
Apartments for Rent with Specials in Chapel Hill, NC (43 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.


Carraway Village

Aura Booth Park

900 Willow

Bell Chapel Hill

Blu on Farrington

Berkshire Chapel Hill

Booker Creek - Students save up to 10%!

Franklin Woods - Students: Save up to 10%!

Solano at Chapel Hill
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The Morgan at Chapel Hill

Environs Lofts at East 54

Aura Fifty4

Trilogy Chapel Hill

The Hartley at Blue Hill

Crosstown at Chapel Hill

The Apartments at Midtown 501

Rise Chapel Hill

Shadowood

Sagebrook of Chapel Hill
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Notting Hill

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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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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

Haven at Patterson Place
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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 | $1,511 | $958 | $3,278 |
| Chapel Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,590 | $864 | $3,688 |
| Chapel Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,948 | $969 | $5,139 |
| Chapel Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $2,729 | $1,110 | $7,999 |
| Chapel Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $2,312 | $1,095 | $7,236 |
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Top Apartments in Chapel Hill, NC with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 01-08-2026Take 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!
Notting Hill
Up to Two Weeks Free Base Rent. A 1518-month lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 01-08-2026
The Apartments at Midtown 501
Up To One Month Free!Expires 01-08-2026
Franklin Woods - Students: Save up to 10%!
$750 OFF your first full month of rent! Must apply by January 7th! STUDENTS – Save up to 10% off! *Student deals cannot be combined with other specials. *Specials apply to new residents only. Conditions applyExpires 01-09-2026
The Morgan at Chapel Hill
Move in by 1.15.26 - 2 MONTHS FREE* (*Base Rent. Select floorplans) 1/2 OFF App/Admn Fees & $500 Gift Card. Terms/conditions & other fees apply.Expires 01-09-2026
Shadowood
"Receive 1 month free on 1 beds if you move in before 12/15/25"Expires 01-09-2026
Trilogy Chapel Hill
ONE & TWO BEDROOM SPECIAL! Receive 1 Month FREE!* *Available on select apartment homes. 12–15 month lease required. Certain restrictions apply.Expires 01-09-2026
Aura Booth Park
Now Preleasing with up to 2 month's free base rent. Schedule your hard-hat tour today. *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 01-09-2026
Rise Chapel Hill
$300 OFF RENT FOR FIRST 3 MONTHS OF LEASE! $25 App & Admin Fees! Must move in by 1/25.Expires 01-09-2026
Environs Lofts at East 54
Modern Loft Living- One bedrooms starting at $1,687!Expires 01-09-2026
Solano at Chapel Hill
Receive up to One Month Free! *Select units only, hurry in today!Expires 01-09-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Chapel Hill, NC
Specials updated: 01-08-2026Here 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
Crosstown at Chapel Hill
Two Months Free! *Apply by 1/13/26, 12-month lease term. Inquire for more details.Expires 01-09-2026
The Hartley at Blue Hill
Apply now and receive one month's rent FREE on currently available apartments!Expires 01-09-2026
Aura Fifty4
New Year. New Keys. New Savings. Up to 8 Weeks Free! *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 01-09-2026
900 Willow
Lease today and receive 8 Weeks Free Rent! *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 01-09-2026
Blu on Farrington
Rent today and receive up to 1 month free on select apartment homes. Please contact for full details!Expires 01-09-2026
The Morgan at Chapel Hill
Move in by 1.15.26 - 2 MONTHS FREE* (*Base Rent. Select floorplans) 1/2 OFF App/Admn Fees & $500 Gift Card. Terms/conditions & other fees apply.Expires 01-09-2026
Shadowood
"Receive 1 month free on 1 beds if you move in before 12/15/25"Expires 01-09-2026
Trilogy Chapel Hill
ONE & TWO BEDROOM SPECIAL! Receive 1 Month FREE!* *Available on select apartment homes. 12–15 month lease required. Certain restrictions apply.Expires 01-09-2026
Aura Booth Park
Now Preleasing with up to 2 month's free base rent. Schedule your hard-hat tour today. *Restrictions May ApplyExpires 01-09-2026
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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 $1,843.
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 657 sq ft.
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