
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Preston Neighborhood of Cary, NC from $700 (43 Rentals)
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High House at Cary Apartments

MAA 900 Waterford

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Marquis at Silverton

Town Station

Bainbridge Cary

Bexley at Carpenter Village
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906 W Chatham St, Unit 906, Unit 906

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Cary Greens At Preston

Lantower Weston Corners

Preston Ridge

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Alta Wren

Bradford Cary

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Preston Reserve

Acclaim at Cary Pointe
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Lofts at Weston Lakeside

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Novel Cary

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Alta Ivy

Highland Terrace

Brampton Moors

Westwood Park

Cortland Highcroft

The Waterford
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Weston Reserve Apartments

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The Manor at Weston

Treybrooke at the Park

Preston View

Bexley at Preston

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The Bristol

District Station

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Overture Cary

404 Huntington Park Dr

Crabtree Crossing Apartments and Townhomes

Ashby at Twin Lakes
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Preston, Cary, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Preston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preston Studio Apartments | $1,515 | $1,344 | $1,629 |
| Preston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,666 | $1,019 | $3,796 |
| Preston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,915 | $1,295 | $6,890 |
| Preston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,206 | $1,499 | $5,946 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Preston Neighborhood of Cary, NC.
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Cheapest Available Preston Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Preston area of Raleigh, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Brampton Moors priced from $1,083. Town Station Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,132. Here are the most affordable Preston apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brampton Moors | Oxford | 1BR,1BA | $1,083 |
| Town Station Lofts | A1 (Studio Apt) | 1BR,1BA | $1,132 |
| The Waterford | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,178 |
| Crabtree Crossing Apartments and Townhomes | The Birch Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| High House at Cary Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,184 |
| Huntington Apartments | THE GAZEBO | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Marquis at Silverton | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,231 |
| Town Station | 1a | 1BR,1BA | $1,237 |
| Bexley at Preston | Meadows | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Bexley at Carpenter Village | Ashley | 1BR,1BA | $1,259 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Preston, NC
As of May 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Preston area is the $1.59 price per square foot B2 Model at District Station in the in the Huntington Woods neighborhood starting from $1,929. The second greatest value Preston apartment is the Umstead Model at The Bristol starting at $1,775 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Huntington Woods neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Preston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| District Station | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| The Bristol | Umstead | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| MAA 900 Waterford | The Brittany | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| 906 W Chatham St, Unit 906 | 906 W Chatham St | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Treybrooke at the Park | Delany (TH) | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.48 |
| Chatham Forest Apartments | The Pine with W/D Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Town Station | 1b | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Weston Reserve Apartments | A1/A2 - The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Bexley at Preston | Meadows | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Crabtree Crossing Apartments and Townhomes | The Birch Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Preston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Preston?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Preston is at Bradford Cary listed at $1,445.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Preston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Preston Apartment is $1,083 at Brampton Moors.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Preston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Preston is starting from $1,279 at Westwood Park.
What is the most affordable Preston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Preston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Chatham Forest Apartments and starts from $1,499.
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