Affordable Apartments for Rent in Raleigh, NC from $500

Lake Park Co-living Rooms, Raleigh, NC 27606
$500 - $2,400
4 beds · 2 units available
Lake Park Co-living RoomsRaleigh, NC 27606
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2021 Wolftech Ln #304-3, Raleigh, NC 27603
$575
1 bed · 1 bath · 1,390 sq ft
2021 Wolftech Ln #304-3Raleigh, NC 27603View units
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2020 University Woods Rd #203-2, Raleigh, NC 27603
$645
1 bed · 1 bath · 200 sq ft
2020 University Woods Rd #203-2Raleigh, NC 27603View units
2011 Wolftech Ln #202, Raleigh, NC 27603
$575
1 bed · 1 units available
2011 Wolftech Ln #202Raleigh, NC 27603
University Suites Student Housing, Raleigh, NC 27603
$594 - $810
3 - 4 beds · 4 units available
University Suites Student HousingRaleigh, NC 27603
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Centennial Village Student Housing, Raleigh, NC 27606
$599 - $2,157
3 beds · 3 units available
Centennial Village Student HousingRaleigh, NC 27606
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2031 Wolfmill Dr #103-A, Raleigh, NC 27609
$600
1 bed · 1 bath
2031 Wolfmill Dr #103-ARaleigh, NC 27609
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2100 Wolftech Ln #101, Raleigh, NC 27603
$645
4 beds · 4 baths · 1,400 sq ft
2100 Wolftech Ln #101Raleigh, NC 27603
1341 Crab Orchard Dr, Raleigh, NC 27606
$3,560
4 beds · 4 baths · 1,250 sq ft
1341 Crab Orchard DrRaleigh, NC 27606View units
1331 Crab Orchard Dr #203, Raleigh, NC 27606
$700
4 beds · 4 baths · 1,224 sq ft
1331 Crab Orchard Dr #203Raleigh, NC 27606
Tryon Flats, Raleigh, NC 27603
$750
4 beds · 2 units available
Tryon FlatsRaleigh, NC 27603
2531 Lineberry Dr #202-A, Raleigh, NC 27603
$750
4 beds · 4 baths · 1,200 sq ft
2531 Lineberry Dr #202-ARaleigh, NC 27603
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2809 Avent Ferry Rd #111, Raleigh, NC 27606
$790
1 bed · 1 bath · 400 sq ft
2809 Avent Ferry Rd #111Raleigh, NC 27606
4700 Westgrove St #701, Raleigh, NC 27606
$1,095
1 bed · 1 bath · 580 sq ft
4700 Westgrove St #701Raleigh, NC 27606View units
Terrace Spring Senior Apartments, Raleigh, NC 27604
$840 - $890
1 - 2 beds · 2 units available
Terrace Spring Senior ApartmentsRaleigh, NC 27604
The Kenton Apartments, Raleigh, NC 27606
$850 - $1,125
1 bed · 4 units available
The Kenton ApartmentsRaleigh, NC 27606
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9620 Fayetteville Rd #B, Raleigh, NC 27603
$875
Studio · 1 bath · 575 sq ft
9620 Fayetteville Rd #BRaleigh, NC 27603
Aria North Hills, Raleigh, NC 27615
$885 - $1,845
1 - 2 beds · 39 units available
Aria North HillsRaleigh, NC 27615
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Taybran Ridge Apartments, Raleigh, NC 27610
$895
1 bed · 3 units available
Taybran Ridge ApartmentsRaleigh, NC 27610
Limited Time Special ~ One Month Free With 13 Month Lease Term And Security Deposit $500 ~ Woodal..., Raleigh, NC 27606
$895
1 bed · 1 units available
Limited Time Special ~ One Month Free With 13 Month Lease Term And Security Deposit $500 ~ Woodal...Raleigh, NC 27606
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Overlooke at Simms Creek Apartments, Raleigh, NC 27616
$925 - $1,225
1 - 3 beds · 4 units available
Overlooke at Simms Creek ApartmentsRaleigh, NC 27616
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1105 Flats at North Hills, Raleigh, NC 27609
$925 - $1,250
1 bed · 14 units available
1105 Flats at North HillsRaleigh, NC 27609
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407 Chamberlain St, Raleigh, NC 27607
$925
1 bed · 1 units available
407 Chamberlain StRaleigh, NC 27607
118 S Boylan Ave, Raleigh, NC 27603
$925
Studio · 1 units available
118 S Boylan AveRaleigh, NC 27603
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The Timbers, Raleigh, NC 27612
$931 - $2,001
1 - 2 beds · 11 units available
The TimbersRaleigh, NC 27612
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Brighton Pointe Apartments Homes, Raleigh, NC 27616
$931 - $1,206
2 - 3 beds · 3 units available
Brighton Pointe Apartments HomesRaleigh, NC 27616
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Anson at North Hills, Raleigh, NC 27604
$942 - $1,535
1 - 2 beds · 38 units available
Anson at North HillsRaleigh, NC 27604
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Raleigh Pines Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610
$945
2 beds · 1 bath
Raleigh Pines DrRaleigh, NC 27610
1136 Gorman St #C, Raleigh, NC 27606
$1,095
1 bed · 1 bath · 520 sq ft
1136 Gorman St #CRaleigh, NC 27606View units
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The Falls, Raleigh, NC 27612
$946 - $1,789
Studio - 2 beds · 21 units available
The FallsRaleigh, NC 27612
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Trailwood Crossing Apartments, Raleigh, NC 27606
$949 - $7,107
1 - 3 beds · 33 units available
Trailwood Crossing ApartmentsRaleigh, NC 27606
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Leonard Apartments, Raleigh, NC 27607
$949 - $950
2 beds · 5 units available
Leonard ApartmentsRaleigh, NC 27607
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2306 Byrd St, Raleigh, NC 27608
$950
Studio · 1 bath · 350 sq ft
2306 Byrd StRaleigh, NC 27608
431 Tanner Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610
$950
2 beds · 1 bath · 750 sq ft
431 Tanner DrRaleigh, NC 27610
Pullen Apartments, Raleigh, NC 27605
$950
Studio · 5 units available
Pullen ApartmentsRaleigh, NC 27605
115 N Boylan Ave #E1, Raleigh, NC 27603
$950
Studio · 1 bath · 300 sq ft
115 N Boylan Ave #E1Raleigh, NC 27603
Campus Edge, Raleigh, NC 27606
$955 - $980
3 beds · 4 units available
Campus EdgeRaleigh, NC 27606
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THE OAKS APARTMENTS, Raleigh, NC 27616
$956 - $1,256
1 - 2 beds · 3 units available
THE OAKS APARTMENTSRaleigh, NC 27616
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Sailboat Bay, Raleigh, NC 27613
$964 - $1,340
1 - 2 beds · 20 units available
Sailboat BayRaleigh, NC 27613
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Village of Pickwick, Raleigh, NC 27613
$965 - $1,230
Studio - 2 beds · 4 units available
Village of PickwickRaleigh, NC 27613
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Raleigh Snapshot

