Apartments for Rent in Chapel Hill, NC (283 Rentals)

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The Hartley at Blue Hill
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$1,442 - $4,137

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The Hartley at Blue Hill

625 S Elliott RdChapel Hill, NC 27517
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Aura Booth Park
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$1,603 - $4,699

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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Aura Booth Park

1000 Martin Luther King Jr BlvdChapel Hill, NC 27514
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900 Willow
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$1,500 - $4,015

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900 Willow

900 Willow DrChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Aura Fifty4
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$1,529 - $3,154

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Aura Fifty4

5580 Farrington RdChapel Hill, NC 27517
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Shadowood
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$1,046 - $1,690

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Shadowood

110 Piney Mountain RdChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Notting Hill
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$1,420 - $4,306

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Notting Hill

100 Drew Hill LnChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Overture Chapel Hill
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$1,370 - $3,672

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Overture Chapel Hill

5910 Farrington RdChapel Hill, NC 27517
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Union Chapel Hill
$1,330 - $2,050

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Base Rent$1,330 - $2,050
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Union Chapel Hill

425 Hillsborough StChapel Hill, NC 27514
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85 Rocky Knls, Unit 85B
$1,390

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Base Rent$1,390
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85 Rocky Knls, Unit 85B

85 Rocky KnlsChapel Hill, NC 27516
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502 Whitaker Street, Unit B
$1,650

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Base Rent$1,650
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502 Whitaker Street, Unit B

502 Whitaker StreetChapel Hill, NC 27516
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$1,250 - $1,275

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Base Rent$1,250 - $1,275
Total Monthly Price$1,250 - $1,275
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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1521 Partridgeberry Rd

Chapel HillNC27516
property at 303 Smith Level Rd
$625

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Base Rent$625
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303 Smith Level Rd

Chapel HillNC27516
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$800

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Base Rent$800
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Jul 1, 2027
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303 Smith Level Rd, Unit 32

303 Smith Level Rd
Chapel HillNC27516
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property at 104 Bay Colony Ct
$1,000

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104 Bay Colony Ct

Chapel HillNC27517

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Chapel Hill Overview

Chapel Hill is the 16th-largest city in the state of North Carolina, with a population of over a half-million residents. It is one of the three cities that make up the Research Triangle, Durham and Raleigh are the other two cities. In 1959 the three cities were named the Research Triangle Park because of the park between Durham and Raleigh.

What is the history of Chapel Hill?

Chapel Hill sits atop a hill and was originally settled by William Barbee and his family. The family contributed to the then fledgling University of North Carolina. Chapel Hill is now a bustling college town, home to students, professors and families that are surrounded by the UNC-Chapel Hill campus. In 1993, Chapel Hill had the opportunity to celebrate its bicentennial and establish the Chapel Hill Museum.

How is the weather in Chapel Hill?

Since Chapel Hill is an inland city, its climate has an average temperature of 89°F for the summer months of June through August. The high temperatures can get up to 106°F during those months. The winter months can get to an average low of 28°F for the months of November through March.

How do I get around town?

Chapel Hill Transit provides safe and reliable transportation for visitors, students and residents of Chapel Hill, Carrboro and the University of North Carolina Communities. It also provides Tar Heel Express, a park and ride shuttle service.

What is the Chapel Hill commute like?

The major highways in Chapel Hill include NC-54 which travels northeast to southwest and serves the Research Triangle area. It connects the cities of Chapel Hill, Durham and Morrisville. The NC-54 runs from I-70 to I-40. Traffic going to the Research Triangle Park is the most congested with Chapel Hill having the longest commute home. Traffic away from the RTP has the least amount of traffic.

What are the local media outlets?

The local talk radio, news and sports coverage radio stations are 1360AM and 97.9FM. The UNC local station is 91.5FM. and the Internet-based, student-run radio station is 89.3FM. “The Chapel Hill News” is the primary newspaper, but there is also “The Daily Tar Heel,” a nationally ranked, student newspaper and two other newspapers offered in the area: “The Sun Magazine” and the “Carrboro Citizen.”

Why live in Chapel Hill, NC?

Chapel Hill has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country and it is staying steady, because of the jobs related to the Research Triangle. Although it is a college town, it is filled with elegant small shops and restaurants, beautiful parks, and provides an upscale feel to its surroundings. Because Chapel Hill is surrounded by mountains, residents will experience a milder summer heat and cooler winter days. But the residential areas are settled on large woodsy lots which makes residents feel like they are living at a luxury resort.

What Chapel Hill landmarks should I see?

Chapel Hill boasts a number of landmarks including UNC Chapel Hill, Franklin Street, containing shops and restaurants, Coker Arboretum, the Gimghoul Castle, the Dean E. Smith Center, the Oakwood Historic District, and the Horace Williams House.

What is there to do around Chapel Hill?

Chapel Hill is rich in culture and anchored in college sports. With Duke University nearby, UNC Chapel Hill always has a sports team to root for or against. Things to do with the family includes visits to the North Carolina Botanical Gardens, The Carolina Basketball Museum, the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, and Ackland Art Museum.

Any annual festivals or Chapel Hill events to know?

FestiFall Arts Festival is one of Chapel Hill’s longest running festivals. There is also Carolina Jazz Festival, the Pepper Fest (food festival), the Carrboro Music Festival, and the 4th of July Fireworks Festival.

Where are the nearby vacation spots?

Chapel Hill proclaims it is “The Southern Part of Heaven” and is nestled between luscious rolling mountains and the UNC college. You can take tours of the Smokey Mountains, take a horseback guided tour of Biltmore Estates, visit the Reed Goldmine to “search for gold,” or visit the Autumn at Oz Festival to ease on down the yellow brick road in the Land of Oz at Beech Mountain.

Where is the best place to move in Chapel Hill?

Southern Village is a great location for old charm living with a high walk ability rating to shops and restaurants nearby. The Oaks is a community that is located in both Chapel Hill and Durham and is very close to the Research Triangle Park, UNC Hospitals, Raleigh-Durham International Airport, UNC and Duke University.

Chapel Hill, NC
Population: 60,988

Ranked #618

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chapel Hill

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in Chapel Hill, NC?

As of today, September 23, 2026, there are currently 283 available Chapel Hill apartments priced from $650 to $9,323, with an average monthly rent of $1,879.

What Chapel Hill neighborhoods have the most available apartments?

There are 25 neighborhoods in the Chapel Hill area with available listings as of today. The three neighborhoods with the most options are Southwest Raleigh with 697 listings, Downtown Durham with 673 listings, and Outer Downtown Durham with 548 listings.

How much are Studio apartments in Chapel Hill?

There are currently 36 Studio Apartments in Chapel Hill with rent ranges from $958 to $2,310 with an average price of $1,501.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Chapel Hill Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Chapel Hill ranges from $650 to $4,825 with an average monthly rent of $1,650.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Chapel Hill cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Chapel Hill range from $900 to $5,337. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,936.

How expensive are Chapel Hill Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 73 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Chapel Hill on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,095 to $9,323 - averaging $2,634 for the location.

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