
Apartments for Rent in Chapel Hill, NC Under $1,200 (54 Rentals)


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University Commons

2 Shepherd Ln

7 Shepherd Ln

1002 Willow Dr

D2 Shepherd Ln

250 S Estes Dr, Unit 80

Short Term Furnished Luxury Studio

216 Ridge Trl

108 Ephesus Church Rd
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135 Kingsbury Dr

6 Shepherd Ln

210 Purefoy Rd

907 Oak Tree Dr

303 Smith Level Rd, Unit 32

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303 Smith Level Rd, Unit E23

303 Smith Level Rd, Unit B14

303 Smith Level Rd, Unit B34-D

303 Smith Level Rd, Unit C11
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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 Under $1200 | $1,509 | $958 | $2,852 |
| Chapel Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,697 | $843 | $5,138 |
| Chapel Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,018 | $1,031 | $4,493 |
| Chapel Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,610 | $1,140 | $9,213 |
| Chapel Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,555 | $1,140 | $2,330 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chapel Hill
How much are Studio apartments in Chapel Hill?
There are currently 34 Studio Apartments in Chapel Hill with rent ranges from $958 to $2,852 with an average price of $1,509.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Chapel Hill Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Chapel Hill ranges from $843 to $5,138 with an average monthly rent of $1,697.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Chapel Hill cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Chapel Hill range from $1,031 to $4,493. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,018.
How expensive are Chapel Hill Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 74 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Chapel Hill on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,140 to $9,213 - averaging $2,610 for the location.
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