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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Hardwood floors
- Prime location
- Gas stove
- Cozy space
- Tile bathroom
- Tall ceilings
Location
131 S Boylan Ave, Raleigh, NC 27603, USA
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Property Overview
131 S Boylan Ave is a highly rated rental option with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8/10, highlighted by perfect scores for price and amenities and a near-perfect location rating. Residents can enjoy an urban lifestyle with hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and strong walkability, plus easy access to public transit, coworking spaces, parks, restaurants, and a nearby top-rated elementary school. The property supports social, sustainable, pet-friendly, and work-from-home living, with transparent, trustworthy listing details.
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.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby
Great for
Work-from-home
Eco living
Social life
Floor plans
| 0BR/1.0BA | Studio | 1 bath | $1,050 /mo | 1 unit available | Charming studio apartment in historic home located in the heart of Raleigh, NC. This cozy space features hardwood floors, a gas stove, tall ceilings, and tile in the bathroom. Perfect for those seeking a pet-friendly living environment, this studio offers a comfortable and convenient lifestyle. With a prime location and nearby attractions, this is the ideal choice for those looking to experience the best of city living. Schedule a tour today and make this studio your new home sweet home. $50 Application Fee $500 Security Deposit $1,050/Month Rent $70/Month Utility Fee $250 Pet Fee $10/Month Pet Rent Includes Power, Water, Sewer, Trash, Recycle Resident Pays Internet |
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Amenities for 131 S Boylan Ave
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Hardwood Floor |
| High Ceiling | High Ceilings |
| Power | Water |
Appliances
| Gas Range | Range |
| Refrigerator | Window AC |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Sewer |
Other
| Studio |
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
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 9 |
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About 131 S Boylan Ave
Charming studio apartment in historic home located in the heart of Raleigh, NC. This cozy space features hardwood floors, a gas stove, tall ceilings, and tile in the bathroom. Perfect for those seeking a pet-friendly living environment, this studio offers a comfortable and convenient lifestyle. With a prime location and nearby attractions, this is the ideal choice for those looking to experience the best of city living. Schedule a tour today and make this studio your new home sweet home. $50 Application Fee $500 Security Deposit $1,050/Month Rent $70/Month Utility Fee $250 Pet Fee $10/Month Pet Rent Includes Power, Water, Sewer, Trash, Recycle Resident Pays Internet
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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 131 S Boylan Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 131 S Boylan Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
131 S Boylan Ave 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·9A 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.
131 S Boylan Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 131 S Boylan Ave receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
131 S Boylan Ave 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 131 S Boylan Ave 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.
131 S Boylan Ave is great for:
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 131 S Boylan Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Raleigh
studio apartments at 131 S Boylan Ave cost about 3% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Raleigh.
Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Raleigh
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,260 |
| June 2024 | $1,266 |
| July 2024 | $1,286 |
| August 2024 | $1,267 |
| September 2024 | $1,285 |
| October 2024 | $1,266 |
| November 2024 | $1,307 |
| 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 | $1,091 |
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Can I afford to live at 131 S Boylan Ave?
Bedrooms
StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$42,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $42,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,050.
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Schools near 131 S Boylan Ave
Governor Morehead School for the Blind
303 ashe ave
raleigh, NC, 27606
K-12Public
Southeast Raleigh Elementary School
1436 rock quarry rd
raleigh, NC, 27610
PK, K-5Public
C
Mount Vernon Middle School
5418 chapel hill rd
raleigh, NC, 27607
K-8Public
C+
Rogers Lane Elementary
201 north rogers ln
raleigh, NC, 27610
PK, K-5Public
C+
White Plains Children's Center
313 se maynard rd
cary, NC, 27511
PK, KPublic
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Getting around Raleigh near 131 S Boylan Ave
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Transit
6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 131 S Boylan Ave, Raleigh
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
7/10
Variety of bars within walking distance
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