Average Rent in Cary, NC
What is the average rent in Cary, NC?
The average listed apartment rent in Cary, NC is $1,916 per month, as of November 11, 2026. This sample includes 997 priced apartments in 31 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 7, 2026 through November 11, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
31 apartment buildings, 997 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Cary, NCCheapest
$919/mo
Woodlyn on the Green Apartment Homes
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31
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Units
997
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
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Average rent trend, last 6 months
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Cary, NC Rent Prices
All 31 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Woodlyn on the Green Apartment Homes
100 Kempwood Dr, Cary, NC 27513, USA
The Gregory North & South Apartment Homes
100 Northwoods Village Dr, Cary, NC 27513, USA
Chancery Village Apartments and Townhomes
25510 Burbage Cir, Cary, NC 27519, USA
Harrison Grande
300 Sudbury Dr, Cary, NC 27513, USA
MAA 900 Waterford
900 Waterford Forest Cir, Cary, NC 27513, USA
Cary Pines Apartments & Townhomes
1331 Wicklow Ct, Cary, NC 27511, USA
Hyde Park
200 Hyde Park Ct, Cary, NC 27513, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Woodlyn on the Green Apartment Homes 100 Kempwood Dr, Cary, NC 27513, USA | $919 | $1,112 | $1.12/ft² | 3.5 (507) | 34 |
| 2 | The Gregory North & South Apartment Homes 100 Northwoods Village Dr, Cary, NC 27513, USA | $979 | $1,265 | $1.44/ft² | 3.2 (621) | 92 |
| 3 | Chancery Village Apartments and Townhomes 25510 Burbage Cir, Cary, NC 27519, USA | $1,031 | $1,512 | $1.45/ft² | 4.4 (147) | 22 |
| 4 | Harrison Grande 300 Sudbury Dr, Cary, NC 27513, USA | $1,050 | $1,426 | $1.13/ft² | 3.8 (215) | 37 |
| 5 | MAA 900 Waterford 900 Waterford Forest Cir, Cary, NC 27513, USA | $1,063 | $1,197 | $1.16/ft² | 4 (224) | 22 |
| 6 | Cary Pines Apartments & Townhomes 1331 Wicklow Ct, Cary, NC 27511, USA | $1,079 | $1,247 | $1.59/ft² | 3.9 (157) | 6 |
| 7 | Hyde Park 200 Hyde Park Ct, Cary, NC 27513, USA | $1,178 | $1,308 | $1.57/ft² | 4.1 (120) | 11 |
Rent & Price History by Building
Compare apartment listings by price, bedrooms, and neighborhood.
Woodlyn on the Green Apartment Homes
3.5 (507)100 Kempwood Dr, Cary, NC 27513, USA
The Gregory North & South Apartment Homes
3.2 (621)100 Northwoods Village Dr, Cary, NC 27513, USA
Chancery Village Apartments and Townhomes
4.4 (147)25510 Burbage Cir, Cary, NC 27519, USA
Harrison Grande
3.8 (215)300 Sudbury Dr, Cary, NC 27513, USA
MAA 900 Waterford
4 (224)900 Waterford Forest Cir, Cary, NC 27513, USA
Cary Pines Apartments & Townhomes
3.9 (157)1331 Wicklow Ct, Cary, NC 27511, USA
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Cary, NC neighborhoods
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Cary, NC Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Cary, NC is $1,916 per month, based on 997 units across 31 apartment communities. Prices range from $919 at Woodlyn on the Green Apartment Homes to $4,615 at Meridian Cary.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,470/mo | $1,245/mo | 16 |
| 1 Bed | $1,749/mo | $919/mo | 478 |
| 2 Bed | $2,065/mo | $1,050/mo | 415 |
| 3 Bed | $2,208/mo | $1,464/mo | 88 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Building Economics
How much do Cary, NC apartments earn?
The 9 buildings we can estimate generate about $4.0M in rental revenue per month ($48M a year). Estimated from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity.
| Building | Est. Monthly Revenue | Asking / Leased | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.The Gregory North & South Apartment Homes | $842K/mo | $1,265 / $1,210 | 88% | 788 |
| 2.The Allison at Fenton | $631K/mo | $2,110 / $2,004 | 88% | 357 |
| 3.High House at Cary Apartments | $442K/mo | $1,482 / $1,583 | 92% | 302 |
| 4.Lantower Weston Corners | $437K/mo | $1,585 / $1,227 | 89% | 310 |
| 5.AXIS Crossroads | $426K/mo | $1,553 / $1,382 | 90% | 344 |
| 4 more estimated buildings | $1.3M/mo |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials. Asking is the average listed rent; leased is the average rent at which units left the market. Click any building for the full revenue breakdown and methodology.
Market Context
Who rents in Cary, NC, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Cary, NC averages $1,749/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $2,065/mo. At the local median household income of $129,399, that works out to 18% of gross income, well within the 25 percent comfortable-rent threshold.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Cary, NC at $1,621/mo. The current tracked market average runs 18% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Cary, NC while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
Who employs renters in Raleigh-Durham
Demand in the Raleigh-Durham rental market is shaped by the metro's largest private and public employers. The following organizations anchor local hiring and influence what renters can pay:
- SAS Institute
- MetLife
- Epic Games
Mean one-way commute in Cary, NC is 23 minutes, per the Census ACS, useful context when weighing which properties sit inside reasonable reach of these employers.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Cary, NC?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$77,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,916/mo.
Comfortable income
$92,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($919/mo), you need to earn at least $37,000/year.
Median household income in Cary, NC is $129,399 , about 41% above the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Cary, NC
Overall prices in Cary, NC runs below the national average by about 2% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 98.4, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Cary, NC's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,916 |
| Utilities | $447 |
| Groceries | $523 |
| Transportation | $1,066 |
| Healthcare | $520 |
| Other goods and services | $832 |
| Estimated total | $5,304/mo |
Population
176,686
Median household income
$129,399
Census median rent
$1,621/mo
Census rent burden
24.8%
Median age
39.8
Mean commute
23 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
Compare
Nearby cities in North Carolina
How Cary, NC rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Cary, NC | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC | $1,986 | +4% | -2.3% | 90 |
| Raleigh, NC | $1,659 | -13% | +0.5% | 35 |
| Concord, NC | $1,496 | -22% | -1.4% | 28 |
| Morrisville, NC | $1,738 | -9% | +1.9% | 25 |
| Asheville, NC | $1,823 | -5% | +2.3% | 22 |
| Wake Forest, NC | $1,726 | -10% | -0.7% | 18 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Cary, NC?
The average listed apartment rent in Cary, NC is $1,916 per month, as of November 11, 2026. This sample includes 997 priced apartments in 31 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Cary, NC?
The median asking rent in Cary, NC is $1,728 per month, computed from 997 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,916/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Cary, NC?
The lowest available rent in Cary, NC starts at $919 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Cary, NC?
1-bedroom apartments in Cary, NC average $1,749/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $919/mo across 478 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Cary, NC?
2-bedroom apartments in Cary, NC average $2,065/mo. Units start from $1,050/mo across 415 units currently listed.
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