
Cheap Homes for Rent in Wake Forest, NC from $1,100 (54 Rentals)
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724 N Taylor St

824 Elizabeth Ave

6333 Willowdell Dr

5149 TwelvePole Dr

6012 San Marcos Way

2828 Gross Ave
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5132 TwelvePole Dr

8960 Commons Townes Dr

11720 Coppergate Dr

2224 Valley Edge Dr

8621 Neuse Club Ln

11701 Coppergate Dr

8600 Neuse Landing Ln

5110 Neuse Commons Ln

8307 Boca Point

135 Pine Dr
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631 Elm Ave

8342 Glenwood Springs Ct

8600 Neuse Landing Ln

11731-101 Mezzanine Dr

2201 Raven Rd

7529 Brighton Hill Ln

2200 Valley Edge Dr

7811 River Field Dr

5813 Neuse Wood Dr

808 St Catherines Dr

1454 Cimarron Pkwy

3609 Open Sight Ct
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908 Fairlong Rd

3828 Satinleaf Dr

607 Battleboro Dr

9803 Precious Stone Dr

607 US-1

6183 Neuse Wood Dr

5930 San Marcos Way

6155 Neuse Wood Dr
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8631 Neuse Club Ln

9824 Precious Stone Dr

601 E Jones Ave

435 Leighann Ridge Ln

2808 Gross Ave

440 Leighann Ridge Ln

7328 Brighton Hill Ln

3428 Buccaneer Ct

100 Remington Woods Dr

3608 Hopper St

1958 Rosedale Rdg Ave

210 Leighann Ridge Ln
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4914 Crossley St
Wake Forest, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Wake Forest?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Wake Forest 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,662 | $1,250 | $1,849 |
Wake Forest 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,069 | $1,500 | $3,495 |
Wake Forest 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,538 | $1,785 | $4,695 |
Wake Forest 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,978 | $2,085 | $3,995 |
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Cheapest Available Wake Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wake Forest, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Caveness Farms Apartments in the Reynolds Mill neighborhood priced from $1,004. The Pointe at Heritage in the Reynolds Mill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,012. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wake Forest apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Caveness Farms Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,004 |
The Pointe at Heritage | Jade | 1BR,1BA | $1,012 |
Legacy at Wakefield Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,170 |
Maystone at Wakefield | Sunstone | 1BR,1BA | $1,184 |
Columns at Wakefield | The Ridge | 1BR,1BA | $1,197 |
Aston Apartments | Iredell | 1BR,1BA | $1,223 |
Capital Creek at Heritage | 1BR 1BA (839 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Encore at Heritage | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
Madison Wakefield | A1-MW | 1BR,1BA | $1,277 |
Bexley at Heritage | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wake Forest, NC
As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wake Forest area is the $1.35 price per square foot A3 Model at Wakefield Glen in the in the Reynolds Mill neighborhood starting from $1,421. The second greatest value Wake Forest apartment is the Neuse Vista Model at River Haven starting at $1,449 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Manchester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wake Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Wakefield Glen | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
River Haven | Neuse Vista | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
West Oak Apartments | West Oak 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
Falls Creek Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom w/ Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Pines at Wake Forest | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Caveness Farms Apartments | A1 - Harmony | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Capital Creek at Heritage | 1BR 1BA (A3 - 833 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Aston Apartments | Iredell | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Maystone at Wakefield | Sunstone | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
The Pointe at Heritage | Jade II Newly Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wake Forest
What type of rentals are currently available in Wake Forest?
There are currently 74 Apartments for Rent in Wake Forest, NC with pricing that ranges from $985 to $3,745. There are also 187 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wake Forest ranging from $1,150 to $4,695.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Wake Forest?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Wake Forest ranges from $1,150 to $4,695 with an average monthly rent of $2,079.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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