Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Cary/Apex Neighborhood of Apex, NC from $583 (146 Rentals)

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The Villages at Depot
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$1,303 - $6,132
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The Villages at Depot

30000 Summer Crop LnApex, NC 27502
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Crestview at Apex
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$1,397 - $1,975
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Crestview at Apex

4000 Spotter DrApex, NC 27502
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Avalon Peaks
$1,430 - $1,840
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Avalon Peaks

2000 Kiftsgate LnApex, NC 27539
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Album Summit Pines
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$1,452 - $3,635
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Album Summit Pines

1000 Sweetbay Haven LnApex, NC 27523
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The Henley
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$1,467 - $2,735
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The Henley

1213 Chapel Ridge RdApex, NC 27502
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The Ballast on Salem
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$1,480 - $2,649
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The Ballast on Salem

1821 Chatham Flats DrApex, NC 27502
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Camden Lake Pine
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Camden Lake Pine

600 Park Summit BlvdApex, NC 27523
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2120 Wolftech Ln, Unit 204

2120 Wolftech Ln
RaleighNC27603

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1911 Wolftech Ln, Unit 104

1911 Wolftech Ln
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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 Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments priced from $920. 324 West Jones Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable South Cary/Apex apartments for rent in Apex, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Retreat at Lake Johnson ApartmentsA1 - Dahlia1BR,1BA$920
324 West Jones Street1/11BR,1BA$950
Trailwood Crossing ApartmentsA1 - Bickmore1BR,1BA$986
Aldon at Powell & Broad1 Bed 1 Bath 727 sqft1BR,1BA$1,019
Arbors at Cary1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,050
Cary Pines ApartmentsThe Spruce II Newly Renovated1BR,1BA$1,100
Aurella CaryThe Camillia1BR,1BA$1,130

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

As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Cary/Apex area is the $1.18 price per square foot WINTERBERRY Model at Stephens Farm in the in the Avent Glen neighborhood starting from $2,824. The second greatest value South Cary/Apex apartment is the 3X3 Model at University Suites Student Housing starting at $799 with a $0.58 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 FarmWINTERBERRY4BR,3.5BA$1.18
University Suites Student Housing3X33BR,3BA$0.58
1440 Collegiate Cir, Unit 1041440 Collegiate Cir4BR,4BA$0.46
2021 Wolf Tech Ln, Unit 2042021 Wolf Tech Ln4BR,4BA$0.46
3770 Pardue Woods Pl, Unit 3013770 Pardue Woods Pl3BR,3BA$0.48
Campus Edge3x3 Platinum3BR,3BA$0.76
Centennial Village Student Housing3x33BR,3BA$0.49
1820 at Centennial3x33BR,3BA$0.62
Campus West at Tryon3X33BR,3BA$0.67
Trailwood Crossing ApartmentsA1 - Bickmore1BR,1BA$1.16

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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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Cary/Apex?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Cary/Apex is at The Villages at Depot listed at $1,303.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Cary/Apex Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Cary/Apex Apartment is $937 at Trailwood Crossing Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Cary/Apex Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Cary/Apex is starting from $1,157 at Trailwood Crossing Apartments.

What is the most affordable South Cary/Apex Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Cary/Apex Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Maple Ridge Apartments and starts from $1,349.

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