Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chapel Hill, NC from $884 (51 Rentals)

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Shadowood
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$1,188 - $1,633
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$946 - $1,633
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Shadowood

110 Piney Mountain RdChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Sunstone Apartments
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$1,284 - $1,783
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$1,164 - $1,783
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Sunstone Apartments

208 Conner DrChapel Hill, NC 27514
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property at 500 Umstead Dr

$1,250 - $1,500

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500 Umstead Dr

Chapel HillNC27516
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2701 Homestead RdChapel Hill, NC 27516
property at 1414 Old Lystra Rd

$1,395

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1414 Old Lystra Rd, Unit 3, Unit 3

1414 Old Lystra Rd
Chapel HillNC27517
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$1,395

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1416 Old Lystra Rd, Unit 6, Unit 6

1416 Old Lystra Rd
Chapel HillNC27514

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$1,395

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1416 Old Lystra Rd, Unit 3, Unit 3

1416 Old Lystra Rd
Chapel HillNC27514
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612 Hillsborough
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612 Hillsborough

612 Hillsborough StChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Timber Hollow
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Timber Hollow

101 Timber Hollow CtChapel Hill, NC 27514

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Collins Crossing
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$1,190 - $1,391
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$1,221 - $1,870
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Collins Crossing

501 Jones Ferry RdCarrboro, NC 27510
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Autumn Woods
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$1,366 - $1,661
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$1,334 - $3,321
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Autumn Woods

222 Old Fayetteville RdCarrboro, NC 27510
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Garrett West
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$1,407 - $1,766
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$1,327 - $1,872
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Garrett West

4130 Garrett RdDurham, NC 27707
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Avana 55Twelve
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$1,431 - $3,519
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Avana 55Twelve

5512 Sunlight DrDurham, NC 27707
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Poplar Place
2 Bedroom Apartments

Poplar Place

605 Jones Ferry RdCarrboro, NC 27510
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Chapel Hill, NC Local Guide

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chapel Hill Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Chapel Hill?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Chapel Hill is under $1,050.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chapel Hill?

The cheapest apartment in Chapel Hill is Berkshire 54 which is listed at $949, while the average apartment in Chapel Hill costs $4,843.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Chapel Hill?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3,247 regular apartments in Chapel Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Chapel Hill?

Cheap apartments in Chapel Hill have an average cost of $1,660 which is $3,183 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chapel Hill.

Expert Rental Resources

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Your Guide to the Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Durham, NC

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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.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

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This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.