
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Preston Neighborhood of Cary, NC from $700 (46 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Preston area of Cary.


MAA 900 Waterford

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Marquis at Silverton

Bexley at Carpenter Village

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High House at Cary Apartments

Lantower Weston Corners

Town Station Lofts

Bradford Cary

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Cary Greens At Preston
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Preston Ridge

Town Station

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Preston Reserve

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Acclaim at Cary Pointe

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Alta Ivy

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Lofts at Weston Lakeside

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Alta Wren

Bainbridge Cary
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Griffin Weston

Highland Terrace

Brampton Moors

Westwood Park

Cortland Highcroft

226 Daymire Glen Ln

Huntington Apartments

The Waterford

Preston View
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Weston Reserve Apartments

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Treybrooke at the Park

Marquis on Cary Parkway

Bexley at Preston

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The Manor at Weston

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Aviation Crossing Apartments

The Bristol

District Station
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Overture Cary

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District Square

Grace Park

Pointe at Lake Crabtree Apartments

Crabtree Crossing Apartments and Townhomes

Ashby at Twin Lakes

Camden Westwood

2111 Kudrow Ln
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109 E Seve Ct
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 | $1,628 | $1,307 | $3,429 |
| Preston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,725 | $939 | $4,406 |
| Preston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,928 | $1,218 | $6,269 |
| Preston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,296 | $1,419 | $4,095 |
| Preston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,779 | $2,779 | $2,779 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 46 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 Huntington Apartments priced from $1,109. The Waterford has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,126. Here are the most affordable Preston apartments for rent in Raleigh, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntington Apartments | THE GARDEN | 1BR,1BA | $1,109 |
| The Waterford | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,126 |
| MAA 900 Waterford | The Ashton | 1BR,1BA | $1,128 |
| Marquis at Silverton | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,221 |
| Treybrooke at the Park | Mirela (A) | 1BR,1BA | $1,253 |
| Bexley at Carpenter Village | Ashley | 1BR,1BA | $1,254 |
| Chatham Forest Apartments | The Maple Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1,269 |
| Marquis on Cary Parkway | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| High House at Cary Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,288 |
| Lantower Weston Corners | gs | Studio,1BA | $1,307 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Preston, NC
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Preston area is the $1.57 price per square foot Design 3B Premier Model at Preston Reserve in the in the Scottish Hills neighborhood starting from $2,297. The second greatest value Preston apartment is the 3 Model at Town Station starting at $1,947 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Bradley Terrace 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preston Reserve | Design 3B Premier | 3BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Town Station | 3 | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Grace Park | Unit 2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Weston Reserve Apartments | B1 - The Brewer | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Crabtree Crossing Apartments and Townhomes | The Cypress Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Chatham Forest Apartments | The Maple Deluxe | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.34 |
| Crosstimbers Apartments | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| The Bristol | Carolina | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| MAA 900 Waterford | The Ashton | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Huntington Apartments | THE GARDEN | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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 Lantower Weston Corners listed at $1,307.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Preston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Preston Apartment is $1,109 at Huntington 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 $1,218 at MAA 900 Waterford.
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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