
Apartments for Rent in the Clearwater Lake Neighborhood of Chapel Hill, NC (197 Rentals)


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The Reserve at Meadowmont Apartments and Townhomes

Kingswood - Students save up to 10%!

Link Apartments® Calyx

Carolina Square

Environs Lofts at East 54

University Apartments Chapel Hill

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The Morgan at Chapel Hill

Link Apartments® Linden

Trinity Court Apartments
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Union Chapel Hill

Glen Lennox Apartments

Laurel Ridge Apartments

University Commons

Shortbread Lofts

102 Mallard Ct

303 Smith Level Rd, Unit A23

400 W Rosemary St, Unit 206

304 Umstead Dr, Unit Upstairs Master Bedroom

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502 Whitaker Street, Unit B
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404 Pittsboro, Unit 1

434 Summerwalk Cir, Unit 434

303 Smith Level Rd, Unit C11

303 Smith Level Rd, Unit E23

303 Smith Level Rd, Unit 32

223 Barclay Road

1416 Old Lystra Rd, Unit 3

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500 W Rosemary St, Unit SI ID1300722P

1416 Old Lystra Rd, Unit 6

Room in Condo on Finley Forest Dr
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324 Glendale Dr

907 Oak Tree Dr

109 Howell St

445 McCauley St

706 Sykes St

139 Purefoy Rd

407 S Merritt Mill Rd

506 Bayberry Dr

811 Kings Mill Rd

210 Purefoy Rd
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507 Pine Bluff Trail

700 Market St

701 Copperline Dr

108 Westgreen Dr

222 Ransom St

318 McCauley St

3409 Environ Way

2201 Environ Way

180 Summerwalk Cir

303 Smith Level Rd
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Clearwater Lake, Chapel Hill, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clearwater Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clearwater Lake Studio Apartments | $1,240 | $950 | $1,776 |
| Clearwater Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,467 | $850 | $3,561 |
| Clearwater Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,674 | $1,050 | $3,051 |
| Clearwater Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,075 | $1,395 | $6,896 |
| Clearwater Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,594 | $1,310 | $2,330 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Clearwater Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,772 | $1,125 | $2,700 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,392 | $1,695 | $4,200 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,930 | $650 | $3,900 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $3,700 | $3,700 | $3,700 |
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There are currently 197 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Clearwater Lake Neighborhood of Chapel Hill, NC.
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Luxury Living Rating
This submarket is now ranked as one of the best luxury communities in town, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, on-site concierge services, gardens, nearby parks, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, sports like tennis and raquetball, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Clearwater Lake
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Clearwater Lake area of Chapel Hill, NC?
As of today, July 29, 2026, there are currently 197 available Clearwater Lake apartments priced from $850 to $6,896, with an average monthly rent of $1,656.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Clearwater Lake Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Clearwater Lake ranges from $850 to $3,561 with an average monthly rent of $1,467.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Clearwater Lake cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Clearwater Lake range from $1,050 to $3,051. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,674.
How expensive are Clearwater Lake Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 32 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Clearwater Lake on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,395 to $6,896 - averaging $2,075 for the location.
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