Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Umstead Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $1,000 (23 Rentals)

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8924 Langwood DrRaleigh, NC 27613
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Umstead, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Umstead Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Umstead area of Raleigh, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Crossings at Alexander Place priced from $1,065. MAA Providence has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,078. Here are the most affordable Umstead apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Crossings at Alexander PlaceA1 (The Abby)1BR,1BA$1,065
MAA ProvidenceThe Hickory1BR,1BA$1,078
The Exchange at Brier CreekBombay1BR,1BA$1,095
MAA Brierdale11B1BR,1BA$1,098
The AshtonA21BR,1BA$1,130

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Umstead, NC

As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Umstead area is the $1.36 price per square foot 10321 Sablewood Dr Model at 10321 Sablewood Dr, Unit 106 in the in the Brier Creek Country Club neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Umstead apartment is the Timber Crest Model at Bexley at Brier Creek starting at $1,789 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Brier Creek Country Club neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Umstead apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
10321 Sablewood Dr, Unit 10610321 Sablewood Dr4BR,3.5BA$1.36
Bexley at Brier CreekTimber Crest3BR,2BA$1.26
Ashley Park ApartmentsThree Bedroom Apartment Homes3BR,2BA$1.36
FairgateTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.17
ACCENT BRIER CREEKB22BR,2BA$1.57
The Crossings at Alexander PlaceA1 (The Abby)1BR,1BA$1.29
MAA Brier FallsHermitage1BR,1BA$1.51
Seasons at Umstead Apartment HomesSummer Shade1BR,1BA$1.55
MAA ProvidenceThe Hickory1BR,1BA$1.40
MAA Brierdale11A1BR,1BA$1.59

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Umstead, Raleigh, NC

Ranked #92

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Umstead Neighborhood in Raleigh, NC

Walk Score®

25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

28 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

8 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 Umstead Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Umstead Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Umstead Apartment is $1,065 at The Crossings at Alexander Place.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Umstead Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Umstead is starting from $1,214 at The Crossings at Alexander Place.

What is the most affordable Umstead Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Umstead Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Crossings at Alexander Place and starts from $1,540.

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