Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Cary/Apex Neighborhood of Apex, NC from $600 (81 Rentals)

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Stone Glen
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stone Glen

1501 Amethyst Crest WayApex, 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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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 2 Beds unit found at Stone Glen priced from $820. Aurella Cary has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $930. Here are the most affordable South Cary/Apex apartments for rent in Apex, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Stone Glen2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$820
Aurella CaryThe Camillia1BR,1BA$930
The Retreat at Lake Johnson ApartmentsA1 - Dahlia1BR,1BA$973
The Summit at Avent Ferry1 Bed 1 Bath Prior Renovated1BR,1BA$1,040
Woodcreek ApartmentsThe Hampton1BR,1BA$1,066
Trailwood Crossing ApartmentsA1 - Bickmore1BR,1BA$1,091
Amberwood at LochmereDogwood1BR,1BA$1,121

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

As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Cary/Apex area is the $1.14 price per square foot MOONFLOWER Model at Stephens Farm in the in the Avent Glen neighborhood starting from $2,249. The second greatest value South Cary/Apex apartment is the The Mason Model at Ashford Townes starting at $2,154 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Wimberly Place 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 FarmMOONFLOWER3BR,2BA$1.14
Ashford TownesThe Mason3BR,2.5BA$1.23
3770 Pardue Woods Pl, Unit 3013770 Pardue Woods Pl3BR,3BA$0.48
Remington PlaceDartmouth I2BR,2BA$1.05
Centennial Village Student Housing3x33BR,3BA$0.58
1820 at Centennial3x33BR,3BA$0.79
Village at Broadstone StationB12BR,1BA$1.26
Gorman Crossings3B3BR,2BA$1.34
Campus West at Tryon3X33BR,3BA$0.78
Ashton Woods Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.24

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South Cary/Apex, Apex, NC

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Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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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 $1,121.

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

The cheapest apartment in South Cary/Apex is Aurella Cary which is listed at $930, while the average apartment in South Cary/Apex costs $2,578.

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 28 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 $298 which is $2,280 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Cary/Apex.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!