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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cary, NC

Pricing Updated: 06/27/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Cary, NC 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
North Cary Morrisville$3,800$550181

Cheapest Available Cary Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cary, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Arbor Creek in the Lakeside neighborhood priced from $925. The Parke at Trinity Apartment Homes in the Beechtree neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $935. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cary apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arbor Creek11A1BR,1BA$925
The Parke at Trinity Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$935
Bentley RidgeThe Brightleaf 5351BR,1BA$949
Woodlyn on the Green Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1,003
403 WestA11BR,1BA$1,012
Triangle Park Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,030
The Retreat at Lake Johnson ApartmentsA1 - Dahlia1BR,1BA$1,051
AvenBeech1BR,1BA$1,069
The Gregory North and South Apartment HomesThe Live Oak1BR,1BA$1,075
Chatham Forest ApartmentsThe Oak with Den Classic1BR,1BA$1,079

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cary, NC

As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cary area is the $1.16 price per square foot Balsam Model at Houndswood Village in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Cary apartment is the 5x5 Loft Private Access Model at Paloma Raleigh starting at $959 with a $0.55 price per square foot in the Roylene Acres neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cary apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Houndswood VillageBalsam3BR,3.5BA$1.16
Paloma Raleigh5x5 Loft Private Access5BR,5BA$0.55
Davis Park2 bed2BR,3.5BA$1.21
Creekstone at RTP ApartmentsHickory3BR,2BA$1.29
The Station Raleigh3x3 - Hillsborough A3BR,3BA$0.94
Bexley at Brier CreekSuntree2BR,2BA$1.17
Bexley ParkSummerglen2BR,2BA$1.13
MAA Brier FallsHuntley2BR,2BA$1.18
Madison Hunters GlenThe Magnolia2BR,2BA$1.28
Williamsburg Manor2 Bed 1.5 Bath Renovated WD2BR,1.5BA$1.27

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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 Cheap Cary Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cary?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cary is at The Exchange at Brier Creek listed at $1,113.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cary Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cary Apartment is $925 at Arbor Creek.

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 $1,135 at The Parke at Trinity Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Cary Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cary Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Parke at Trinity Apartment Homes and starts from $1,282.

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