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Auburn Trace Apartments

Glennwood Apartments

405 W Davis St

The Louie

1101 N Anthony St

The Glenns at Elon

Forest Oaks and Forest Lane Apartments

321 E 5th St

Residences at Forestdale
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119 N Fisher St

Clifton Place Apartments

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1219 Grace Ave, Unit C

Trails End Apartments

Huffman Mill Townhomes

May Hosiery Lofts

411 S St John St

Willow Creek Apartments

805 S Broad St

909 Washington St
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452 Parkview Dr

Ethan Pointe Apartments

The Venue Apartment Homes

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916 Avon Ave, Unit 101

Oak Pointe Apartments

119 N Ireland St

Moore Apartments

1016 Washington St

633 Tucker St

714 Rainbow Ave
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703 Askew St

617 Harris St

Courtyard Apartments

Summer Pointe Apartments

Parkside Apartments

113-113 Stagg St

2485 Michelle Dr

The Pointe

West Pointe

122 Markham St
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102 Campus Walk Trl

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102 Campus Walk Trl, Unit APT 201

115 Florence St, Unit 5

The Pines Apartments of Graham

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517 W Market St, Unit 517-D

511 Poplar St, Unit D

511 Poplar St, Unit F

113 Florence St, Unit 7

115 Florence St, Unit 07

Emerald Court
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Burlington, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Burlington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Burlington Studio Apartments | $902 | $795 | $1,283 |
| Cheap Burlington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,246 | $575 | $1,625 |
| Cheap Burlington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,374 | $755 | $1,975 |
| Cheap Burlington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $795 | $2,360 |
| Cheap Burlington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,233 | $600 | $2,495 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Burlington, NC
Pricing Updated: 08/24/2026Current apartment rentals in the Burlington, NC area range in price from $795 to $1,780 with an overall median price of $1,325. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Burlington Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Burlington | $1,325 | $795 | 158 |
Cheapest Available Burlington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Burlington, NC is a 4 Beds unit found at Evellien & Provence: Townhomes + Apartments Student Housing in the North Burlington neighborhood priced from $685. The Louie in the Burlington neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Burlington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evellien & Provence: Townhomes + Apartments Student Housing | Provence Apartments | 4BR,2BA | $685 |
| The Louie | Studio | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| The Glenns at Elon | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Residences at Forestdale | Studio | Studio,1BA | $920 |
| Glennwood Apartments | 1BR - 1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Clifton Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $947 |
| Trails End Apartments | New River-Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $979 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Burlington, NC
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Burlington area is the $0.43 price per square foot 102 Campus Walk Trl Model at 102 Campus Walk Trl, Unit APT 201 in the in the North Burlington neighborhood starting from $600. The second greatest value Burlington apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at Kirkwood Place Apartments starting at $1,457 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Burlington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Burlington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 102 Campus Walk Trl, Unit APT 201 | 102 Campus Walk Trl | 4BR,3BA | $0.43 |
| Kirkwood Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Summerlyn Place | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Huffman Mill Townhomes | 2A Gold | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Emerson Point | 2 Bed x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Woodland Heights of Burlington | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| The Glenns at Elon | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 916 Avon Ave, Unit 101 | 916 Avon Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Harden Crossing | 2Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.12 |
| 517 W Market St, Unit 517-D | 517 W Market St | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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Burlington Overview
If you are looking for a beautiful place to live and work, then you may have thought about Burlington, North Carolina. Burlington is located very close to Durham and Chapel Hill, NC. Furthermore, Burlington is not that far from Greensboro, High Point, or Winston-Salem. It is a rapidly growing area, with many people looking for employment opportunities and affordable housing. With friendly people, blue skies, and beautiful weather, learn more about Burlington, NC. Then, consider looking for Burlington apartments in the local area.
Why live in Burlington, NC?
There are numerous reasons why so many people choose to live in Burlington, North Carolina. First, the cost of housing is relatively low. When compared to Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Durham, it is much less expensive to live in Burlington than it is to live in than these other major cities. Second, there are plenty of outstanding educational institutions relatively close by. Examples include Duke University in Durham and the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. Finally, you are not that far from Greensboro, Durham, Chapel Hill, or Raleigh. If you need to get to any of these cities, it is not that long of a drive.
Burlington, NCPopulation: 53,748
Ranked #729
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Burlington, NC
Marvin B Smith Elementary
Walter M Williams High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Burlington Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Burlington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Burlington Apartment is $885 at The Glenns at Elon.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Burlington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Burlington is starting from $999 at Trails End Apartments.
What is the most affordable Burlington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Burlington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Trails End Apartments and starts from $1,299.
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