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Renting in Raleigh: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?

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Published on August 20, 2019
Renting in Raleigh: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?3105 Holston Lane | Photo: Apartment Guide

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in Raleigh are hovering around $1,201. But how does the low-end pricing on a Raleigh rental look these days — and what might you get for your money?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find.

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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716 Cumberland St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Listed at $715/month, this 472-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom dwelling, located at 716 Cumberland St. in South Central, is 40.5% less than the median rent for a one bedroom in Raleigh, which is currently estimated at around $1,201/month.

The unit features central heating and air conditioning. Both cats and dogs are permitted. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location requires a car for most errands, is convenient for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

3800-2 Colby Drive

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 3800-2 Colby Drive in Falls of Neuse, is listed for $800/month for its 706 square feet.

Expect to find a dishwasher and a walk-in closet in the apartment. Amenities offered in the building include a fitness center and on-site laundry. If you've got a pet, you'll be happy to learn that cats and dogs are permitted.

According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is moderately walkable, is bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

3105 Holston Lane

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Then there's this 850-square-foot apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 3105 Holston Lane in East Raleigh, listed at $890/month.

In the apartment, you'll find in-unit laundry and a dishwasher. When it comes to pets, both meows and barks are welcome. The building features a swimming pool and a fitness center.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is car-dependent, is bikeable and has some transit options.

(See the listing here.)

1406 Brookside Drive

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Also in East Raleigh, over at 1406 Brookside Drive, there's this 940-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom rental, going for $950/month.

The apartment features a ceiling fan and a balcony. Animals are not welcome.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is somewhat walkable, is relatively bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(View the listing here.)


This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.