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303 Smith Level Rd
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207 Ashley Forest RdChapel Hill, NC 27514
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514 Hillsborough St
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303 Smith Level Rd, Unit 32
303 Smith Level Rd
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907 Oak Tree Dr
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55 Maxwell RdChapel Hill, NC 27517
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104 Bay Colony Ct
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Dobbins Hill Apartment Homes
1749-1B Dobbins DrChapel Hill, NC 27514
3290 S Columbia St
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$1,072 - $1,856
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Sunstone Apartments
208 Conner DrChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Glen Lennox Apartments
140 Hamilton RdChapel Hill, NC 27517
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Shadowood
110 Piney Mountain RdChapel Hill, NC 27514
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PineGate - Students save up to 10%!
100 Pinegate CirChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Kingswood - Students save up to 10%!
1105 Highway 54 BypassChapel Hill, NC 27516
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Laurel Ridge Apartments
1100 W Highway 54 BypChapel Hill, NC 27516
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Chapel Hill North
200 Perkins DrChapel Hill, NC 27514
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$1,165 - $1,5041 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 19
Sagebrook of Chapel Hill
103 Melville LoopChapel Hill, NC 27514
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1521 Partridgeberry Rd
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124 Wild Primrose Ln, Unit 124
124 Wild Primrose Ln
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University Apartments Chapel Hill
600 Martin Luther King Jr BlvdChapel Hill, NC 27514
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$1,298 - $3,179
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Crosstown at Chapel Hill
6123 Farrington RdChapel Hill, NC 27517
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Blu on Farrington
5840 Farrington RdChapel Hill, NC 27517
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Carraway Village
600 Carraway XingChapel Hill, NC 27516
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Atlas Blue Hill
1301 Fordham BlvdChapel Hill, NC 27514
207 Ashley Forest Rd, Unit 207
207 Ashley Forest Rd
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Environs Lofts at East 54
5000 Environ WayChapel Hill, NC 27517
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$1,370 - $3,704
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Overture Chapel Hill
5910 Farrington RdChapel Hill, NC 27517
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Trilogy Chapel Hill
1000 Novus LnChapel Hill, NC 27514
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$1,412 - $4,137
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The Hartley at Blue Hill
625 S Elliott RdChapel Hill, NC 27517
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Franklin Woods - Students: Save up to 10%!
1521 E Franklin StChapel Hill, NC 27514
1617 Old Oxford Rd
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1701 North
1701 Martin Luther King Jr BlvdChapel Hill, NC 27516
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Link Apartments® Linden
411 Flemington RdChapel Hill, NC 27514
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The Apartments at Midtown 501
545 Ashley CtChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Bell Chapel Hill
1300 Fordham BlvdChapel Hill, NC 27514
34 N Circle Dr
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207 Purefoy Rd
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$1,488 - $2,283
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The Morgan at Chapel Hill
100 Spring Meadow DrChapel Hill, NC 27517
93 Lystra Hills Ln
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$1,500 - $4,049
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900 Willow
900 Willow DrChapel Hill, NC 27514
2214 Daley Rd
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Elliot Wood Apartments
106 N Elliott RdChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Trustee Corner
115 N Merritt Mill RdChapel Hill, NC 27516
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The Ramsey
201 Howell StChapel Hill, NC 27514
107A Stinson St Ext
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Landings at Winmore Apartments
100 Andys LnChapel Hill, NC 27516
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Timber Hollow
101 Timber Hollow CtChapel Hill, NC 27514
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Chapel Hill Studio Apartments | $1,498 | $950 | $2,312 |
| Cheap Chapel Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,656 | $650 | $4,834 |
| Cheap Chapel Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $900 | $5,337 |
| Cheap Chapel Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,653 | $1,095 | $9,323 |
| Cheap Chapel Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,487 | $1,295 | $5,180 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chapel Hill, NC
Pricing Updated: 09/17/2026Current apartment rentals in the Chapel Hill, NC area range in price from $650 to $14,512 with an overall median price of $1,737. The three Chapel Hill neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Southern Village at $1,395, Downtown Chapel Hill at $1,407, and UNC Chapel Hill at $1,465. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Chapel Hill Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Village | $1,395 | $950 | 138 |
| Downtown Chapel Hill | $1,407 | $995 | 23 |
| UNC Chapel Hill | $1,465 | $800 | 146 |
| Greater Chapel Hill | $1,599 | $650 | 1675 |
| University Place | $1,755 | $650 | 610 |
| Northside | $1,758 | $650 | 574 |
| Gimghoul Historic District | $1,793 | $650 | 563 |
| Cameron McCauley | $1,794 | $950 | 573 |
| Meadowmont | $1,808 | $650 | 614 |
| Chapel Hill East | $1,811 | $650 | 611 |
Cheapest Available Chapel Hill Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Chapel Hill, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Crossings @ 501 Apartments in the Downtown Durham neighborhood priced from $900. Berkshire 54 in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $910. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chapel Hill apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crossings @ 501 Apartments | Creekview Classic - Call for Availability | 1BR, 1BA | $900 |
| Berkshire 54 | Barrington R2 | 1BR, 1BA | $910 |
| The Ramsey | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $950 |
| Link Apartments® Calyx | S1 | Studio, 1BA | $950 |
| The Villages of Chapel Hill | The Brighton - Cozy Studio Apartment Home | Studio, 1BA | $958 |
| Glenbrook East and West | The Brightleaf GW 700 | 1BR, 1BA | $977 |
| Nova Chapel Hill | Redwood | 1BR, 1BA | $980 |
| Poplar Place | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $997 |
| West End Flats | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1,013 |
| Dobbins Hill Apartment Homes | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,019 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chapel Hill, NC
As of September 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chapel Hill area is the $1.30 price per square foot 7BR/3.0BA Model at 503 N. Greensboro in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Chapel Hill apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at The Ramsey in the Govenors Village neighborhood starting at $950 with a $0.60 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chapel Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 503 N. Greensboro | 7BR/3.0BA | 7BR, 3BA | $1.30 |
| The Ramsey | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $0.60 |
| 502 Whitaker Street, Unit B | 502 Whitaker Street | 3BR, 1BA | $1.10 |
| J501 Estates | Barcelona | 2BR, 2BA | $1.39 |
| Poplar Place | B1 | 2BR, 1BA | $1.32 |
| Carolina - Students save up to 10%! | Hatteras | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.42 |
| West End Flats | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.27 |
| Berkshire 54 | Barington | 1BR, 1BA | $1.24 |
| Laurel Ridge Apartments | Laurel | 1BR, 1BA | $1.41 |
| Chateau Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.31 |
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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, NCPopulation: 60,988
Ranked #618
in US Census Population by City
Best Local Schools in Chapel Hill, NC
Glenwood Elementary
Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (394)
10 out of 10
East Chapel Hill High
Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1387)
9 out of 10
Guy Phillips Middle School
Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (597)
9 out of 10
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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 $1,019.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chapel Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Chapel Hill is Crossings @ 501 Apartments which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Chapel Hill costs $1,737.
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 2,917 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 $808 which is $929 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Chapel Hill.
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