Cheap Apartments for Rent in Speed, NC from $500 (24 Rentals)

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Ravenwood Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ravenwood Crossing

640 Ravenwood DrRocky Mount, NC 27803
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Chancellor on 5th
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chancellor on 5th

2899-2901 E 5th StGreenville, NC 27858
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402 Lewis Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

402 Lewis Street

402 Lewis StGreenville, NC 27858
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Paladin Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Paladin Apartments

400 Paladin DrGreenville, NC 27834
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Elm Villa Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elm Villa Apartments

208 S Elm StGreenville, NC 27858
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Brookridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brookridge

2201 E 10th StGreenville, NC 27858
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Speed, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Speed Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Speed, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Five Points Crossing priced from $565. Ravenwood Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $626. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Speed apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Five Points CrossingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$565
Ravenwood Crossing3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$626
Caswell at The Mills2 BED/1 BATH2BR,1BA$695
Cypress GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$740
Elm Villa Apartments1 bed/1 bath1BR,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Speed, NC and Nearby

As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Speed area is the $1.14 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Waterford Place in the in the Southwest Greenville neighborhood starting from $1,427. The second greatest value Speed apartment is the 1/1s Model at The Inn and Suite Apartments starting at $1,050 with a $0.84 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Speed apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Waterford Place3x23BR,2BA$1.14
The Inn and Suite Apartments1/1s1BR,1BA$0.84
Ravenwood Crossing3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.55
Eastern on 10thC13BR,3BA$0.72
University Edge & Dickinson Lofts2BR/2BA - B12BR,2BA$0.86
Westpointe ApartmentsTwo Bedroom - One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.11
Five Points CrossingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.62
Caswell at The Mills2 BED/1 BATH2BR,1BA$0.92
Ashton Woods at East CarolinaTwo Bedroom 750 sq ft2BR,1BA$1.19
Cypress GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.03

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Speed Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Speed Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Speed Apartment is $740 at Cypress Gardens.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Speed Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Speed is starting from $565 at Five Points Crossing.

What is the most affordable Speed Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Speed Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ravenwood Crossing and starts from $626.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.