
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC from $749 (38 Rentals)
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Duraleigh Woods

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Concord Apartments

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The Dakota

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3645 Edgemont Dr
West Raleigh, Raleigh, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Raleigh?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Raleigh Studio Apartments | $1,398 | $915 | $2,124 |
| West Raleigh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,457 | $799 | $2,664 |
| West Raleigh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,639 | $799 | $3,041 |
| West Raleigh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,825 | $799 | $4,185 |
| West Raleigh 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,147 | $749 | $1,640 |
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There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Raleigh Neighborhood of Raleigh, NC.
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Cheapest Available West Raleigh Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Raleigh area of Raleigh, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Stanhope priced from $845. Westgrove Tower Condominiums has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $915. Here are the most affordable West Raleigh apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanhope | 2x2 Shared | 2BR, 2BA | $845 |
| Westgrove Tower Condominiums | S1 | Studio, 1BA | $915 |
| Leonard Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $949 |
| Duraleigh Woods | Amberton 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $963 |
| Grand Arbor Reserve Apartment Homes | Ashford | 2BR, 1BA | $1,059 |
| MAA Trinity | 11A | 1BR, 1BA | $1,063 |
| Madison Hunters Glen | The Maple | 1BR, 1BA | $1,079 |
| Lexington Farms Apartments | The Derby | 1BR, 1BA | $1,099 |
| Enclave @ Crabtree | 1 x 1 Small Standard - Call For Availability | 1BR, 1BA | $1,125 |
| Concord Apartments | The Alcott | 1BR, 1BA | $1,131 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Raleigh, NC
As of September 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Raleigh area is the $1.43 price per square foot 3A Model at Marquis on Edwards Mill in the Copper Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,070. The second greatest value West Raleigh apartment is the C1 Model at The Parke at Trinity Apartment Homes in the Beechtree neighborhood starting at $1,701 with a $1.25 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Raleigh apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marquis on Edwards Mill | 3A | 3BR, 2BA | $1.43 |
| The Parke at Trinity Apartment Homes | C1 | 3BR, 2BA | $1.25 |
| Grand Arbor Reserve Apartment Homes | Compton | 3BR, 2BA | $1.32 |
| Anclote Arms | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR, 2BA | $1.32 |
| Spanish Trace Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath with Washer/Dryer - Deluxe | 2BR, 1BA | $1.49 |
| Hamilton Ridge | Hickory | 1BR, 1BA | $1.42 |
| MAA Trinity | 11A | 1BR, 1BA | $1.32 |
| Edwards Mill | A3R - Sloan Garden | 1BR, 1BA | $1.53 |
| Madison Hunters Glen | The Oak | 1BR, 1BA | $1.52 |
| Leonard Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.41 |
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 $1,131.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Raleigh?
The cheapest apartment in West Raleigh is Duraleigh Woods which is listed at $963, while the average apartment in West Raleigh costs $1,499.
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 112 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 $682 which is $817 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Raleigh.
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