Raleigh, NC Apartments For Rent
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- SPECIAL OFFERTotal price$1,451 - $2,028/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsAdara Alexander Place | 7610 Aura Loop,
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- SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$1,490 - $2,233/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsSolis Buffaloe | 2500 Red Bartlett Way,
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- SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$1,460 - $1,980/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsAllora Pines | 2720 Bristlecone Trl,
Raleigh, NC 27603 - Total price$1,290 - $1,900/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsMuirfield Village Apartments | 9500 Muirfield Club Dr,
Raleigh, NC 27615 - Total price$1,424 - $1,771/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsCortland Brier Creek | 7920 Oak Estate St,
Raleigh, NC 27617 - Total price$1,559 - $2,351/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe Lindley at Grove 98 | 521 Granite Grove Loop,
Wake Forest, NC 27587 - Total price$1,376 - $1,971/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsAtlantic Springs | 5540 Atlantic Crossing Dr,
Raleigh, NC 27616 - Total price$1,531 - $2,375/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Keaton at Brier Creek | 3930 Macaw St,
Raleigh, NC 27617 - Total price$1,355 - $2,230/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsAllora Southview | 211 Hammond Center Dr,
Raleigh, NC 27603 - Total price$1,397 - $2,667/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsElan Capital Hills | 7100 Homestead Heights Ln,
Raleigh, NC 27616 - Total price$1,251 - $2,445/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsElan City Center | 510 N Wilmington St,
Raleigh, NC 27604 - Total price$1,300 - $1,934/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsJunction Six Forks | 110 Talisman Way,
Raleigh, NC 27615 - Total price$1,418 - $1,931/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsJones Grant Urban Flats | 1040 Wake Towne Dr,
Raleigh, NC 27609 - Total price$2,249 - $3,458/mo2-4 Beds2-4 BathsABODE at Dunn Creek | 556 Hatters Mill Rd,
Wake Forest, NC 27587 - Total price$1,362 - $1,614/mo2-3 Beds1-2 BathsGrand Arbor Reserve Apartment Homes | 2419 Wycliff Rd,
Raleigh, NC 27607 - Total price$1,257 - $1,963/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsVillages at Raleigh Beach | 2015 Wave Crest Dr,
Raleigh, NC 27610 - $1,199/mo1 Bed1 BathCapital Flats & Magnolia Square Apartments | 500 E Hargett St,
Raleigh, NC 27601 - $1,541 - $1,659/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsWaterstone at Brier Creek Apartments | 10022 Meadow Chase Dr,
Raleigh, NC 27617 - Total price$1,198 - $1,896/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsColumns at Wakefield | 14114 Chriswick House Ln,
Raleigh, NC 27614
What Locals Say about Raleigh
Review Highlights
Raleigh pulses with easy living—greenways, lakes, top schools, and quick hops to downtown. People like safety, family vibe, Shelly Lake and parks, dog-friendly paths, quick highway access. They dislike rush-hour traffic, sparse sidewalks, slow buses, and growth straining roads.
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Types of apartment in Raleigh, NC
Raleigh apartments range from new mid-rise buildings to older brick garden apartments. Near Downtown, Glenwood South, Warehouse District, Boylan Heights, and Five Points, you can find renovated mill-style buildings, brick walk-ups, and older houses for rent with deep porches, narrow lots, and mature trees. Many apartments here have hardwood floors, taller windows, and smaller closets. Some houses have divided layouts from older conversions, so room sizes can vary.In North Hills, Midtown, Cameron Village, Brier Creek, and along Capital Boulevard, apartments often sit in larger complexes with wood-frame construction, fiber cement siding, and big parking lots or decks. In North Raleigh and Southwest Raleigh, many rentals include townhomes and newer houses with vinyl siding, attached garages, and open kitchens. East Raleigh has a mix of older brick apartments and newer infill buildings. The main tradeoffs often come down to stairs, parking setup, elevator access, storage, and how close you are to shops, greenways, and roads that can make commuting easier when you rent.
Getting around Raleigh, NC
GoRaleigh, the city bus service, covers much of Raleigh, with strong service around Downtown, Moore Square, Cameron Village, and along major roads. GoRaleigh Station near Moore Square is the main transit hub. Driving is common, and many apartments include surface parking. Street parking can be tighter near Glenwood South and Downtown. Walking works better in Downtown, Village District, and parts of North Hills. Biking can be practical on the Neuse River Greenway and House Creek Greenway.Living in Raleigh, NC
Raleigh is known for museums, parks, and tech and research jobs. You can spend time at Pullen Park, Dorothea Dix Park, the North Carolina Museum of Art, and Walnut Creek. The city also has major office and lab work tied to Research Triangle Park, plus state government and healthcare. Those job centers shape where many people look for apartments, and they can affect how far you rent from Downtown.Average Rent Trends in Raleigh, NC
Rent in Raleigh, NC varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in Jul 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jun 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | $1,895 |
| Sep 2025 | $1,875 |
| Oct 2025 | $1,850 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,845 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,825 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,810 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,800 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,800 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,800 |
| May 2026 | $1,835 |
| Jun 2026 | $1,850 |
| Jul 2026 | $1,825 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In July 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $1,225 | $1,594 | $1,955 | $2,375 | $1,814 |
| Townhomes | $750 | $1,675 | $1,950 | $2,600 | $1,900 |
| Apartments and Condos | $1,095 | $1,600 | $1,656 | $800 | $1,500 |
| Houses | $675 | $1,700 | $2,020 | $2,495 | $2,080 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Raleigh, NC
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Raleigh, NC?The average rent of an apartment in Raleigh, NC is $1,441 per month. This is about 27% lower than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Raleigh, NC?In the last year, the average rent in Raleigh, NC was lowest in Dec 2025 when it was $1,825 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Raleigh, NC?In the last year, the average rent in Raleigh, NC was highest in Jun 2025 when it was $1,895 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Raleigh, NC?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Raleigh, NC is $1,225 per month. That is about $120 less than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Raleigh, NC?There are 1,967 available rental listings in Raleigh, NC.
- What colleges and universities are in Raleigh, NC?Colleges and universities in Raleigh, NC include: North Carolina State University.
- What are some neighborhoods in Raleigh, NC?Some neighborhoods in Raleigh, NC include: North Raleigh, Northwest Raleigh, Northeast Raleigh, West Raleigh, Southwest Raleigh.
- What are some zip codes in Raleigh, NC?
- What are some cities near Raleigh, NC?Some nearby cities include: Knightdale, Cary, Morrisville, Garner, Rolesville. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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