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Limited Time Only! 1-bedroom, 1-bath, 660 sq ft: On special for $940! 1-bedroom, 1-bath, 706 sq ft: On special for $1050! 2-bedroom, 1-bath, 925 sq ft: On special for $1,199! For more details, please call us. The reduced rent is reflected in the quoted 12-month rates, and conditions apply.

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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Newly updated apartments
  • Vibrant raleigh neighborhood

Location

3800 Colby Dr Ste 2, Raleigh, NC 27609, USA
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Management

Drucker + Falk

Leasing office

(844) 243-9656 ext. 9116

Open 

9:00 am–6:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Montecito offers newly updated apartments in a vibrant Raleigh neighborhood, with a strong overall score, excellent price and amenities ratings, and a highly convenient location. It also stands out for its 45 photos and features that support fitness, social life, and pet-friendly living, including an on-site pool or spa, gym, nearby grocery stores, and outdoor spaces.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Montecito is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Montecito has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Balcony
  • Central heat
  • Fitness center

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners
  • Wellness

Floor plans

One Bedroom1 bed1 bath660 sqft$1,101 /mo12 units available
One BedroomA1 bed1 bath706 sqft$1,156–$1,211 /mo3 units available
Two Bedroom2 bed1 bath924 sqft$1,356 /mo5 units available
Two BedroomA2 bed2 bath990 sqft$1,381 /mo3 units available
Two BedroomB2 bed2 bath1,055 sqft$1,411 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Montecito

Apartment Amenities

Ceiling FanCentral Heat
Lighted Ceiling FansPrivate Patio/Balconies
Spacious Living RoomSpacious Walk-In Closet
Walk-in ClosetWasher/Dryer Hookups

Appliances

Central Heat & AirDishwasher
In-Unit LaundryRefrigerator
Washer/Dryer Connections in Select Homes

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Fitness CenterOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Car Wash CenterLeash Free Bark Park
Outdoor GrillOutdoor Space
PlaygroundSwimming Pool

Services

On-Site MaintenanceOn-Site Management

Neighborhood

Walking Distance to Dining and Shopping

Other

Online Payments Available
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Application Fee.

$50

Administrative Fee

One-time. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Administrative Fee.

$150

REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

Contact Property

Trash Fee

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Trash Fee.

$12

Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Utility - Billing Administrative Fee.

$3.75

Utility - Stormwater/drainage

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Utility - Stormwater/Drainage.

Usage Based

Utility - Water/sewer

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Utility - Water/Sewer.

Usage Based

Water/sewer-submetered

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Water/Sewer-Submetered.

Usage Based

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Cat Fee

One-time. 2 cats max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$300

Cat Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$25

Dog

Dog Fee

One-time. 2 dogs max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$300

Dog Rent

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$25

Pet

Pet Management - Third Party

Annually. 2 pets max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$30

Pet Fees - Monthly

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$25

Non-refundable Pet Fee

One-time. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$300

SITUATIONAL FEES

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Building details

Property details

Units220

About Montecito

HomeApartments in Raleigh Montecito

Welcome to Montecito Love the convenience of city living yet crave serenity? You can have both right here in Midtown Raleigh, NC by choosing to live at Montecito Apartments. Come enjoy all the city conveniences of North Raleigh where you can walk to shopping, dining, parks, entertainment, healthcare and more! Just outside your door within walking distance are three grocery stores. Walk to your choice of Aldi Grocery, Lidl Grocery and Food Lion or drive 5 minutes to Trader Joes. Within one mile are popular eateries such as TGIF, Red Lobster, Kanki, Bahama Breeze, Carolina Ale House, and Melting Pot. Located just north of the I440 Beltline, its only a quick 15 minute drive to NC State University and downtown Raleigh. You wont have to sacrifice luxury either when you select one of our newly updated apartments. You know you deserve it! We can hardly wait to make you a part of our vibrant Raleigh neighborhood! Call us today!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Montecito is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Montecito has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Montecito
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Montecito offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Montecito stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Montecito is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Montecito does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Montecito is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 217 mixed-use spaces nearby

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 4 pet hospitals in the area
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • On-site pool or spa
  • There are 13 grocery stores within 1 mile
  • 41 health/wellness centers nearby

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 Montecito compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Fitness center
The gym is just a few steps away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building
Pool
Enhanced community features
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 4.6 miles away
Distance from transit
More than 1.7 miles from public transportation
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2.0 miles away

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Rent trends in Raleigh

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 9% lower than 1-bedrooms in Raleigh.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Montecito to be 8% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Raleigh.

Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Raleigh
A table of studio rental data trends in Raleigh
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,347
December 2024$1,258
January 2025$1,316
February 2025$1,353
March 2025$1,368
April 2025$1,316
May 2025$1,346
June 2025$1,357
July 2025$1,279
August 2025$1,303
September 2025$1,308
October 2025$1,228
November 2025$1,233
December 2025$1,185
January 2026$1,232
February 2026$1,184
March 2026$1,146
April 2026$1,064
May 2026$1,093
June 2026$1,110
July 2026$1,210
August 2026$1,210
September 2026$1,165
October 2026$1,144
November 2026$1,250

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$45,140/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $45,140 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,128.
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Schools near Montecito

Governor Morehead School for the Blind

303 ashe ave

raleigh, NC, 27606

K-12Public

Beaverdam Elementary School

3591 tarheel club rd

raleigh, NC, 27604

PK, K-5Public
B-

Southeast Raleigh Elementary School

1436 rock quarry rd

raleigh, NC, 27610

PK, K-5Public
C

Rogers Lane Elementary

201 north rogers ln

raleigh, NC, 27610

PK, K-5Public
C+

Mount Vernon Middle School

5418 chapel hill rd

raleigh, NC, 27607

K-8Public
C+
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Raleigh near 3800 Colby Dr Ste 2

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 3800 Colby Dr Ste 2, Raleigh

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

3/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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