Cheap Homes for Rent in South Cary/Apex Neighborhood of Apex, NC from $500 (43 Rentals)

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property at 1241 University Ct

$550

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$550
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 1

1241 University Ct, Unit 202, Unit 202

1241 University Ct
RaleighNC27606

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property at 1911 Wolftech Ln

$625

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$625
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1911 Wolftech Ln, Unit 104, Unit 104

1911 Wolftech Ln
RaleighNC27603

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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 Aurella Cary priced from $885. 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
Aurella CaryThe Camillia1BR,1BA$885
324 West Jones Street1/11BR,1BA$950
Trailwood Crossing ApartmentsA1 - Bickmore1BR,1BA$963
The Retreat at Lake Johnson ApartmentsA1 - Dahlia1BR,1BA$1,006
The Enclave at CrossroadsThe Roanoke1BR,1BA$1,051
Cary Pines ApartmentsThe Spruce II Newly Renovated1BR,1BA$1,057
Beaver Creek Apartments and TownhomesThe Biltmore Garden1BR,1BA$1,104
Town Station LoftsA1 (Studio Apt)1BR,1BA$1,132
South Valley ApartmentsThe Terrace2BR,1BA$1,147
Remington PlaceFairfield I1BR,1BA$1,151

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

As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Cary/Apex area is the $1.26 price per square foot LANTANA Model at Stephens Farm in the in the Avent Glen neighborhood starting from $2,238. The second greatest value South Cary/Apex apartment is the B2 Model at AXIS Crossroads starting at $1,487 with a $1.20 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 FarmLANTANA3BR,2.5BA$1.26
AXIS CrossroadsB22BR,2BA$1.20
Centennial Village Student Housing3x33BR,3BA$0.59
Kildaire Reserve ApartmentsB3 - The Aster2BR,2BA$1.19
1820 at Centennial3x33BR,3BA$0.81
Campus West at Tryon3X33BR,3BA$0.76
Summit 5012 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.27
Campus Edge2x2 Platinum2BR,2BA$0.99
Ashton Woods Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.24
Trailwood Crossing ApartmentsA1 - Bickmore1BR,1BA$1.19

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South Cary/Apex, Apex, NC

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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 167 Apartments for Rent in South Cary/Apex, NC with pricing that ranges from $620 to $14,179. There are also 225 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Cary/Apex ranging from $500 to $4,800.

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 $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,042.

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 $799 to $4,869, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,495 to $4,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $620.

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