Cheap Homes for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $600 (42 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the University area of Raleigh.

property at 901 Marilyn Dr

$995

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$995

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$995

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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901 Marilyn Dr

RaleighNC27607
property at 3525 Ivy Commons Dr

$995

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$995

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$995

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3525 Ivy Commons Dr, Unit 201

3525 Ivy Commons Dr
RaleighNC27606
property at 3527 Ivy Commons Dr

$1,045

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$1,045

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$1,045

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3527 Ivy Commons Dr, Unit 101

3527 Ivy Commons Dr
RaleighNC27606

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property at 3531 Ivy Commons Dr

$1,095

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$1,095

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3531 Ivy Commons Dr, Unit 101

3531 Ivy Commons Dr
RaleighNC27606
property at 3603 Helix Ct

$1,095

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$1,095

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3603 Helix Ct, Unit 101

3603 Helix Ct
RaleighNC27606
property at 3530 Ivy Commons Dr

$1,095

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$1,095

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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3530 Ivy Commons Dr, Unit 301

3530 Ivy Commons Dr
RaleighNC27606
property at 801 Daniels St

$1,145

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$1,145

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$1,145

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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801 Daniels St, Unit D

801 Daniels St
RaleighNC27605

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property at 505 Freeman St

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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505 Freeman St

RaleighNC27601
property at 3535 Ivy Commons Dr

$1,350

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$1,350

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$1,350

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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3535 Ivy Commons Dr

RaleighNC27606

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property at 511 Royal St

$1,550

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$1,550

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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511 Royal St

RaleighNC27607
property at 4236 Kaplan Dr

$1,595

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$1,595

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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4236 Kaplan Dr

RaleighNC27606

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Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University area of Raleigh, NC is a 4 Beds unit found at Friendly105 Apartments priced from $625. Maxwell Raleigh has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable University apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Friendly105 ApartmentsLIMITED TIME, FREE MONTH SIGN BY 7/31! Fully Fu...4BR,4BA$625
Maxwell RaleighDerby - D94BR,4BA$799
Hub Raleigh4x2 Pod4BR,2BA$799
Stanhope2x2 Shared2BR,2BA$845
Woodall Apartments1402-K1BR,1BA$895
The Kenton Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$945
Pullen Station LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$950
The GroveA1 - The Grove1BR,1BA$978
Wedgwood ApartmentsRaleigh EfficiencyStudio,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, NC

As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the University area is the $0.48 price per square foot 4x4.5 Model at Redfield Villages in the in the Grove Park neighborhood starting from $899. The second greatest value University apartment is the 3BD / 3.5BA Townhome Model at Method Townhomes starting at $660 with a $0.51 price per square foot in the Grove Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Redfield Villages4x4.54BR,4.5BA$0.48
Method Townhomes3BD / 3.5BA Townhome3BR,3.5BA$0.51
1500 Graduate Ln, Unit 15001500 Graduate Ln4BR,4BA$0.48
Student Housing - Gorman Parkwood1 bd and 1 bath Student3BR,3BA$0.49
Signature 1505B62BR,2BA$1.03
The Hillsborough2 Bed 2 Bath Unfurnished2BR,2BA$1.04
1526 Crest Rd, Unit 15261526 Crest Rd2BR,1.5BA$1.19
The Royal Oaks Townhouses2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.19
1512CV2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.14
Grand Arbor Reserve Apartment HomesAshford2BR,1BA$1.21

Frequently Asked Questions about University

What type of rentals are currently available in University?

There are currently 435 Apartments for Rent in University, NC with pricing that ranges from $625 to $6,211. There are also 88 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University ranging from $645 to $4,975.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University ranges from $645 to $4,975 with an average monthly rent of $1,880.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University range from $799 to $6,211, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $4,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $645 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $625.

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