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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.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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 21, 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
Signature Place2 BED x 1.5 BATH TH2BR,1.5BA$1.13
Eastern on 10thC13BR,3BA$0.72
Wellongate Apartments2TH2BR,1.5BA$1.14
University Edge & Dickinson Lofts2BR/2BA - B12BR,2BA$0.86
Five Points CrossingTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.62
Caswell at The Mills2 BED/1 BATH2BR,1BA$0.92
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 Speed

What type of rentals are currently available in Speed?

There are currently 51 Apartments for Rent in Speed, NC with pricing that ranges from $559 to $2,400. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Speed ranging from $600 to $1,595.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Speed?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Speed ranges from $600 to $1,595 with an average monthly rent of $987.

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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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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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.