Cheap Homes for Rent in Estes Neighborhood of Chapel Hill, NC from $700 (7 Rentals)

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property at 371 Umstead Dr

371 Umstead Dr

Chapel HillNC27516

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property at 400 Davie Rd

400 Davie Rd

CarrboroNC27510

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Estes, Chapel Hill, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Estes Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Estes area of Chapel Hill, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Shadowood priced from $961. Royal Park - Students save up to 10%! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,070. Here are the most affordable Estes apartments for rent in Chapel Hill, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
ShadowoodThe Oak1BR,1BA$961
Royal Park - Students save up to 10%!Barnes1BR,1BA$1,070
Glen Lennox Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath A2BR,1BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Estes, NC

As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Estes area is the $1.61 price per square foot B6 Model at Cosgrove Hill in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $2,241. The second greatest value Estes apartment is the C1 Model at The Apartments at Midtown 501 starting at $2,019 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the Sayward Drive neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Estes apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cosgrove HillB62BR,2BA$1.61
The Apartments at Midtown 501C13BR,2BA$1.76
Sunstone ApartmentsThe Ruby2BR,2BA$1.70
Carolina - Students save up to 10%!Hatteras2BR,1.5BA$1.51
106 Fidelity/109 W Poplar2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.56
Glen Lennox Apartments3 Bedroom 1 Bath A3BR,1BA$1.59
Collins Crossingb20b2BR,2BA$1.49
Laurel Ridge ApartmentsLaurel1BR,1BA$1.40
Kingswood - Students save up to 10%!Tar Heel2BR,1BA$1.65
River View1A1BR,1BA$1.66

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Estes, Chapel Hill, NC

Ranked #10

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Estes

What type of rentals are currently available in Estes?

There are currently 98 Apartments for Rent in Estes, NC with pricing that ranges from $1,020 to $13,574. There are also 25 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Estes ranging from $700 to $3,475.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Estes?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Estes ranges from $700 to $3,475 with an average monthly rent of $2,072.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Estes?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Estes range from $1,350 to $13,574, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,225.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Written by: Trey Huguley

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.