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725 S Merritt Mill Rd

124 Fidelity St

400 Davie Rd

124 Wild Primrose Ln, Unit 124
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400 W Rosemary St

121 Westview Dr

105 Fidelity St, Unit A38

500 Umstead Dr

109 Weatherstone Dr

420 Whitehead Cir

475 Cedar Lake Rd
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220 Elizabeth St

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107 New Cooper Square

116 St Andrews Ln
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1416 Old Lystra Rd

151 Schultz St

147 Schultz St
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8722 Rollingwood Rd

108 Ephesus Church Rd

875 M.L.K. Jr Blvd

7211 Union Grove Church Rd
Chapel Hill, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Chapel Hill?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Chapel Hill 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,736 | $1,295 | $3,500 |
Chapel Hill 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,401 | $1,500 | $4,500 |
Chapel Hill 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,787 | $1,750 | $4,000 |
Chapel Hill 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,900 | $2,900 | $2,900 |
Chapel Hill 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,075 | $3,475 | $6,950 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Chapel Hill, NC
Pricing Updated: 09/10/2025Current apartment rentals in the Chapel Hill, NC area range in price from $859 to $12,305 with an overall median price of $2,528. The three Chapel Hill neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Governors Club at $1,595, Southern Village at $949, and Cameron McCauley at $949. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Chapel Hill Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Governors Club | $1,595 | $1,595 | 1 |
Southern Village | $1,792 | $949 | 142 |
Cameron McCauley | $1,899 | $949 | 266 |
Greater Chapel Hill | $1,965 | $859 | 1302 |
Northside | $2,019 | $949 | 278 |
Meadowmont | $2,108 | $990 | 357 |
UNC Chapel Hill | $2,123 | $958 | 208 |
University Place | $2,123 | $990 | 285 |
Gimghoul Historic District | $2,279 | $958 | 261 |
Chapel Hill East | $2,671 | $990 | 272 |
Cheapest Available Chapel Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chapel Hill, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Carolina Spring Senior Apartments in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood priced from $849. The Villages of Chapel Hill in the Lafayette neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $958. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chapel Hill apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Carolina Spring Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
The Villages of Chapel Hill | S1 | Studio,1BA | $958 |
Crossings @ 501 | 1x1 Creekview Classic- Call for Availability | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
West End Flats | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $988 |
Nova Chapel Hill | Redwood | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chapel Hill, NC
As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chapel Hill area is the $1.46 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Dobbins Hill Apartment Homes in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Chapel Hill apartment is the B2 Model at LYV Chapel Hill starting at $1,525 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chapel Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Dobbins Hill Apartment Homes | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.46 |
LYV Chapel Hill | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
Rock Creek Apartments | Sycamore | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
Berkshire 54 | Cranwell | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
Avana 55Twelve | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
Collins Crossing | b20b | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
Laurel Ridge Apartments | Laurel | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Chateau Apartments - New | 1x1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
The Bailey Apartments | A1 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Nova Chapel Hill | Redwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
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Chapel Hill, NCPopulation: 60,988
Ranked #618
in US Census Population by City
Pet Friendly LifestyleChapel Hill, NC
Ranked #9
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Chapel Hill, NC
Glenwood Elementary
East Chapel Hill High
Guy Phillips Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chapel Hill
What type of rentals are currently available in Chapel Hill?
There are currently 166 Apartments for Rent in Chapel Hill, NC with pricing that ranges from $879 to $11,759. There are also 80 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chapel Hill ranging from $850 to $6,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Chapel Hill?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Chapel Hill ranges from $850 to $6,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,681.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Chapel Hill?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Chapel Hill range from $1,350 to $11,759, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,225.
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