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Timber Hollow
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Timber Hollow

101 Timber Hollow CtChapel Hill, NC 27514

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Chapel View
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Chapel View

2701 Homestead RdChapel Hill, NC 27516
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Morgan Reserve
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Morgan Reserve

5205 Barbee Chapel RdChapel Hill, NC 27517
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Carolina Square
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Carolina Square

123 W Franklin StChapel Hill, NC 27516
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Azalea Estates
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Azalea Estates

700 N Estes DrChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Greenfield Commons
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Greenfield Commons

500 Formosa LnChapel Hill, NC 27517
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Stratford Apartments
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Stratford Apartments

700 Bolinwood DrChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Greenbridge
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Greenbridge

601 W Rosemary StChapel Hill, NC 27516

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Chapel Hill, NC Local Guide

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Chapel Hill 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 30, 2025

There are currently 1320 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Chapel Hill, NC that range in price from $879 to $6,048. Greater Chapel Hill, Meadowmont and Chapel Hill East are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Chapel Hill with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Greater Chapel Hill499$1,425$879
Meadowmont169$1,583$935
Chapel Hill East96$1,633$935
Northside88$1,435$949
Cameron McCauley86$1,456$949
University Place86$1,600$935
Gimghoul Historic District80$1,603$935
Estes62$1,643$995
UNC Chapel Hill54$1,474$995
Chapel Hill North36$1,575$1,097

Largest Available Chapel Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chapel Hill, NC is found at Carraway Village in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood and is 1,007 square feet priced from $2,118. The Morgan at Chapel Hill in the Downing Creek neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 939 square feet and currently listed start at $1,829. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Chapel Hill:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Carraway Village2.A4- Tower1,007 Sq Ft$2,118
The Morgan at Chapel HillA3939 Sq Ft$1,829
J 501 EstatesSydney938 Sq Ft$1,358
The Hartley at Blue HillA1S937 Sq Ft$1,873
The Apartments at Palladian PlaceA3934 Sq Ft$1,552
Solano at Chapel HillA4932 Sq Ft$1,600
900 Willow1 Bed/1 Bath Den-A1K931 Sq Ft$2,625
The Apartments at Midtown 501A1925 Sq Ft$1,350
The Villages of Chapel HillA2915 Sq Ft$1,076
Kelby FarmsA4909 Sq Ft$1,755

Cheapest Available Chapel Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 30, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Chapel Hill, NC is the Redwood Model starting from $935 at Nova Chapel Hill in the South Durham neighborhood. The second most affordable Chapel Hill 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom One Bath Garden Model at Chateau Apartments - New starting at $949 in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Chapel Hill is currently $1,587. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Chapel Hill:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Nova Chapel HillRedwood$935
Chateau Apartments - NewOne Bedroom One Bath Garden$949
Crossings @ 5011x1 Creekview Classic- Call for Availability$950
Estes Park - Students save up to 10%!Grove at Estes Park$995
Carolina Spring Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom$999
Glenbrook East and WestThe Brightleaf GWII 535$1,013
ShadowoodThe Oak$1,042
The Villages of Chapel HillA2$1,076
Royal Park - Students save up to 10%!Barnes$1,110
Avana 55TwelveA2$1,164

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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.

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.

Chapel Hill, NC
Population: 60,988

Ranked #618

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Chapel Hill, NC

Ranked #9

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Chapel Hill, NC

Walk Score®

42 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

28 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Chapel Hill Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Chapel Hill with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Chapel Hill is at Nova Chapel Hill listed at $935.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Chapel Hill Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Chapel Hill is $1,587.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Chapel Hill Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chapel Hill is a 1,007 square feet unit starting from $2,118 at Carraway Village.

What is the average size for Chapel Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Chapel Hill is currently 1,390 sq ft.

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