
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwoods Neighborhood of Cary, NC from $695 (41 Rentals)
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THE ELLERY OF CARY

Oxford Square

737 branniff drive

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The Preserve

117 E Circle Dr

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909 W Chatham St

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Maynard Summit

109 Killam Ct

325 S West St
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The Allison at Fenton

618 Branniff Dr

1426 Old Trinity Cir

Bacarra

6114 Deerwood Pl

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Northwoods, Cary, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwoods?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwoods Studio Apartments | $1,887 | $1,695 | $2,040 |
| Northwoods 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $695 | $4,150 |
| Northwoods 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,152 | $1,085 | $5,001 |
| Northwoods 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,070 | $1,369 | $4,800 |
| Northwoods 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,595 | $3,595 | $3,595 |
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Cheapest Available Northwoods Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwoods area of Raleigh, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at THE ELLERY OF CARY priced from $1,034. Oxford Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here are the most affordable Northwoods apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE ELLERY OF CARY | The Beechtree | 1BR,1BA | $1,034 |
| Oxford Square | Acacia Standard - Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Gregory North and South Apartment Homes | The Live Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,078 |
| Woodlyn on the Green Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,112 |
| Harrison Grande | A1A Hammond | 1BR,1BA | $1,116 |
| Chatham Forest Apartments | The Maple Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,129 |
| Merriwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Regency Place | Tristan | 1BR,1BA | $1,189 |
| ARIUM Cary Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| MAA 900 Waterford | The Ashford | 1BR,1BA | $1,253 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwoods, NC
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwoods area is the $1.58 price per square foot The Morrisville Townhome Model at Griffin Weston in the in the Huntington Woods neighborhood starting from $2,523. The second greatest value Northwoods apartment is the D1 Model at Meridian at Harrison Pointe starting at $2,334 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Dogwood Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwoods apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Griffin Weston | The Morrisville Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.58 |
| Meridian at Harrison Pointe | D1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| The Preserve | 22.5THZ | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.32 |
| Chatham Forest Apartments | The Maple Deluxe | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Harrison Grande | A1C Coventry | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| MAA 900 Waterford | The Ashford | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Marquis at Silverton | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Woodlyn on the Green Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Merriwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| THE ELLERY OF CARY | The Beechtree | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwoods Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northwoods?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northwoods is at The Allison at Fenton listed at $1,556.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwoods Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwoods Apartment is $1,034 at THE ELLERY OF CARY.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northwoods Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwoods is starting from $1,085 at THE ELLERY OF CARY.
What is the most affordable Northwoods Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Northwoods Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oxford Square and starts from $1,475.
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