
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Suites Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $500 (28 Rentals)
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3020 Centennial Woods Dr, Unit 103

2002 Technology Woods Dr

3000 Centennial Woods Dr

2002 Technology Woods Dr

Room in Condo on Trailwood Heights Ln

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3000 Centennial Woods Dr

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1911 Wolftech Ln, Unit 104

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1511 Graduate Ln, Unit 103
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Suites?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Suites Studio Apartments | $1,281 | $1,274 | $1,304 |
| University Suites 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,381 | $850 | $1,832 |
| University Suites 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,560 | $880 | $2,172 |
| University Suites 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,477 | $719 | $2,561 |
| University Suites 4 Bedroom Apartments | $911 | $595 | $2,099 |
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Cheapest Available University Suites Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Suites area of Raleigh, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Trailwood Crossing Apartments priced from $989. The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,069. Here are the most affordable University Suites apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trailwood Crossing Apartments | A1 - Bickmore | 1BR,1BA | $989 |
| The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments | A1 - Dahlia | 1BR,1BA | $1,069 |
| Walnut Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Duplex | 2BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Tryon Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,106 |
| Lenoxplace at Garner Station Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,119 |
| Remington Place | Fairfield I | 1BR,1BA | $1,197 |
| The Greens at Tryon | A1 Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Centerview at Crossroads | Athens | 1BR,1BA | $1,237 |
| Kensington Park | K2A | 2BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| Gorman Crossings | 2C | 2BR,1BA | $1,335 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Suites, NC
As of March 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Suites 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 University Suites apartment is the A2 Model at Welcome to our luxurious apartment community near NC State University in Raleigh, NC! starting at $875 with a $0.67 price per square foot in the Lakeside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Suites 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 |
| Welcome to our luxurious apartment community near NC State University in Raleigh, NC! | A2 | 4BR,4BA | $0.67 |
| Student Housing - Gorman Parkwood | 1 bd and 1 bath Student | 3BR,3BA | $0.57 |
| 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 |
| Kensington Park | K2C | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Campus West at Tryon | 3X3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.76 |
| Village Green Student Housing | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Trailwood Crossing Apartments | A1 - Bickmore | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Suites Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Suites?
The cheapest apartment in University Suites is Trailwood Crossing Apartments which is listed at $989, while the average apartment in University Suites costs $1,670.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Suites?
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 75 regular apartments in University Suites 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 University Suites?
Cheap apartments in University Suites have an average cost of $691 which is $979 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Suites.
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