
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Walnut Creek Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $500 (22 Rentals)
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Walnut Creek, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Walnut Creek?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Walnut Creek Studio Apartments | $1,212 | $1,200 | $1,220 |
Walnut Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,287 | $577 | $1,485 |
Walnut Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,559 | $1,200 | $2,900 |
Walnut Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,897 | $1,500 | $2,499 |
Walnut Creek 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,334 | $1,880 | $4,400 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Walnut Creek Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC.
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Cheapest Available Walnut Creek Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Walnut Creek area of Raleigh, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at South Ridge priced from $1,200. Sunnybrook Residences has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,211. Here are the most affordable Walnut Creek apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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South Ridge | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Sunnybrook Residences | Design EA | Studio,1BA | $1,211 |
Walnut Ridge | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,349 |
Wynsum Townhomes | 2x1.5 Standard Townhome-Call For Availability | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Walnut Creek, NC
As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Walnut Creek area is the $1.49 price per square foot 3x2.5 Upgraded Townhome-Call For Availability Model at Wynsum Townhomes in the in the East Raleigh neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Walnut Creek apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Walnut Ridge starting at $1,349 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the East Raleigh neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Walnut Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Wynsum Townhomes | 3x2.5 Upgraded Townhome-Call For Availability | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.49 |
Walnut Ridge | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
South Ridge | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Sunnybrook Residences | Design EA | Studio ,1BA | $2.20 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWalnut Creek, Raleigh, NC
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Among neighborhoods in Raleigh, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the Walnut Creek Neighborhood in Raleigh, NC
Walk Score®
29 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
25 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Walnut Creek Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Walnut Creek?
The cheapest apartment in Walnut Creek is Sunnybrook Residences which is listed at $1,216, while the average apartment in Walnut Creek costs $2,014.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Walnut Creek?
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 9 regular apartments in Walnut Creek 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 Walnut Creek?
Cheap apartments in Walnut Creek have an average cost of $440 which is $1,574 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Walnut Creek.
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