
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cary, IL from $1,200 (23 Rentals)
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Garden Place Apartments

Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community

Springs at Three Oaks

1371 Cunat Ct, Unit 1D

Stone Edge Apartments

Congress Parkway
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627 S Virginia Rd

5 Arrowhead Dr

10 Arrowhead Dr

20 Arrowhead Dr

651 S Virginia Rd

350 College St

1345 Cunat Ct
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439 Berkshire Dr

431 Berkshire Dr

1351 Cunat Ct

425 Berkshire Dr

1361 Cunat Ct

1374 Cunat Ct

70 Pine Ct
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1917 Silverstone Dr

917 Silverstone Dr
Cary, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cary?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cary Studio Apartments | $1,558 | $1,557 | $1,562 |
| Cary 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,066 | $1,592 | $2,365 |
| Cary 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,582 | $1,792 | $3,006 |
| Cary 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,386 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cary, IL
Pricing Updated: 04/23/2026Current apartment rentals in the Cary, IL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Cary Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rawson Bridge | $2,649 | $1,975 | 10 |
Cheapest Available Cary Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cary, IL is a Studio unit found at Springs at Three Oaks in the Arrowhead neighborhood priced from $1,557. Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community in the East Suburban McHenry neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cary apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springs at Three Oaks | SGO | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,557 |
| Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community | Champion Single Wide | 3BR,2BA | $1,700 |
| Water's Edge | The Quarry | 1BR,1BA | $1,991 |
| The Schoolhouse Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2,500 |
| Redwood Fox River Grove | Forestwood | 2BR,2BA | $2,624 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cary, IL
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cary area is the $1.67 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Schoolhouse Apartments in the in the Arrowhead neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Cary apartment is the Forestwood Model at Redwood Fox River Grove starting at $2,624 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the Rawson Bridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cary apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Schoolhouse Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| Redwood Fox River Grove | Forestwood | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community | Champion Single Wide | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Water's Edge | The Trail | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Springs at Three Oaks | SGO | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio ,1BA | $2.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cary Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cary?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cary is at Springs at Three Oaks listed at $1,557.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cary Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cary Apartment is $1,592 at Springs at Three Oaks.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cary Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cary is starting from $1,792 at Springs at Three Oaks.
What is the most affordable Cary Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cary Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community and starts from $1,700.
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