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West Raleigh, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Raleigh Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Raleigh area of Raleigh, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Parke at Trinity Apartment Homes priced from $890. Maxwell Raleigh has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable West Raleigh apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Parke at Trinity Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$890
Maxwell RaleighChelsea- Premium3BR,3BA$899
Westgrove Tower CondominiumsS1Studio,1BA$915
Madison Hunters GlenThe Maple1BR,1BA$986
MAA Trinity11A1BR,1BA$1,008
Valentine CommonsThe Caswell Platinum3BR,3BA$1,035
The Quinn On RavenglassA11BR,1BA$1,040
Grand Arbor Reserve Apartment HomesBradbury 3 (B3)2BR,1BA$1,052
3116 Hillsborough2x12BR,1BA$1,065
Atria at Crabtree ValleyCreedmoor1BR,1BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Raleigh, NC

As of December 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Raleigh area is the $0.70 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 3 BathTownhome Model at Redpoint Raleigh in the in the Roylene Acres neighborhood starting from $975. The second greatest value West Raleigh apartment is the Trinity Model at Apartments of Westgrove starting at $1,699 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Gorman neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Raleigh apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Redpoint Raleigh3 Bedroom, 3 BathTownhome3BR,3BA$0.70
Apartments of WestgroveTrinity3BR,2.5BA$1.42
Grand Arbor Reserve Apartment HomesCompton (C1)3BR,2BA$1.33
MAA Trinity22B2BR,2BA$1.52
Hamilton RidgeChestnut2BR,1BA$1.37
Spanish Trace Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath with Washer/Dryer - Deluxe2BR,2BA$1.60
Cortland Olde RaleighBeltline1BR,1BA$1.58
Madison Hunters GlenThe Oak1BR,1BA$1.41
The Parke at Trinity Apartment HomesA1 - Harmony1BR,1BA$1.48
The Quinn On RavenglassA1 Renovated1BR,1BA$1.59

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Top Neighborhoods Near Raleigh Colleges and Universities

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Raleigh, NC metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Raleigh Student apartment, condo, or rental home today.

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West Raleigh, Raleigh, NC

Ranked #24

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Raleigh Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in West Raleigh?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Raleigh is under $1,075.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Raleigh?

The cheapest apartment in West Raleigh is The Parke at Trinity Apartment Homes which is listed at $890, while the average apartment in West Raleigh costs $1,697.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Raleigh?

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 184 regular apartments in West Raleigh 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 West Raleigh?

Cheap apartments in West Raleigh have an average cost of $635 which is $1,062 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Raleigh.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Raleigh

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!