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How much does it cost to rent a home in Cary?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cary 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,652 | $1,275 | $2,310 |
| Cary 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,219 | $950 | $5,000 |
| Cary 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,592 | $800 | $4,495 |
| Cary 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,998 | $3,149 | $5,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cary, NC
Pricing Updated: 05/27/2026Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Cary Morrisville | $2,015 | $620 | 1858 |
Cheapest Available Cary Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Cary, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Bentley Ridge in the South Durham neighborhood priced from $949. MAA Trinity in the Meadow Springs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $963. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cary apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bentley Ridge | The Brightleaf 535 | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| MAA Trinity | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $963 |
| The Retreat at Lake Johnson Apartments | A1 - Dahlia | 1BR,1BA | $1,007 |
| The Gregory North and South Apartment Homes | The Live Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,009 |
| Aurella Cary | The Camillia | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| The Parke at Trinity Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,034 |
| Cary Pines Apartments | The Spruce II Newly Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,044 |
| Featherstone Village | One Bedroom (sunroom optional) | 1BR,1BA | $1,056 |
| Oxford Square | Acacia Standard - Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Hyde Park | The Greenwich | 1BR,1BA | $1,076 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cary, NC
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cary area is the $0.99 price per square foot C2T Model at Avalon Townhomes Brier Creek in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $2,330. The second greatest value Cary apartment is the Lennox Model at ABODE at Arringdon starting at $2,200 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the South Durham 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Townhomes Brier Creek | C2T | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.99 |
| ABODE at Arringdon | Lennox | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.26 |
| Redpoint Raleigh | 3 Bedroom, 3 BathTownhome | 3BR,3BA | $0.71 |
| The Station Raleigh | 3x3 - Hillsborough A | 3BR,3BA | $0.94 |
| Bexley at Brier Creek | Glenwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Crabtree Crossing Apartments and Townhomes | The Magnolia Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.33 |
| Park Place Apartments | B3 - The Rome | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Bexley Park | Norwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Kildaire Reserve Apartments | B2 - The Laurel | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Weston Reserve Apartments | B1 - The Brewer | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Cary?
There are currently 286 Apartments for Rent in Cary, NC with pricing that ranges from $625 to $12,223. There are also 222 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cary ranging from $550 to $5,500.
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 $550 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,253.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cary?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cary range from $799 to $8,308, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $625.
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