Studio Apartments for Rent in Chapel Hill, NC (32 Rentals)

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Trustee Corner
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Trustee Corner

115 N Merritt Mill RdChapel Hill, NC 27516
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Azalea Estates
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Azalea Estates

700 N Estes DrChapel Hill, NC 27514
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East 54
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East 54

1340 Environ WayChapel Hill, NC 27517

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28 Davie Cir
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28 Davie Cir

28 Davie CirChapel Hill, NC 27514
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500 Shepherd Ln
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500 Shepherd Ln

500 Shepherd LnChapel Hill, NC 27514
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501 North St
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501 North St

501 North StChapel Hill, NC 27514
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1718-1722 Legion Rd
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1718-1722 Legion Rd

1718-1722 Legion RdChapel Hill, NC 27517
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213 E Franklin St
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213 E Franklin St

213 E Franklin StChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Rosemary Village
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Rosemary Village

400 W Rosemary StChapel Hill, NC 27516
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1-7 Amity Ct
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1-7 Amity Ct

1-7 Amity CtChapel Hill, NC 27516

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416 W Cameron Ave
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416 W Cameron Ave

416 W Cameron AveChapel Hill, NC 27516
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113 Purefoy Rd
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113 Purefoy Rd

113 Purefoy RdChapel Hill, NC 27514

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Hickory Downs
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Hickory Downs

4101 Five Oaks DrDurham, NC 27707

Chapel Hill, NC Local Guide

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Chapel Hill Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 13, 2025

There are currently 366 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Chapel Hill, NC that range in price from $834 to $3,200. Greater Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill East and Meadowmont are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Chapel Hill with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Greater Chapel Hill72$1,480$834
Chapel Hill East42$1,669$1,171
Meadowmont42$1,590$1,125
Cameron McCauley34$1,670$1,171
Estes34$1,670$1,171
Gimghoul Historic District34$1,658$1,171
Northside34$1,670$1,171
University Place34$1,658$1,171
UNC Chapel Hill31$1,670$1,171
Chapel Hill North8$1,705$1,391

Largest Available Chapel Hill Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Chapel Hill, NC is found at The Hartley at Blue Hill in the Downing Creek neighborhood and is 777 square feet priced from $1,848. Carraway Village in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 773 square feet and currently listed start at $1,645. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Chapel Hill:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Hartley at Blue HillS1L777 Sq Ft$1,848
Carraway VillageS2773 Sq Ft$1,645
900 WillowStudio-S1D585 Sq Ft$1,470
The Villages of Chapel HillS1575 Sq FtCall for Rates
Lenox at Patterson PlaceDover500 Sq Ft$1,025
Link Apartments® CalyxS1412 Sq Ft$1,171

Cheapest Available Chapel Hill Studio Apartments

As of September 13, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Chapel Hill, NC is the Dover Model starting from $1,025 at Lenox at Patterson Place in the South Durham neighborhood. The second most affordable Chapel Hill Studio is the S1 Model at Link Apartments® Calyx starting at $1,171 in the Downing Creek neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Chapel Hill is currently $1,600. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Chapel Hill:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Lenox at Patterson PlaceDover$1,025
Link Apartments® CalyxS1$1,171
Carraway VillageS1$1,394
900 WillowStudio-S1C$1,470
The Hartley at Blue HillS1E$1,633

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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 #9

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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 Studio Chapel Hill Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Chapel Hill with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Chapel Hill is at Lenox at Patterson Place listed at $1,025.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Chapel Hill is $1,600.

What is the largest available Studio Chapel Hill Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Chapel Hill is a 777 square feet unit starting from $1,848 at The Hartley at Blue Hill.

What is the average size for Chapel Hill Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Chapel Hill is currently 350 sq ft.

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