
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carrboro, NC from $700 (40 Rentals)
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West End Flats

Berkshire 54

The Villages of Chapel Hill

Carolina Spring Senior Apartments

Royal Park - Students save up to 10%!

Ashbrook Apartments

Autumn Woods
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University Lake

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River View

Collins Crossing

Carolina - Students save up to 10%!
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106 Fidelity/109 W Poplar

Poplar Place

Trinity at the Hill

121 Westview Dr

118 Fidelity St

Shadowood

120 S Graham St

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Rise Chapel Hill

Kingswood - Students save up to 10%!

Carraway Village

206 Andrews Ln

1701 North

University Apartments Chapel Hill

Trustee Corner

400 1/2 McCauley St
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106 Basnight Ln

Timber Hollow

Chapel View

54 Davie Cir

529 Hillsborough St

420 Whitehead Cir

500 Umstead Dr

612 Hillsborough
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Carrboro, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carrboro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Carrboro Studio Apartments | $1,855 | $958 | $3,278 |
| Cheap Carrboro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,640 | $975 | $3,688 |
| Cheap Carrboro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,081 | $969 | $5,139 |
| Cheap Carrboro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,192 | $1,110 | $7,999 |
| Cheap Carrboro 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,315 | $1,095 | $7,236 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Carrboro, NC
Pricing Updated: 01/08/2026Current apartment rentals in the Carrboro, NC area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Carrboro Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Carrboro | $5,425 | $740 | 3 |
Cheapest Available Carrboro Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carrboro, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Shadowood in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood priced from $927. West End Flats in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $934. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carrboro apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shadowood | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $927 |
| West End Flats | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $934 |
| Berkshire 54 | Cranwell R2 | 2BR,1BA | $949 |
| The Villages of Chapel Hill | The Brighton - Cozy Studio Apartment Home | Studio,1BA | $958 |
| Carolina Spring Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Poplar Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,010 |
| Ashbrook Apartments | 1b/1b Edgemont | 1BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| Autumn Woods | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,048 |
| Trinity at the Hill | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Royal Park - Students save up to 10%! | Barnes | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carrboro, NC
As of January 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carrboro area is the $0.94 price per square foot C1 Model at Shortbread Lofts in the in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood starting from $1,140. The second greatest value Carrboro apartment is the c20a Model at Collins Crossing starting at $1,819 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carrboro apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shortbread Lofts | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.94 |
| Collins Crossing | c20a | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Rock Creek Apartments | Sycamore | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Poplar Place | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Carolina - Students save up to 10%! | Hatteras | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.47 |
| River View | 2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Berkshire 54 | Barrington R2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Laurel Ridge Apartments | Laurel | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Chateau Apartments | 1x1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| West End Flats | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carrboro Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carrboro?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carrboro is at The Villages of Chapel Hill listed at $958.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carrboro Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carrboro Apartment is $927 at Shadowood.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carrboro Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carrboro is starting from $934 at West End Flats.
What is the most affordable Carrboro Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carrboro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Trinity at the Hill and starts from $1,550.
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I'm Billy, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Durham, North Carolina. And if you’re considering settling down in Durham, you’re in luck.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
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