
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chapel Hill, NC Under $1,200 (31 Rentals)


Crosstown at Chapel Hill

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University Lake

The Bailey Apartments

Nova Chapel Hill

Trinity at the Hill

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Crossings @ 501
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Chapel Hill, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chapel Hill?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Chapel Hill Studio Apartments | $1,620 | $958 | $3,294 |
Chapel Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,585 | $879 | $3,796 |
Chapel Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,959 | $949 | $4,100 |
Chapel Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,522 | $1,290 | $9,050 |
Chapel Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,561 | $1,400 | $2,500 |
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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 $1,585.
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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