
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cary, IL from $500 (19 Rentals)
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316 Crystal St

222 Crystal St

19-23 High Rd

230 Crystal St

Oak Knoll Apartments
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109 Cary St

Riverwalk on Main

Springs at Three Oaks

Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community

Stone Edge Apartments
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271 Country Commons Rd

Beachway Apartments

415 Lincoln Ave

300 Opatrny Dr

603-603 1/2 Lincoln Ave

122-140 Main St
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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 | $1,657 | $1,657 | $1,657 |
| Cary 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,047 | $570 | $2,401 |
| Cary 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,497 | $1,445 | $2,952 |
| Cary 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,254 | $1,500 | $2,764 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cary, IL
Pricing Updated: 07/24/2026Current 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 | $2,200 | $570 | 9 |
Cheapest Available Cary Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cary, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Cary Horizon in the Arrowhead neighborhood priced from $570. Stone Edge Apartments in the The Oaks at Irish Praire neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cary apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cary Horizon | 1 Bedroom - 30-60% | 1BR,1BA | $570 |
| Stone Edge Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,500 |
| Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community | Champion Single Wide | 3BR,2BA | $1,500 |
| Springs at Three Oaks | SGO | Studio Grand Overlook | Studio,1BA | $1,657 |
| The Schoolhouse Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cary, IL
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cary area is the $2.02 price per square foot Meadowood Model at Redwood Crystal Lake in the in the Arrowhead neighborhood starting from $2,674. The second greatest value Cary apartment is the Forestwood Model at Redwood Fox River Grove starting at $2,775 with a $2.14 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Crystal Lake | Meadowood | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Redwood Fox River Grove | Forestwood | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community | Champion Single Wide | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Stone Edge Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Haber Pointe Apartments | 2 Br / 2 Ba | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Water's Edge | The Trail | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Cary Horizon | 2 Bedroom - 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Schoolhouse Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Springs at Three Oaks | 1DC-G | 1 BR Designer Courtyard with Garage | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cary Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cary Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cary Apartment is $570 at Cary Horizon.
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 $1,445 at Cary Horizon.
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 $1,500.
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