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Cary 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 02, 2025

There are currently 980 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Cary, NC neighborhoods that range in price from $625 to $4,864. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Cary with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
North Cary Morrisville980$1,516$625

Largest Available Cary 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Cary, NC is found at Apartments at The Arboretum in the Beechtree neighborhood and is 1,200 square feet priced from $1,854. Aventon Cary in the South Durham neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,174 square feet and currently listed start at $2,095. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Cary:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Apartments at The ArboretumRA5DTH1,200 Sq Ft$1,854
Aventon CaryA9 Den1,174 Sq Ft$2,095
The AsterA6M1,102 Sq FtCall for Rates
Preston RidgeA7 DEN1,067 Sq Ft$2,096
District at 54A61,060 Sq Ft$1,940
Bradford Cary1S1,021 Sq Ft$1,845
Novel CaryA2-M11,008 Sq Ft$1,973
The Reserve at Cary ParkA21,007 Sq Ft$1,395
District LoftsB1 - District Lofts996 Sq Ft$1,865
Ashley Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment Homes816 Sq Ft$1,322

Cheapest Available Cary 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 02, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Cary, NC is the A1 Model starting from $935 at The Parke at Trinity Apartment Homes in the Beechtree neighborhood. The second most affordable Cary 1 Bedroom is the 11B Model at Arbor Creek starting at $955 in the Lakeside neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Cary is currently $1,694. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Cary:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Parke at Trinity Apartment HomesA1$935
Arbor Creek11B$955
Woodlyn on the Green Apartment HomesA1$995
The WaterfordA1$995
Triangle Park Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath$1,030
403 WestA1$1,033
Aurella CaryThe Camillia$1,040
AvenBeech$1,069
Chatham Forest ApartmentsThe Oak with Den Classic$1,079
MAA Arringdon11A$1,083

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Cary Overview

Cary, North Carolina, is a great municipality located in Wake County, in the United States of America. It began as a small settlement in around 1750s. The region has developed due to the huge investments by the government and other investors. Currently, there are many world-class rental apartments in the region. These apartments are neat, well maintained, and managed by a team of experts, who ensures that all the clients get satisfied during their stay.

Why live in Cary, NC?

Thousands of reasons can make you choose to live in Cary, NC. Apartments in Cary are affordable and first-class. Therefore, these Cary apartments will give you the value for your hard earned money. Additionally, the government and the owners of Cary apartments have put extra effort in enhancing security. It is among the safest Municipalities in the United States of America. The weather is conducive and perfect to raise your family. Furthermore, there are modern social amenities in the area including hospitals and schools. The schools are highly competitive. The region has some of the best universities in the world including Duke University. Therefore, it is an attractive place to live with your family.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Cary, NC

Ranked #4

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Cary, NC

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

22 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Cary Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Cary with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Cary is at The Parke at Trinity Apartment Homes listed at $935.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Cary Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Cary is $1,694.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Cary Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Cary is a 1,200 square feet unit starting from $1,854 at Apartments at The Arboretum.

What is the average size for Cary 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Cary is currently 1,687 sq ft.

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