
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Briarcliff Neighborhood of Cary, NC from $700 (32 Rentals)
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Cary Pines Apartments

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The Gregory North and South Apartment Homes

Oxford Square

Aurella Cary

Harrison Grande

MAA 900 Waterford
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Audubon Parc

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902 W Chatham St

150 Carmichael Ct

112 Greenmont Ln

323 Riverwalk Cir

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Briarcliff, Cary, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Briarcliff?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briarcliff Studio Apartments | $1,873 | $1,253 | $2,040 |
| Briarcliff 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,840 | $939 | $4,031 |
| Briarcliff 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,125 | $1,184 | $4,855 |
| Briarcliff 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,149 | $1,419 | $4,800 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Briarcliff Neighborhood of Cary, NC.
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Cheapest Available Briarcliff Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Briarcliff area of Raleigh, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Cary Pines Apartments priced from $1,023. The Gregory North and South Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,060. Here are the most affordable Briarcliff apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Cary Pines Apartments | The Spruce II Newly Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,023 |
| The Gregory North and South Apartment Homes | Red Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,060 |
| Oxford Square | Acacia Standard - Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Aurella Cary | The Camillia | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Harrison Grande | A1A Hammond | 1BR,1BA | $1,112 |
| Merriwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Arbors at Cary | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Amberwood at Lochmere | Mimosa | 2BR,1BA | $1,258 |
| Crestline Cary | The Brighton | 1BR,1BA | $1,263 |
| Chatham Forest Apartments | The Maple Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1,269 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Briarcliff, NC
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Briarcliff area is the $1.50 price per square foot Blue Jay Model at Audubon Parc in the in the Scottish Hills neighborhood starting from $1,992. The second greatest value Briarcliff apartment is the The Brittany Model at MAA 900 Waterford starting at $1,343 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Scottish Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Briarcliff apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Audubon Parc | Blue Jay | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| MAA 900 Waterford | The Brittany | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Williamsburg Manor | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Renovated W/D Connection | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
| The Preserve | 22Z | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Ashton Woods Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.35 |
| Chatham Forest Apartments | The Maple Deluxe | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.34 |
| Arbors at Cary | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Amberwood at Lochmere | Oak | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Harrison Grande | A1A Hammond | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Cary Pines Apartments | The Spruce II Newly Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Briarcliff Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Briarcliff?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Briarcliff is at Meridian East Chatham listed at $1,795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Briarcliff Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Briarcliff Apartment is $1,023 at Cary Pines Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Briarcliff Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Briarcliff is starting from $1,184 at The Gregory North and South Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable Briarcliff Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Briarcliff Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oxford Square and starts from $1,475.
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