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Highland Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Terrace

900 Duncan Vale WayCary, NC 27511
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Brampton Moors
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brampton Moors

101 Brampton LnCary, NC 27513
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Hyde Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hyde Park

200 Hyde Park CtCary, NC 27513
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1048 Diamond Dove Ln
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1048 Diamond Dove Ln

Apex, NC 27502
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1241 University Ct
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1241 University Ct

Raleigh, NC 27606
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1331 Crab Orchard Dr
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1331 Crab Orchard Dr

Raleigh, NC 27606
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1230 University Ct
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1230 University Ct

Raleigh, NC 27606
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Cary, NC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Cary, NC

Pricing Updated: 02/22/2025

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$2,083$45031580

Cheapest Available Cary Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cary, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Hawthorne at the Parkway in the Scottish Hills neighborhood priced from $479. Arbor Creek in the Lakeside neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cary apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hawthorne at the ParkwayThe Cambridge - Enhanced2BR,2BA$479
Arbor Creek11B1BR,1BA$900
Bentley RidgeThe Brightleaf 5351BR,1BA$918
Woodlyn on the Green Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$986
Chatham Forest ApartmentsThe Oak Classic1BR,1BA$989
ARIUM Lake JohnsonDahila1BR,1BA$993
The Parke at Trinity Apartment HomesA21BR,1BA$994
The Gregory North and South Apartment HomesThe Live Oak1BR,1BA$994
Indigo ApartmentsA1B1BR,1BA$1,006
The Lex at Brier CreekA11BR,1BA$1,009

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cary, NC

As of February 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cary area is the $1.05 price per square foot Sterling Model at Houndswood Village in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $2,464. The second greatest value Cary apartment is the Lennox Model at ABODE at Arringdon starting at $2,284 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the South Durham 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 VillageSterling3BR,2.5BA$1.05
ABODE at ArringdonLennox3BR,3.5BA$1.31
Bexley at Brier CreekTimber Crest3BR,2BA$1.33
Ashley Park ApartmentsThree Bedroom Apartment Homes3BR,2BA$1.30
Bexley ParkBeechwood2BR,2BA$1.34
Boundary Village21.5THPZ2BR,1.5BA$1.24
Beaver Creek Apartments and TownhomesThe Cardinal Garden2BR,2BA$1.33
AXIS CrossroadsA2R1BR,1BA$1.28
Remington PlaceFairfield I1BR,1BA$1.25
Featherstone VillageOne Bedroom (sunroom optional)1BR,1BA$1.31

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Cary Overview

Cary, North Carolina, is a great municipality located in Wake County, in the United States of America. It began as a small settlement in around 1750s. The region has developed due to the huge investments by the government and other investors. Currently, there are many world-class rental apartments in the region. These apartments are neat, well maintained, and managed by a team of experts, who ensures that all the clients get satisfied during their stay.

Why live in Cary, NC?

Thousands of reasons can make you choose to live in Cary, NC. Apartments in Cary are affordable and first-class. Therefore, these Cary apartments will give you the value for your hard earned money. Additionally, the government and the owners of Cary apartments have put extra effort in enhancing security. It is among the safest Municipalities in the United States of America. The weather is conducive and perfect to raise your family. Furthermore, there are modern social amenities in the area including hospitals and schools. The schools are highly competitive. The region has some of the best universities in the world including Duke University. Therefore, it is an attractive place to live with your family.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Cary, NC

Ranked #4

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Cary, NC

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

22 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cary Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cary?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cary is at Plat 4 at Research Triangle listed at $1,267.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cary Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cary Apartment is $900 at Arbor Creek.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cary Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cary is starting from $479 at Hawthorne at the Parkway.

What is the most affordable Cary Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cary Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Amberwood at Lochmere and starts from $1,321.

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