# Average Rent in Cary, NC &amp; Rent Trends

> Average rent in Cary, NC is $1,923/mo as of October 2026. Price history for 8 recently listed units in 1 buildings.

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Prices last verified October 18, 2026

## What is the average 4-bedroom rent in Cary, NC?

The average listed 4-bedroom apartment rent in Cary, NC is $1,923 per month, last observed October 18, 2026. This sample includes 8 priced apartments in 1 building. Current availability is not confirmed.

We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.

Rent prices and market trends across 1 apartment community in Cary, NC. Prices update after successful source checks.

Area [All Areas](https://average-rent.com/city/cary-nc/trends/?bedrooms=4) [Highlands](https://average-rent.com/city/cary-nc/trends/27518/?bedrooms=4)[Kings Mill](https://average-rent.com/city/cary-nc/trends/27511/?bedrooms=4)[Silver Creek](https://average-rent.com/city/cary-nc/trends/27513/?bedrooms=4)

Cary [27519](https://average-rent.com/city/cary-nc/trends/27519/?bedrooms=4)

Beds [All Bedrooms](https://average-rent.com/city/cary-nc/trends/?bedrooms=all) [Studio](https://average-rent.com/city/cary-nc/trends/?bedrooms=0)[1 Bed](https://average-rent.com/city/cary-nc/trends/?bedrooms=1)[2 Bed](https://average-rent.com/city/cary-nc/trends/?bedrooms=2)[3 Bed](https://average-rent.com/city/cary-nc/trends/?bedrooms=3)[4 Bed](https://average-rent.com/city/cary-nc/trends/?bedrooms=4)

Showing 4 bedrooms in Cary, NC.

Market Average

$1,923/mo

Lowest Listed

$1,807/mo

as of Oct 18

Communities

1

tracked daily

Units Listed

8

as of Oct 18

## Is Rent Going Up or Down in Cary, NC?

As of October 2026, the average rent in Cary, NC is $1,923 per month across 1 apartment community and 8 recently listed units.

The most affordable option is [Boundary Village Townhomes](https://average-rent.com/city/cary-nc/boundary-village-townhomes-cary-nc/) starting at $1,807/mo. By unit type, a 4-bedroom averages $1,923/mo.

Prices range from $1,807 to $2,017 per month. The most common price point is the $1,800 range, where 6 units were listed.

## Rent Price Distribution

## Rent by Bedroom Type in Cary, NC

4 Bed

$1,923

from $1,807 · 8 units

## Rent Prices by Apartment in Cary, NC

| Property | Starting at | Average | Units | Rating |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Boundary Village Townhomes](https://average-rent.com/city/cary-nc/boundary-village-townhomes-cary-nc/) | $1,807/mo | $1,923/mo | 8 | 3 |

## Frequently Asked Questions About Rent in Cary, NC

### What is the average 4-bedroom rent in Cary, NC?

The average listed 4-bedroom apartment rent in Cary, NC is $1,923 per month, last observed October 18, 2026. This sample includes 8 priced apartments in 1 building. Current availability is not confirmed.

### What rent range can I find in Cary, NC?

The 4-bedroom apartment listings we track in Cary, NC range from $1,807 to $2,017 per month, last verified October 18, 2026. These are the lowest and highest listed prices. They are not a typical price for every apartment. The building, floor plan, and lease terms can affect the price.

### Are rents going up or down in Cary, NC?

There is not enough comparable history to report a reliable 30-day rent change for 4-bedroom apartment listings in Cary, NC. Missing dates or a change in the buildings we track can prevent a comparison. The chart uses recorded prices for 4-bedroom apartments with a known unit identity. It averages those prices within each building before comparing buildings. Missing history does not mean rents stayed flat.

### How much is a 4-bedroom apartment in Cary, NC?

4-bedroom apartments average $1,923 per month across 8 priced listings in Cary, NC. Listed rents range from $1,807 to $2,017 per month, last verified October 18, 2026. Compare apartments with similar floor plans and lease terms.

