Dr, Unit 201, Unit 201

3535 Ivy Commons Dr

3510 Ivy Commons Dr, Unit 302, Unit 302

3510-302 Ivy Commons Dr

3506 Ivy Commons Dr, Unit 202, Unit 202

3502 Ivy Commons Dr

3506 Ivy Commons Dr

3502 Ivy Commons Dr, Unit 302, Unit 302
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1241 University Ct, Unit 002

1241 University Ct, Unit 002

2011 Quaker Landing

3512 Ivy Commons Dr, Unit 1391

3512 Ivy Commons Dr

1620 Crest Rd, Unit 1620

2522 Avent Ferry Rd

1410 Kent Rd

1615 Collegeview Ave

2061 Trexler Ct
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Trailwood, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Trailwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trailwood 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,559 | $1,195 | $3,100 |
| Trailwood 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,075 | $1,500 | $3,495 |
| Trailwood 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,796 | $595 | $4,200 |
| Trailwood 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,250 | $5,250 | $5,250 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 56 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Trailwood Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC.
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Cheapest Available Trailwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Trailwood area of Raleigh, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments priced from $967. The Kenton Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable Trailwood apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments | A1 - Dahlia | 1BR,1BA | $967 |
| The Kenton Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| The Summit at Avent Ferry | 1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,110 |
| Walnut Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Duplex | 2BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Tryon Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Ray at The Weld | S4W | Studio,1BA | $1,214 |
| Altitude Raleigh Apartments | S1 ADA | Studio,1BA | $1,223 |
| Remington Place | Fairfield I | 1BR,1BA | $1,274 |
| 1512CV | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,295 |
| The Greens at Tryon | A1 Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Trailwood, NC
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Trailwood area is the $0.67 price per square foot A2 Model at Tryon Flats – Modern Student Living Near NC State in the in the Lakeside neighborhood starting from $875. The second greatest value Trailwood apartment is the 1 bd and 1 bath Student Model at Student Housing - Gorman Parkwood starting at $625 with a $0.49 price per square foot in the Lakeside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Trailwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| The Ninety Nine | B1.1-Hudson | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Orchard Pointe | Two bedroom | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.34 |
| Kensington Park | K2C | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| 1512CV | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Campus Edge | 2x2 Platinum | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Trailwood
What type of rentals are currently available in Trailwood?
There are currently 144 Apartments for Rent in Trailwood, NC with pricing that ranges from $620 to $7,538. There are also 108 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Trailwood ranging from $550 to $5,250.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Trailwood?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Trailwood ranges from $550 to $5,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,017.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Trailwood?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Trailwood range from $625 to $7,538, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $3,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $620.
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