Bradford Cary
21035 Bradford Green Sq,
Cary, NC 27519
$1,495 - $3,495
Studio - 3 Beds
Cary
Cary, NC
Area Guide
One of North Carolina’s fastest growing communities
Affordable
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Suburb
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Rail Service
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Bike-Friendly
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Welcome to Cary, North Carolina, a suburban community in the Research Triangle region. Located between Raleigh and Durham, Cary combines a relaxed atmosphere with convenient access to major employment centers. The town's extensive park system includes Fred G. Bond Metro Park, spanning 310 acres, and Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve, offering three miles of nature trails. Current rental trends show moderate rates, with average one-bedroom apartments at $1,442, though prices have seen a slight decrease of 2.3% over the past year. The rental market spans multiple areas, from Preston and Lochmere to downtown Cary. Established neighborhoods include Kildaire Farms and the Bradford district.
Residents enjoy access to over 30 public parks and natural areas connected by 82 miles of greenways. Entertainment options include outdoor concerts at Koka Booth Amphitheatre and performances at the Cary Arts Center. The town sits minutes from major employers in Research Triangle Park, with companies like SAS Institute and Epic Games maintaining headquarters within Cary's borders. The town's historic significance includes being home to North Carolina's first state-funded public high school, established in 1907. Community events throughout the year include the long-running Lazy Daze Arts & Crafts Festival and the winter North Carolina Chinese Lantern Festival at Koka Booth Amphitheatre.
Rent Trends
As of January 2026, the average apartment rent in Cary, NC is $1,416 for a studio, $1,432 for one bedroom, $1,722 for two bedrooms, and $2,033 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cary has decreased by -2.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,432/month
790 Sq Ft
House
$2,738/month
2,009 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,548/month
874 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,044/month
1,696 Sq Ft
Transportation
47
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
22
Minimal Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
43
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades K-5
825 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
702 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
720 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
693 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
673 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,630 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,459 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
959 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
860 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
768 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,435 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,052 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,001 Students
Wake Nc State Univ Stem Early College High School
Public
Grades 9-12
263 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,145 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Stevens Nature Center at Hemlock Bluffs
- Lake Crabtree County Park
- Swift Creek Bluffs Nature Preserve
- Crowder District Park
- Lake Johnson Nature Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Raleigh-Durham International
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.