### Which tracked building has the lowest starting rent in Cary, NC?

Boundary Village Townhomes has the lowest starting rent among the buildings in the comparison table, at $1,807 per month. We track 8 priced listings matching your bedroom choice in that building, last verified October 18, 2026. The starting price applies to its lowest-priced matching apartment. Check that apartment's latest price and availability.

### Which rent range has the most listings in Cary, NC?

The $1,800 to $2,000 monthly range has the most matching listings: 6 units, or 75.0% of the priced apartments we track in Cary, NC. This count does not tell us how fast the apartments rent.

### How many apartment listings do you track in Cary, NC?

We track 8 priced units at 1 apartment building, last verified October 18, 2026. These are 4-bedroom apartments. These are previously listed units. They are not a confirmed count of apartments available today.

### How much rent history is available for Cary, NC?

We do not yet have enough accepted price records to draw a history chart for 4-bedroom apartment listings in Cary, NC. Current asking prices can appear before rent history is ready. We do not fill missing history with zero or with prices for a different bedroom count.

### Why can the headline rent differ from the trend chart in Cary, NC?

The average at the top of the page gives each matching apartment equal weight. The chart first averages recorded prices within each building, then compares buildings. It removes the highest and lowest groups when at least ten buildings contribute and omits days with fewer than five buildings. Different dates, building counts, and listing mixes can produce different figures. The monthly table averages the recorded daily figures.

### Does my bedroom choice change the prices and answers?

Yes. Your chosen area and bedroom count filter the asking rents, listing counts, rent ranges, and answers on this page. The active community exclusions are Student housing and 55+ / senior community and Corporate housing and Military / active duty housing and Veteran housing. When you choose a bedroom count, the history chart uses recorded prices for matching apartments with a known identity. If those records are missing, we leave the chart empty rather than use prices for other bedroom types. Open an individual apartment to check its own price history.

### Do these rents include utilities, parking, and other fees?

We use the published total monthly rent when it is available and the base rent otherwise. Unknown fees are not zero. Utilities, parking, pet charges, deposits, and one-time costs can add to the amount you pay. Check the selected unit and lease terms for a complete quote.

### How should I compare free-rent offers with listed rent?

A free-rent offer can reduce the effective cost over a lease without changing the listed monthly rent. Compare the same lease length and move-in date, then include required charges and the offer conditions. The market averages do not assume an unconfirmed discount.

### Does this page represent every rental in the market?

These figures describe the priced apartment listings we track, not every rental home or every occupied apartment. Coverage and the mix of bedrooms, buildings, and locations can change. A lower market average does not prove that the same apartment received a price cut.

### How fresh are the Cary, NC rent figures?

The listed prices were last verified October 18, 2026. They describe previously listed units, not confirmed availability today. Open the building and apartment details to check for a newer price.

## 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 $1,923/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 ($1,807/mo), you need to earn at least **$72,000/year**.

Median household income in Cary, NC is **$129,399** , about 40% above the comfortable-living threshold.

## Explore Cary, NC Apartments

Browse all 1 communities with daily-updated pricing and availability.

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## 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) | $1,923 |
| Utilities | $447 |
| Groceries | $523 |
| Transportation | $1,066 |
| Healthcare | $520 |
| Other goods and services | $832 |
| Estimated total | $5,311/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

[North Carolina Rent Trends](https://average-rent.com/state/north-carolina/rent-trends/): Compare rent across all North Carolina cities

[Explore Cary, NC on Map](https://average-rent.com/search/#city=cary-nc): See neighborhoods and rent data interactively

[US-wide rent comparison](https://average-rent.com/research/median-rent-united-states/): See how Cary, NC rents stack up against the national median

## Google Search Trends for Cary, NC Apartments

Search interest for apartments in this area over the past 12 months.

### Search Interest Over Time

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