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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Fitness center
- Conveniently located
- Walk-in closet
- Stainless steel appliances
- Spacious
- Play area
Location
8494 Central Dr, Raleigh, NC 27613, USA
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Property Overview
Spacious home with a walk-in closet, stainless steel appliances, fitness center, and play area, in a conveniently located setting. Nearby top-rated middle school and ample listing photos help provide clarity on the surrounding area and interior. Strong pet-friendliness is supported by multiple nearby pet grooming services, a pet hospital, and numerous pet supply stores.
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Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Images Available
- Walk-in closet
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 8494 Central Dr
Features
| Walk-in Closet |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Fitness Center |
Grounds
| Swimming Pool |
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Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 8494 Central Dr
Well-maintained 2-bedroom townhome in the heart of North Raleigh! The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and opens to the family room, creating a comfortable and functional living space. The vaulted primary suite includes a walk-in closet and private bath, while the second bedroom is equally spacious with its own private bath—ideal for roommates or guests. Enjoy access to a popular community with a pool, fitness center, and play area—all included in the rent. Conveniently located near Brier Creek, Umstead Park, Glenwood Avenue, RDU, RTP, and more, this home offers easy access to shopping, dining, and major commuting routes. Updated photos coming soon. This is a must-see property that won’t last long—schedule your showing today!
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 8494 Central Drive, Raleigh, NC 27613, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Walk-in closet
- More closet space on average
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 2 miles away
Address details
| Zip code | 27613 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Raleigh
2-bedroom apartments at 8494 Central Dr cost about 3% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Raleigh.
Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Raleigh
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,565 |
| June 2024 | $1,598 |
| July 2024 | $1,592 |
| August 2024 | $1,553 |
| September 2024 | $1,532 |
| October 2024 | $1,532 |
| November 2024 | $1,534 |
| December 2024 | $1,517 |
| January 2025 | $1,518 |
| February 2025 | $1,558 |
| March 2025 | $1,547 |
| April 2025 | $1,530 |
| May 2025 | $1,549 |
| June 2025 | $1,564 |
| July 2025 | $1,555 |
| August 2025 | $1,557 |
| September 2025 | $1,548 |
| October 2025 | $1,544 |
| November 2025 | $1,522 |
| December 2025 | $1,549 |
| January 2026 | $1,539 |
| February 2026 | $1,513 |
| March 2026 | $1,503 |
| April 2026 | $1,504 |
| May 2026 | $1,543 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years ago | $1,475 | 2 bed | 2.5 bath | ||
| 3 years ago | $1,475 | 2 bed | 2.5 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $1,295 | 2 bed | 2.5 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $1,295 | 2 bed | 2.5 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $1,225 | 2 bed | 2.5 bath | ||
| 11 years ago | $1,225 | 2 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 8494 Central Dr
Leesville Road Elementary School
8402 pride way
raleigh, NC, 27613
K-5Public
A
Barton Pond Elementary
12004 strickland rd
raleigh, NC, 27613
PK, K-5Public
Pleasant Grove Elementary School
3605 pleasant grove church rd
morrisville, NC, 27560
PK, K-5Public
A-
Mount Vernon Middle School
5418 chapel hill rd
raleigh, NC, 27607
K-8Public
C+
Parkside Elementary School
332 parkside valley dr
morrisville, NC, 27560
PK, K-5Public
A
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Internet available near 8494 Central Dr
Neighborhood
Getting around Raleigh near 8494 Central Dr
Walking
3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 8494 Central Dr, Raleigh
Groceries
3/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
3/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
2/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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