Cary

Twilight at Cary Downtown Park is a great place to enjoy a walk with the family.
This beautiful mural sits in downtown Cary, just minutes from the train station.
Downtown Cary Park is a popular destination for South Cary residents.
You can catch the Amtrak to many destinations from the train station in Cary.
Fenton shopping center in Cary has something for the entire family.

Cary, NC Area Guide

One of North Carolina’s fastest growing communities

Affordable Suburb Rail Service Bike-Friendly

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.

Explore the City

Downtown Cary Park is a popular destination for South Cary residents.

The Cary Tennis Park is host to many big tournaments and local enthusiasts play daily.

Fenton shopping center in Cary has something for the entire family.

You can catch the Amtrak to many destinations from the train station in Cary.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Cary, NC is $1,431 for a studio, $1,414 for one bedroom, $1,707 for two bedrooms, and $2,055 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cary has decreased by -3.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,414/month
791 Sq Ft
House
$2,688/month
1,969 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,978/month
1,631 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Cary, NC is for everyday living.

Car-Dependent

47 / 100

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

Minimal Transit

22 / 100

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Somewhat Bikeable

43 / 100

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

Davis Drive Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Mills Park Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

Weatherstone Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

Green Hope Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

West Cary Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Mills Park Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Davis Drive Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Alston Ridge Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Panther Creek High

Public

Grades 9-12

Green Level High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Green Hope High

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

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

Airports

  • Raleigh-Durham International

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Methodology

† 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 February 2026.