
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downing Creek Neighborhood of Chapel Hill, NC from $900 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downing Creek area of Chapel Hill.


204 Celeste Cir

Glen Lennox North

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Sunstone Apartments

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Crosstown at Chapel Hill

Link Apartments® Calyx
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The Morgan at Chapel Hill

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The Sawyer

Southpoint Estate Apartments

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Downing Creek, Chapel Hill, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downing Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downing Creek Studio Apartments | $1,453 | $1,227 | $2,424 |
| Downing Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,641 | $999 | $3,561 |
| Downing Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,973 | $1,085 | $3,550 |
| Downing Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,281 | $1,290 | $7,649 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downing Creek Neighborhood of Chapel Hill, NC.
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Cheapest Available Downing Creek Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downing Creek area of Durham, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Glen Lennox North priced from $1,085. Southpoint Estate Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,096. Here are the most affordable Downing Creek apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glen Lennox North | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath A | 2BR,1BA | $1,085 |
| Southpoint Estate Apartments | A1/A2 - The Riley | 1BR,1BA | $1,096 |
| The Sawyer | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Sunstone Apartments | The Citrine | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Crosstown at Chapel Hill | 1B Renovation 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,168 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downing Creek, NC
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downing Creek area is the $1.69 price per square foot One Bedroom with Sunroom Model at The Reserve at Meadowmont Apartments and Townhomes in the in the Downing Creek neighborhood starting from $1,607. The second greatest value Downing Creek apartment is the A2 Model at Morgan Reserve starting at $1,552 with a $1.71 price per square foot in the Downing Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downing Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reserve at Meadowmont Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom with Sunroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Morgan Reserve | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Southpoint Estate Apartments | A1/A2 - The Riley | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Sawyer | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Franklin Woods - Students: Save up to 10%! | Rosemary | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| The Morgan at Chapel Hill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Glen Lennox North | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath A | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Sunstone Apartments | The Opal | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Crosstown at Chapel Hill | 1A Renovation 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Lodge at Southpoint | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downing Creek Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downing Creek?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downing Creek is at Link Apartments® Calyx listed at $1,227.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downing Creek Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downing Creek Apartment is $1,096 at Southpoint Estate Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downing Creek Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downing Creek is starting from $1,085 at Glen Lennox North.
What is the most affordable Downing Creek Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downing Creek Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Southpoint Estate Apartments and starts from $1,475.
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