
Apartments for Rent with Specials in Chapel Hill, NC (46 Rentals)
Apartments in Chapel Hill with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.


The Reserve at Meadowmont Apartments and Townhomes

Carraway Village

900 Willow

Link Apartments® Calyx

Bell Chapel Hill

Blu on Farrington

Berkshire Chapel Hill

Booker Creek - Students save up to 10%!

Franklin Woods - Students: Save up to 10%!
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Solano at Chapel Hill

Environs Lofts at East 54

Aura Booth Park

The Morgan at Chapel Hill

Aura Fifty4

Trilogy Chapel Hill

The Hartley at Blue Hill

Crosstown at Chapel Hill

Rise Chapel Hill

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Sagebrook of Chapel Hill

University Apartments Chapel Hill

Union Chapel Hill

Laurel Ridge Apartments

Lenox at Patterson Place

Estes Park - Students Save Up To 10%!

Carolina - Students save up to 10%!

Royal Park - Students save up to 10%!

Ridgewood - Students save up to 10%!
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The Villages of Chapel Hill

Kelby Farms

The Reserve at Patterson Place

J 501 Estates

MAA Patterson

The Bailey Apartments

Nova Chapel Hill

The Apartments at Palladian Place

Crossings @ 501

Autumn Woods
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Haven at Patterson Place

Collins Crossing

West End Flats

Realm at Patterson Place

River View
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chapel Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel Hill Studio Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,521 | $958 | $3,278 |
| Chapel Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,577 | $864 | $3,688 |
| Chapel Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,916 | $1,026 | $4,868 |
| Chapel Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $2,672 | $1,110 | $7,799 |
| Chapel Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $2,261 | $1,095 | $7,236 |
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Top Apartments in Chapel Hill, NC with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 01-26-2026Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Chapel Hill, NC apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Sagebrook of Chapel Hill
Happy Holidays! Apply now to save up to 4 weeks free. Restrictions apply. Call today to book your tour!Expires 01-25-2026
Booker Creek - Students save up to 10%!
FIRST FULL MONTH FREE! Must apply by February 4th & Move-in by February 28th! STUDENTS – Save up to 10% off! *Student deals cannot be combined with other specials. *Specials apply to new residents only. Conditions applyExpires 01-25-2026
Berkshire Chapel Hill
Our summer waitlist is now LIVE! Select your favorite floor plan to move-in between May through August. Contract us for more details!Expires 01-25-2026
900 Willow
Lease today and receive 8 Weeks Free Rent! *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 01-25-2026
Blu on Farrington
Rent today and receive up to 1 month free on select apartment homes. Please contact for full details!Expires 01-25-2026
Bell Chapel Hill
Start the new year with your new home at Bell Chapel Hill with TWO Months' Rent FREE!! Lease any available apartment home to receive your first two full months' rent FREE!! (minimum 12-month lease.) Must take possession of the apartment by 2/28/2026. Please contact your leasing consultant for details.Expires 01-25-2026
Carraway Village
Receive One Month FREE!*Expires 01-25-2026
Link Apartments® Linden
1 Month free! On qualifying lease terms. Call now for more details Specials not available for current transferring residents See your leasing specialists for more details on promotions and availability - we look forward to welcoming you home!Expires 01-25-2026
Link Apartments® Calyx
One Month Free! *Some Restrictions Apply. Contact Our leasing team to learn more. Specials not available for current transferring residents See your leasing specialists for more details on promotions and availability we look forward to welcoming you home!Expires 01-25-2026
PineGate - Students save up to 10%!
FIRST FULL MONTH FREE on select apartment homes! Must apply by February 4th & Move-in by February 28th! STUDENTS – Save up to 10% off! *Student deals cannot be combined with other specials. *Specials apply to new residents only. Conditions applyExpires 01-25-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Chapel Hill, NC
Specials updated: 01-26-2026Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Chapel Hill, NC. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Union Chapel Hill
Lease for Spring 2026 (Immediate Move-In Special) and receive July '26 rent free. This amount will be equal to the base rent listed.Expires 06-01-2026
Rise Chapel Hill
$300 OFF RENT FOR FIRST 3 MONTHS OF LEASE! $25 App & Admin Fees! Must move in by 1/25.Expires 01-26-2026
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Best Local Schools in Chapel Hill, NC
Morris Grove Elementary
East Chapel Hill High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Chapel Hill Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Chapel Hill?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Chapel Hill is at Crossings @ 501 listed at $900.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Chapel Hill Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Chapel Hill is $1,866.
What is the largest Rent Specials Chapel Hill Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Chapel Hill is a 2,864 square feet unit starting from $1,261 at Carraway Village.
What is the average size for Chapel Hill Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Chapel Hill is currently at 646 sq ft.
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