Exploration is one of the most underrated aspects of Arc Raiders, yet it remains one of the most reliable ways to build value, progress workbench upgrades, and quietly profit with minimal risk. Scattered across each map are locked rooms, overlooked buildings, and forgotten residential zones—many of which hide far more than players expect.
This guide focuses on two such locations: Pale Apartments and Ruby Residence. Both areas are often skipped in favor of flashier hotspots, but after a full exploration run, they prove to be surprisingly efficient loot zones for the right type of raider.
Map Overview and Spawn Potential
On the map,with ARC Raiders Items,Pale Apartments and Ruby Residence sit close together, with:
A radar cache between them
Two raider spawns on each side of the apartment complex
A quest objective located at Ruby Residence
Nearby vehicles and roadside resources
While the map itself doesn't advertise weapon crates or high-tier loot, the density of buildings—five in total—makes this area ideal for methodical looting rather than quick hit-and-run raids.
Pale Apartments: Low Traffic, High Utility Loot
Exterior Resources
Right away, the Pale Apartments stand out due to prickly pear spawns outside the buildings. These are essential for Scrappy upgrades and are both easy to collect and typically uncontested.
If you need prickly pears, this is one of the safest and most consistent spots to farm them.
Interior Loot Breakdown
The first floors across most apartment buildings are relatively sparse:
Shelves with minor items
Trash cans
Few lootable containers
No breachables on lower levels
However, the real value starts appearing on the upper floors.
Key Finds in Pale Apartments
Toasters (extremely high volume)
Frying pans
Alarm clocks
Household trinkets
Plastic parts
Fabric
Rope
Mod components and attachments
Large quantities of chemicals
In one full run, six toasters were found—an unusually high number. Since toasters are required for Workbench upgrades, this location is exceptional for early-to-mid progression players.
Breachables and Rare Drops
On higher floors, breachable containers can spawn, typically containing:
Rusted tools
Mod components
Scrap materials
One of the standout finds was an Epic item: Buried Town Hall Key, which dramatically increased the overall value of the run.
Additional notable items included:
Rusted gear (high-demand crafting material)
Blue-tier trinkets
Rare household items that sell well or recycle efficiently
Chemicals: The Unexpected Jackpot
One of the most surprising aspects of this location is the sheer volume of chemicals.
Across the Pale Apartments and Ruby Residence combined, it's entirely possible to extract with:
100–150 chemicals in a single run
Chemicals are essential for:
Ammo crafting
Workbench upgrades
Explosive compounds
Deadlines and crude explosives
Compared to dedicated chemical farming locations like the Seed Vault, this residential zone performs exceptionally well—especially given the low enemy and player pressure.
Ruby Residence: Familiar Layout, More Value
Ruby Residence buildings share nearly identical layouts with Pale Apartments, making navigation intuitive once you've cleared the first area.
What to Expect Inside
Sparse first floors
Kitchen cabinets and drawers on upper levels
Frequent toaster spawns
Chemical caches in desks and containers
Occasional breachables in closets
Notably, weapon cases did not spawn during this run. While weapons can appear (a single Beretta was found), this is not a gun-farming location.
Vehicles and Exterior Loot
Outside the buildings, multiple vehicles can spawn:
Lootable car trunks and hoods
Light bulbs
Motors
Chemicals
License plates
Vehicle loot is randomized, but adds consistent value if you have inventory space.
Special Finds and Progression Items
During the full clear, several progression-critical items were discovered:
Dog collars (Scrappy upgrades)
Blueprint: Smoke Grenade
Humidifiers (Season 1 expedition requirement)
Multiple keys (Buried City Residential Key)
Epic complex parts
Film reels
Blue-tier trinkets and components
The variety of loot here makes this area feel like a “junk drawer”—not flashy, but filled with items that quietly push long-term progression forward.
PvP and Enemy Presence
Despite clearing all five buildings:
Only one raider was encountered
Minimal Ark presence
No major combat required
Successful extraction with just a backpack and hatch key
This makes Pale Apartments and Ruby Residence an excellent low-risk looting zone, especially for solo players or undergeared raiders.
However, players should stay alert:
Multiple nearby spawns increase late-raid PvP risk
Looting all five buildings takes time
Fresh servers are strongly recommended
Extraction and Escape Routes
One of the strongest advantages of this location is its easy extraction:
Raider hatch within 150–200 meters
Swamp lift nearby
Multiple roof jump paths for quick escapes
With a Raider Hatch Key, extraction is fast and low-stress.
Final Loot Results and Value
At the end of the run:
Total value: ~74,000 credits
Scavenging XP gained: ~11,000
Multiple epic and blue-tier items
Significant workbench progression materials
This value was achieved without hot-zone pressure,with ARC Raiders BluePrints,heavy combat, or weapon farming.
Final Verdict: Are These Apartments Worth Looting?
Rating: ★★★☆☆ (3/5)
Pros:
Excellent workbench upgrade materials
Massive chemical spawns
Low PvP traffic
High container density
Safe extraction routes
Cons:
Very limited weapon spawns
Time-intensive to fully clear
Minimal Ark farming opportunities
For players focused on progression, crafting, and steady income, Pale Apartments and Ruby Residence are absolutely worth looting—especially if you spawn nearby or enter on a fresh server.
As Arc Raiders continues to evolve, overlooked residential zones like these prove that sometimes the best loot isn't found in the hottest areas—but in the places everyone else ignores.
Until the next exploration, see you in Spironza.
