
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Preston Neighborhood of Cary, NC from $700 (45 Rentals)
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Bexley at Carpenter Village

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Marquis at Silverton

Westwood Park

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High House at Cary Apartments

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Sinclair Cary

Bradford Cary

Preston Ridge
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Cary Greens At Preston

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Town Station

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Preston Reserve

Acclaim at Cary Pointe

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Lofts at Weston Lakeside

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Alta Wren

Bainbridge Cary
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Highland Terrace

Brampton Moors

Town Station Lofts

Cortland Highcroft

133 Cumberland Green Dr

Huntington Apartments

The Waterford

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Crabtree Crossing Apartments and Townhomes

Preston View

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Treybrooke at the Park

Marquis on Cary Parkway

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The Manor at Weston

Bexley at Preston

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Ashby Twin Lakes
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The Bristol

District Station

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Overture Cary

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District Square

Grace Park

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District Lofts

Pointe at Lake Crabtree Apartments

Camden Westwood

2111 Kudrow Ln, Unit 2111
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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 | $1,550 | $1,382 | $1,751 |
| Preston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,658 | $939 | $3,859 |
| Preston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,949 | $1,219 | $6,790 |
| Preston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,209 | $1,419 | $4,195 |
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There are currently 45 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 Weston Reserve Apartments priced from $1,148. Huntington Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,149. Here are the most affordable Preston apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weston Reserve Apartments | A1/A2 - The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1,148 |
| Huntington Apartments | THE GARDEN | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Chatham Forest Apartments | The Maple Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,219 |
| Treybrooke at the Park | Mirela (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,231 |
| Marquis on Cary Parkway | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,244 |
| Marquis at Silverton | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,261 |
| The Manor at Weston | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,264 |
| High House at Cary Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,307 |
| Preston View | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,341 |
| Crabtree Crossing Apartments and Townhomes | The Cypress Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1,342 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Preston, NC
As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Preston area is the $1.51 price per square foot 3 Model at Town Station in the in the Bradley Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,954. The second greatest value Preston apartment is the Cary Model at The Bristol starting at $1,859 with a $1.49 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town Station | 3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| The Bristol | Cary | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Crabtree Crossing Apartments and Townhomes | The Magnolia Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
| Grace Park | Unit 2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| District Station | B1A | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Chatham Forest Apartments | The Bradford with W/D Upgraded | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.41 |
| The Waterford | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Weston Reserve Apartments | A1/A2 - The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Marquis at Silverton | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Huntington Apartments | THE GARDEN | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
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 Sinclair Cary listed at $1,382.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Preston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Preston Apartment is $1,148 at Weston Reserve Apartments.
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 $1,219 at Chatham Forest Apartments.
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 $1,519.
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