Cheap Homes for Rent in South Cary/Apex Neighborhood of Apex, NC from $500 (52 Rentals)

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property at 1911 Wolftech Ln

$625

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$625

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$625

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1911 Wolftech Ln, Unit 104

1911 Wolftech Ln
RaleighNC27603

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property at 1411 Collegiate Cir

$695

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$695

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$695

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1411 Collegiate Cir

RaleighNC27606

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property at 5600 Preveza Pl

$750

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$750

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$750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Sep 1

5600 Preveza Pl

RaleighNC27603

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property at 1518 Ashburton Rd

$950

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$950

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$950

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

1518 Ashburton Rd

RaleighNC27606

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property at 609 Smithdale Dr

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 1

609 Smithdale Dr

RaleighNC27606
property at 145 S Main St

$1,400 - $1,695

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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145 S Main St

Fuquay VarinaNC27526
property at 131 Winners Cir

$1,450

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$1,450

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$1,450

2 Bedroom, 3 Bath Townhome for Rent

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131 Winners Cir

CaryNC27511

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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 324 West Jones Street priced from $950. Aurella Cary has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable South Cary/Apex apartments for rent in Apex, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
324 West Jones Street1/11BR,1BA$950
Aurella CaryThe Camillia1BR,1BA$995
201-205 E Ransom St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,000
The Retreat at Lake Johnson ApartmentsA1 - Dahlia1BR,1BA$1,067
Cary Pines ApartmentsThe Spruce II Newly Renovated1BR,1BA$1,094
Summit 5011 Bedroom 1 Bath Reno1BR,1BA$1,145
Chandler RidgeTwo Bedroom - Income Guidelines Apply2BR,2BA$1,155
The Summit at Avent Ferry1 Bed 1 Bath Renovated1BR,1BA$1,185
Linwood Creek ApartmentsEnd Unit2BR,1BA$1,195
The Retreat at Fuquay-VarinaHarbour1BR,1BA$1,245

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

As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Cary/Apex area is the $1.12 price per square foot MANDEVILLA Model at Stephens Farm in the in the Avent Glen neighborhood starting from $2,181. The second greatest value South Cary/Apex apartment is the The Madison Model at Ashford Townes starting at $1,994 with a $1.21 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 FarmMANDEVILLA3BR,2.5BA$1.12
Ashford TownesThe Madison3BR,2.5BA$1.21
The Enclave at CrossroadsThe Ocracoke3BR,2BA$1.20
Centennial Village Student Housing3x33BR,3BA$0.59
1820 at Centennial3x33BR,3BA$0.61
Beaver Creek Apartments and TownhomesThe Dogwood Townhouse EIK2BR,2.5BA$1.39
Kildaire Reserve ApartmentsB2 - The Laurel2BR,2BA$1.23
Campus Edge2x2 Platinum2BR,2BA$0.99
Ashton Woods Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.35
Village at Broadstone StationA21BR,1BA$1.39

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about South Cary/Apex

What type of rentals are currently available in South Cary/Apex?

There are currently 173 Apartments for Rent in South Cary/Apex, NC with pricing that ranges from $620 to $11,692. There are also 233 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Cary/Apex ranging from $500 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Cary/Apex?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Cary/Apex ranges from $500 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,189.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Cary/Apex?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Cary/Apex range from $625 to $3,249, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $2,965. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $620.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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