Frequently asked questions

How many cheaper, more affordable apartments are available in Raleigh, NC?

There are 9,871 cheaper apartment units available for rent.

What does "Cheap" mean for Apartment rentals in Raleigh, NC?

Cheap is a relative term to communicate more "affordable" rental and living expenses. Although a property might be found within the "Cheap Apartments" search, does not mean it is a low-quality rental. These more affordable apartments are also relative to the other apartment inventory within Raleigh. Some areas will be cheaper than others and based on demand, rent will fluctuate.

How to search for Cheap Apartments in Raleigh, NC?

When searching on HotPads for more affordable apartments, use the "Sort:" feature to sort apartments by Lowest Price for Raleigh. Additionally, set a max price for your search and select "Alert me" to be notified in real-time when "cheaper" apartments come on the market.

What are some additional tips for securing a "cheaper" apartment?

Although a larger multi-tenant building is less likely to negotiate rental terms there are a few things that don't hurt to try, including:

Offer to sign a longer lease for lowered monthly rent
Negotiate landscaping or property maintenance for lowered monthly rent
Ask about becoming an onsite property manager
Educate yourself regarding the apartment rental market and market rates in Raleigh. Knowing this will help you accurately negotiate fair rent.

About Raleigh

Thinking of moving to Raleigh? Here's what you need to know.

Raleigh, North Carolina, is a well-planned capital city that's connected in many ways to nearby Durham and Chapel Hill. Known for great basketball and music, the city is home to nearly 450,000 people. More than 1,200,000 reside in the metropolitan area. Nicknamed City of Oaks due to its tree-lined downtown streets, Raleigh has a relaxed, Southern vibe.

Who's There?

With its high concentration of universities, including North Carolina State University (N.C.'s largest), Duke University (in Durham) and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the Raleigh area has its fair share of highly educated residents. Raleigh is home to one of the most prominent high-tech development centers in America, the 7,000-acre Research Triangle Park. Many companies employing nearly 60,000 people are concentrated in the research park, including IBM, Ericsson and Cisco Systems. Other top employers in Raleigh include government agencies, universities and hospitals such as WakeMed Health and Hospitals and Rex Healthcare.

What's Around Raleigh?

Downtown's Five Points is a popular local hub for families. Also downtown, Fayetteville Street tends to draw the lively and cosmopolitan set. Hipsters flock to trendy Glenwood South and the artsy Warehouse District. Historic Boylan Heights is known for its many peaceful front porches, while Cameron Village is a fun, affordable community popular with young professionals. In Lassiter Mill, trees and waterfalls draw families and retirees. While students and downtown residents may not need a car, most locals find four wheels beneficial, since Raleigh's offerings are far-reaching. Many Raleigh commuters use the citywide bus service, GoRaleigh.

What Do You Do In Raleigh?

At the annual Hopscotch Music Festival, show-goers can venue-hop to the many bars and nightclubs that sit in close proximity to one another in downtown Raleigh. The North Carolina Symphony, Carolina Ballet and Walnut Creek Amphitheatre provide more upscale entertainment options. Daytime explorers will enjoy the North Carolina Museum of Art, the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, the North Carolina Museum of History and Pullen Park .