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

Wesley South at East Carolina

Stanton Pointe Apartments

Campus Walk at East Carolina

Wellongate Apartments

Ashton Woods at East Carolina

Woods at Benvenue
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Five Points Crossing

Ravenwood Crossing

725 Atlantic Ave

Chancellor on 5th

402 Lewis Street

605 E Wilson St

213 N Dennis St

2257 Sherwood Ave
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2249 Sherwood Ave

406 Dowd St

Paladin Apartments

Elm Villa Apartments

1607 Charter Dr

Brookridge

Hampton Village Rocky Mount

Caswell at Arlington
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Speed, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Speed?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speed Studio Apartments | $1,182 | $895 | $1,560 |
| Speed 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,158 | $740 | $1,800 |
| Speed 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,197 | $589 | $2,400 |
| Speed 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,329 | $559 | $2,310 |
| Speed 4 Bedroom Apartments | $977 | $569 | $2,356 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five Points Crossing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $565 |
| Ravenwood Crossing | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $626 |
| Caswell at The Mills | 2 BED/1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| Cypress Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Elm Villa Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterford Place | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| The Inn and Suite Apartments | 1/1s | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Ravenwood Crossing | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.55 |
| Eastern on 10th | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.72 |
| University Edge & Dickinson Lofts | 2BR/2BA - B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| Westpointe Apartments | Two Bedroom - One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Five Points Crossing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.62 |
| Caswell at The Mills | 2 BED/1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Ashton Woods at East Carolina | Two Bedroom 750 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Cypress Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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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.
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