3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Chapel Hill, NC (74 Rentals)

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Greenbridge
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Greenbridge

601 W Rosemary StChapel Hill, NC 27516
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125-139 Johnson St
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125-139 Johnson St

125-139 Johnson StChapel Hill, NC 27516

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The Acadia
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The Acadia

5608 Crescent DrChapel Hill, NC 27517
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220-230 Greene St
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220-230 Greene St

220-230 Greene StChapel Hill, NC 27516
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28 Davie Cir
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28 Davie Cir

28 Davie CirChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Legion Rd
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Legion Rd

Legion RdChapel Hill, NC 27517
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Summit At Homestead
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Summit At Homestead

2217 Homestead RdChapel Hill, NC 27516
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Regent Place
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Regent Place

100 Regent PlChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Meadowmont Village
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Meadowmont Village

100 Meadowmont Village CtrChapel Hill, NC 27517
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Chase Park
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Chase Park

1060 W NC Highway 54 BypChapel Hill, NC 27516
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Stratford Apartments
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Stratford Apartments

700 Bolinwood DrChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Chapel Hill 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: December 01, 2025

There are currently 449 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Chapel Hill, NC that range in price from $1,110 to $12,000. Greater Chapel Hill, Meadowmont and University Place are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Chapel Hill with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Greater Chapel Hill148$1,895$1,110
Meadowmont56$3,236$1,357
University Place41$2,446$1,110
Chapel Hill East30$3,536$1,110
Gimghoul Historic District29$3,310$1,110
Northside25$3,600$1,110
UNC Chapel Hill23$1,687$1,110
Cameron McCauley21$3,625$1,110
Estes19$3,650$1,110
Chapel Hill North18$3,777$1,877

Largest Available Chapel Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Chapel Hill, NC is found at Carraway Village in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood and is 2,864 square feet priced from $8,299. The Hartley at Blue Hill in the Downing Creek neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,692 square feet and currently listed start at $3,334. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Chapel Hill:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Carraway Village2.C5- Tower - PENTHOUSE2,864 Sq Ft$8,299
The Hartley at Blue HillC2B1,692 Sq Ft$3,334
Solano at Chapel HillC11,662 Sq Ft$2,525
Trilogy Chapel HillC11,661 Sq Ft$2,807
The Townhomes at Chapel Watch VillageFordham1,610 Sq Ft$2,937
The Apartments at Palladian PlaceC11,499 Sq Ft$2,470
Trinity at the Hill3TX1,487 Sq Ft$1,700
1701 NorthDean1,475 Sq Ft$2,500
The Morgan at Chapel HillC21,421 Sq Ft$2,012
Haven at Patterson PlaceC3ER1,403 Sq Ft$1,623

Cheapest Available Chapel Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of December 01, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Chapel Hill, NC is the C3R Model starting from $1,357 at Haven at Patterson Place in the Downtown Durham neighborhood. The second most affordable Chapel Hill 3 Bedroom is the 3x1 Biltmore Classic- Call for Availability Model at Crossings @ 501 starting at $1,425 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Chapel Hill is currently $2,739. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Chapel Hill:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Haven at Patterson PlaceC3R$1,357
Crossings @ 5013x1 Biltmore Classic- Call for Availability$1,425
Lenox at Patterson PlaceWindsor$1,519
Trinity at the Hill3A$1,550
Dobbins Hill Apartment Homes3 Bed 2 Bath$1,601
The Villages of Chapel HillThe Windsor - Three Bedroom Apartment Home$1,653
J 501 EstatesRome$1,665
Crosstown at Chapel Hill3A Renovation 2$1,675
Laurel Ridge ApartmentsKenan$1,700
Notting HillChaucer$1,701

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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 #10

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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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

Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Chapel Hill Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Chapel Hill with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Chapel Hill is at Haven at Patterson Place listed at $1,357.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Chapel Hill Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Chapel Hill is $2,739.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Chapel Hill Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chapel Hill is a 2,864 square feet unit starting from $8,299 at Carraway Village.

What is the average size for Chapel Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Chapel Hill is currently 1,846 sq ft.

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