Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Cary/Apex Neighborhood of Apex, NC from $600 (79 Rentals)

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411 Peace Haven PlApex, NC 27502
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600 Park Summit BlvdApex, NC 27523
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South Cary/Apex, Apex, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Cary/Apex Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Cary/Apex area of Apex, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Summit at Avent Ferry priced from $975. The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $980. Here are the most affordable South Cary/Apex apartments for rent in Apex, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Summit at Avent Ferry1 Bed 1 Bath Large Renovated1BR,1BA$975
The Retreat at Lake Johnson ApartmentsA1 - Dahlia1BR,1BA$980
Aurella CaryThe Iris1BR,1BA$1,025
Brampton MoorsOxford1BR,1BA$1,026
Cary Pines ApartmentsThe Spruce II Newly Renovated1BR,1BA$1,049
Arbors at Cary1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,050
Remington PlaceFairfield I1BR,1BA$1,089

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Cary/Apex, NC

As of October 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Cary/Apex area is the $1.08 price per square foot HONEYSUCKLE Model at Stephens Farm in the in the Avent Glen neighborhood starting from $1,949. The second greatest value South Cary/Apex apartment is the 3x3 Platinum Model at Campus Edge starting at $920 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the Lakeside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Cary/Apex apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Stephens FarmHONEYSUCKLE3BR,2.5BA$1.08
Campus Edge3x3 Platinum3BR,3BA$0.71
Centennial Village Student Housing3x33BR,3BA$0.54
1820 at Centennial3x33BR,3BA$0.82
Beaver Creek Apartments and TownhomesThe Charlotte Townhouse EIK2BR,1.5BA$1.18
Williamsburg Manor2 Bed 1.5 Bath Renovated W/D Connection2BR,1.5BA$1.28
Trailwood Crossing ApartmentsB2 - Bristol2BR,2BA$1.21
Ashton Woods Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.24
Village at Broadstone StationA21BR,1BA$1.31
Remington PlaceFairfield I1BR,1BA$1.25

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across North Carolina and customized analysis for Central Apex. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Cary/Apex Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South Cary/Apex?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Cary/Apex is under $1,089.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Cary/Apex?

The cheapest apartment in South Cary/Apex is The Summit at Avent Ferry which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in South Cary/Apex costs $2,295.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Cary/Apex?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 39 regular apartments in South Cary/Apex that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Cary/Apex?

Cheap apartments in South Cary/Apex have an average cost of $296 which is $1,999 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Cary/Apex.

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