Raleigh-Durham/ Real Estate & Development
Published on June 12, 2020
Renting in Raleigh: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?5825 Pointer Drive. | Photo: Apartment Guide

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in Raleigh are hovering around $929. But how does the low-end pricing on a Raleigh rental look these days — and what might you get for the price?

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

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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2404 Avent Ferry Road

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Listed at $750/month, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 2404 Avent Ferry Road, is 19.3% less than the median rent for a one bedroom in Raleigh, which is currently estimated at around $929/month.

The apartment has a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. Animals are not welcome. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

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

(See the complete listing here.)

5701 Turtle Cove

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 5701 Turtle Cove, is listed for $795/month for its 760 square feet.

The apartment features a fireplace, a dishwasher and a walk-in closet; building amenities include a swimming pool. Pet owners, take heed: Cats and dogs are permitted. Look out for a $200 pet deposit.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is moderately walkable, is somewhat bikeable and has some transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

4009 Deep Hollow Drive

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Then there's this 767-square-foot apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 4009 Deep Hollow Drive, listed at $830/month.

The apartment features a dishwasher and a walk-in closet. The building offers a fitness center and a swimming pool. Pet lovers are in luck: Cats and dogs are permitted.

Walk Score indicates that this location is car-dependent, has minimal bike infrastructure and has some transit options.

(See the listing here.)

5825 Pointer Drive

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

And here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 5825 Pointer Drive, which, with 688 square feet, is going for $850/month.

Building amenities include on-site laundry and assigned parking. In the unit, the listing promises a dishwasher and a fireplace. If you've got a pet, you'll be happy to learn that cats and dogs are welcome.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area isn't very walkable, is relatively bikeable and has some transit options.

(Check out the listing here.)

3800-2 Colby Drive

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 3800-2 Colby Drive in Falls of Neuse, which, at 660 square feet, is going for $880/month.

The building features a swimming pool and on-site laundry. In the unit, you'll find a walk-in closet and a dishwasher. For those with furry friends in tow, know that cats and dogs are allowed on this property.

Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area is moderately walkable, is fairly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the full listing here.)


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