
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Chapel Hill Neighborhood of Chapel Hill, NC from $700 (8 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Chapel Hill area of Chapel Hill.


Trustee Corner

408 M.L.K. Jr Blvd

106 Basnight Ln
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612 Hillsborough

Estes Park - Students Save Up To 10%!

309 Broad St
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Downtown Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Chapel Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Chapel Hill Studio Apartments | $2,503 | $1,728 | $3,278 |
| Downtown Chapel Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,685 | $768 | $3,688 |
| Downtown Chapel Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,329 | $884 | $4,868 |
| Downtown Chapel Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,781 | $1,110 | $6,377 |
| Downtown Chapel Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,238 | $1,095 | $7,236 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Chapel Hill Neighborhood of Chapel Hill, NC.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Chapel Hill Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estes Park - Students Save Up To 10%! | Grove at Estes Park | 1BR,1BA | $1,060 |
| University Apartments Chapel Hill | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chapel Hill, NC
As of March 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Chapel Hill area is the $0.94 price per square foot C1 Model at Shortbread Lofts in the in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood starting from $1,140. The second greatest value Downtown Chapel Hill apartment is the B2 Model at Union Chapel Hill starting at $1,565 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Chapel Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shortbread Lofts | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.94 |
| Union Chapel Hill | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.93 |
| Estes Park - Students Save Up To 10%! | Grove at Estes Park | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| University Apartments Chapel Hill | 1 Bedroom One Bathroom - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Chapel Hill Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Chapel Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Chapel Hill is Estes Park - Students Save Up To 10%! which is listed at $1,060, while the average apartment in Downtown Chapel Hill costs $1,728.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Chapel Hill?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 36 regular apartments in Downtown Chapel Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.