Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Chapel Hill Neighborhood of Chapel Hill, NC from $1,300 (4 Rentals)

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Downtown Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chapel Hill, NC

As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Chapel Hill area is the $1.49 price per square foot Hatteras Model at Carolina - Students save up to 10%! in the in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood starting from $1,370. The second greatest value Downtown Chapel Hill apartment is the B2 Model at Union Chapel Hill starting at $1,405 with a $1.74 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Carolina - Students save up to 10%!Hatteras2BR,1.5BA$1.49
Union Chapel HillB22BR,2BA$1.74
Kingswood - Students save up to 10%!Tar Heel2BR,1BA$1.66
PineGate - Students save up to 10%!Cypress1BR,1BA$1.91
Ridgewood - Students save up to 10%!Melrose1BR,1BA$2.18
Estes Park - Students save up to 10%!Grove at Estes Park1BR,1BA$2.10
Royal Park - Students save up to 10%!Barnes1BR,1BA$2.12
University Apartments Chapel Hill1 Bedroom One Bathroom - Renovated1BR,1BA$2.75
Link Apartments® CalyxS1-AStudio ,1BA$3.19

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Chapel Hill

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Chapel Hill?

There are currently 52 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Chapel Hill, NC with pricing that ranges from $1,135 to $3,468. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Chapel Hill ranging from $1,300 to $5,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Chapel Hill?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Chapel Hill ranges from $1,300 to $5,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,763.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Chapel Hill?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Chapel Hill range from $1,240 to $2,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $2,199. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,225.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.