Average rent in Raleigh, North Carolina
- Studio
- $1,392+Prices trending up
- 1 Bed
- $1,480+Prices trending up
- 2 Beds
- $1,856+Prices trending up
- 3+ Beds
- $2,097+Prices trending up
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees
Top neighborhoods in Raleigh, NC
Downtown Raleigh
What's it like to live in Downtown Raleigh?
Urban renaissance defines Downtown Raleigh, where North Carolina's capital city continues developing with new residential options alongside historic buildings. Rental choices range from industrial-chic lofts to luxury high-rises with skyline views and rooftop amenities. The walkable district offers exceptional access to government employment, restaurant rows, and multiple entertainment venues, though rental rates exceed Raleigh averages with particular competition for units in the most desirable buildings.
Great for
- Young Professionals
- Tech Workers
- Nightlife Enthusiasts
- Commuters
- Investors
View 31 listingsNeighborhood vibe
- Urban
- Bustling
- Walkable
Hedingham
What's it like to live in Hedingham?
Family-friendly recreation defines this enclave circling the Hedingham Golf Club's 18-hole course. Renters appreciate community pools but note sparse public transit options. Aggressive geese patrol lakefront trails April-June.
Great for
- Families
- Retirees
- Professionals
- Young Renters
- Commuters
View 18 listingsNeighborhood vibe
- Mixed-Use
- Peaceful
- Mixed-Use & Commercial
Cameron Village
What's it like to live in Cameron Village?
Strategic positioning near both downtown Raleigh employment and North Carolina State University makes Cameron Village ideal for professionals and academics seeking convenience without campus congestion. The neighborhood surrounds Raleigh's first shopping center, now transformed into a vibrant mixed-use district with restaurants, boutiques, and everyday amenities within walking distance of most rentals. Most apartments feature contemporary finishes with generous floor plans unusual for similarly central locations in comparable Southeastern cities experiencing rapid growth. For renters seeking sophisticated environments without downtown premium pricing, Cameron Village delivers Raleigh's compelling combination of walkable amenities, urban accessibility, and relative affordability increasingly difficult to secure within reasonable distance to downtown employment centers creating practical alternatives for households seeking balanced urban environments without extreme financial compromises increasingly necessary throughout rapidly appreciating Southeastern metropolitan regions requiring value-focused alternatives beyond purely central or purely peripheral location considerations affecting comprehensive quality-of-life calculations
Great for
- Families
- Retirees
- Dog Owners
- Outdoor Enthusiasts
- Commuters
View 17 listingsNeighborhood vibe
- Suburban
- Residential
- Family-Oriented
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