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Cary, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cary, NC

Pricing Updated: 07/31/2025

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$2,097$4701708

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 $915. Triangle Park Apartments in the South Durham neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $930. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cary apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arbor Creek11B1BR,1BA$915
Triangle Park Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$930
The Parke at Trinity Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$949
Arbors at Cary1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,050
Featherstone VillageOne Bedroom (sunroom optional)1BR,1BA$1,058
Aurella CaryThe Iris1BR,1BA$1,065
The Gregory North and South Apartment HomesThe Live Oak1BR,1BA$1,070
Chancery VillageRhone/Barolo1BR,1BA$1,085
403 WestA11BR,1BA$1,086
Preston ViewA11BR,1BA$1,086

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cary, NC

As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cary area is the $1.13 price per square foot Balsam Model at Houndswood Village in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Cary apartment is the Wrenn Model at ABODE at Ream's Pointe starting at $2,449 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Bradley Terrace 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$1.13
ABODE at Ream's PointeWrenn3BR,2.5BA$1.36
Grace ParkUnit 62BR,2.5BA$1.23
Waterstone at Brier Creek ApartmentsBroad | Renovated3BR,2BA$1.26
Harrison GrandeB2B Biltmore2BR,2BA$1.22
Ashley Park ApartmentsThree Bedroom Apartment Homes3BR,2BA$1.29
The Preserve21.5THZP2BR,1.5BA$1.34
Treybrooke at the ParkAshton (C)2BR,2BA$1.21
AvenBirch2BR,1.5BA$1.31
The Enclave at CrossroadsThe Roanoke1BR,1BA$1.31

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cary

What type of rentals are currently available in Cary?

There are currently 270 Apartments for Rent in Cary, NC with pricing that ranges from $625 to $8,513. There are also 323 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cary ranging from $550 to $7,995.

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 $7,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,149.

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 $1,270 to $8,513, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $929.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Raleigh

Written by: Chris Munier

Raleigh offers not only an exciting urban environment, the centerpiece of a thriving metro area, but it’s also affordable. That is, assuming you know where to rent.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.