Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Chapel Hill East Neighborhood of Chapel Hill, NC from $425 (47 Rentals)

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Shadowood
$1,087 - $1,749
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Shadowood

110 Piney Mountain RdChapel Hill, NC 27514
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property at 104 Bay Colony Ct

$1,200

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$1,200

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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104 Bay Colony Ct

Chapel HillNC27517

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The Hartley at Blue Hill
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$1,353 - $4,094
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The Hartley at Blue Hill

625 S Elliott RdChapel Hill, NC 27517
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Sunstone Apartments
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$1,379 - $2,059
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Sunstone Apartments

208 Conner DrChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Notting Hill
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$1,416 - $3,884
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Notting Hill

100 Drew Hill LnChapel Hill, NC 27514
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900 Willow
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$1,500 - $4,298
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900 Willow

900 Willow DrChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Trustee Corner
Studio Apartments

Trustee Corner

115 N Merritt Mill RdChapel Hill, NC 27516

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$1,000 - $1,500

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1002 Willow Dr

Chapel HillNC27514
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Timber Hollow
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Timber Hollow

101 Timber Hollow CtChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Chapel View
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Chapel View

2701 Homestead RdChapel Hill, NC 27516
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Rise Chapel Hill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rise Chapel Hill

200 Westminster DrChapel Hill, NC 27514
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property at 500 Umstead Dr

$1,250 - $1,325

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500 Umstead Dr

Chapel HillNC27516
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612 Hillsborough
2 Bedroom Apartments

612 Hillsborough

612 Hillsborough StChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Avana 55Twelve
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$1,287 - $7,237
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Avana 55Twelve

5512 Sunlight DrDurham, NC 27707
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Kelby Farms
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$1,426 - $2,543
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Kelby Farms

1122 Medlin RdDurham, NC 27707
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Chapel Hill East, Chapel Hill, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Chapel Hill East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Chapel Hill East area of Chapel Hill, NC is a Studio unit found at Link Apartments® Calyx priced from $950. Nova Chapel Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $985. Here are the most affordable Chapel Hill East apartments for rent in Chapel Hill, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Link Apartments® CalyxS1Studio,1BA$950
Nova Chapel HillRedwood1BR,1BA$985
Estes Park - Students Save Up To 10%!Grove at Estes Park1BR,1BA$1,075
ShadowoodThe Oak1BR,1BA$1,087
Glen Lennox Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$1,095
Chapel ViewThe Franklin1BR,1BA$1,183
Link Apartments® LindenA21BR,1BA$1,250
Rise Chapel HillA1 Classic1BR,1BA$1,270
Avana 55TwelveA21BR,1BA$1,287
Chapel Ridge1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1,299

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chapel Hill East, NC

As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Chapel Hill East area is the $1.12 price per square foot 502 Whitaker Street Model at 502 Whitaker Street, Unit B in the in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Chapel Hill East apartment is the 3x2 Model at Trinity Court Apartments starting at $1,850 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chapel Hill East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
502 Whitaker Street, Unit B502 Whitaker Street3BR,1BA$1.12
Trinity Court Apartments3x23BR,2BA$1.55
Regent PlaceB62BR,1.5BA$1.65
The Reserve at Meadowmont Apartments and TownhomesTwo Bedroom One Bath 2BR,1BA$1.79
PineGate - Students save up to 10%!Maple2BR,2BA$1.49
Cosgrove HillA11BR,1BA$1.62
Avana 55TwelveA21BR,1BA$1.51
Rise Chapel HillA1 Classic1BR,1BA$1.81
Chapel ViewThe Franklin1BR,1BA$1.70
Nova Chapel HillRedwood1BR,1BA$1.47

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Chapel Hill East, Chapel Hill, NC

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Chapel Hill East, Chapel Hill, and the greater Chapel Hill area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment communities for the kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chapel Hill East Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Chapel Hill East?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Chapel Hill East is at Link Apartments® Calyx listed at $950.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chapel Hill East Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chapel Hill East Apartment is $985 at Nova Chapel Hill.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chapel Hill East Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chapel Hill East is starting from $1,160 at Estes Park - Students Save Up To 10%!.

What is the most affordable Chapel Hill East Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Chapel Hill East Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Glen Lennox Apartments and starts from $1,364.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.