
Cheap Homes for Rent in Cary, IL from $1,200 (14 Rentals)
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157 Slocum Lake Rd

1323 Cunat Ct

651 S Virginia Rd

2313 Silverstone Dr

350 College St

439 Berkshire Dr
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219 Uteg St

1380 Cunat Ct

1517 Silverstone Dr

1353 Cunat Ct

18 Madison St

5 S Virginia Rd

187 Uteg St
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Cary, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Cary?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cary 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,097 | $1,550 | $3,197 |
| Cary 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,704 | $1,950 | $3,900 |
| Cary 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,400 | $3,000 | $3,700 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cary, IL
Pricing Updated: 06/19/2026Current 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 | $3,700 | $1,210 | 4 |
Cheapest Available Cary Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cary, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Stone Edge Apartments in the The Oaks at Irish Praire neighborhood priced from $1,500. Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community in the Fox Trails neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | $1,552 |
| The Schoolhouse Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Water's Edge | The Trail | 1BR,1BA | $2,190 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cary, IL
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cary area is the $1.95 price per square foot Willowood Model at Redwood Crystal Lake in the in the Arrowhead neighborhood starting from $2,699. The second greatest value Cary apartment is the Forestwood Model at Redwood Fox River Grove starting at $2,634 with a $2.04 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 | Willowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Redwood Fox River Grove | Forestwood | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Oakbrook Estates- Senior 55+ Community | Champion Single Wide | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Riverwalk on Main | Ballard | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| Stone Edge Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Haber Pointe Apartments | 2 Br / 2 Ba | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| 118 Harding Ave, Unit FirstFloor | 118 Harding Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Water's Edge | The Trail | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| The Schoolhouse Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| 121 Grove Ave, Unit #2 | 121 Grove Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Cary?
There are currently 48 Apartments for Rent in Cary, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $17,896. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cary ranging from $1,210 to $3,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cary?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cary ranges from $1,210 to $3,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,399.
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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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.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.