
Homes for Rent in Chapel Hill, NC Under $1,500 (42 Rentals)


129 Forsyth Dr

114 Kingsbury Dr

103 Schultz St

1705 Smith Level Rd

130 Kingsbury Dr

143 Brookberry Cir

207 Ashley Forest Rd, Unit 207
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180 Summerwalk Cir

1513 E Franklin St

108 Ephesus Church Rd

433 Northside Dr

1416 Old Lystra Rd, Unit 3

1416 Old Lystra Rd, Unit 6

249 Schultz St

1412 Old Lystra Rd, Unit 3
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475 Cedar Lake Rd

243 Cedar Terrace Rd

500 Umstead Dr

114 Wild Primrose Ln

303 Homestead Rd

2 Shepherd Ln

7 Shepherd Ln

1002 Willow Dr
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D2 Shepherd Ln

135 Kingsbury Dr

Room in Condo on M.L.K. Jr Blvd

210 Purefoy Rd

Room in Condo on Finley Forest Dr

44 Davie Cir

Room in Townhome on Governors Dr

303 Smith Level Rd, Unit 32
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Room in Townhome on Philip's Square

304 Umstead Dr

303 Smith Level Rd, Unit E23

303 Smith Level Rd, Unit C11

303 Smith Level Rd, Unit A23

121 Westview Dr, Unit 50

700 N Greensboro St

124 Fidelity St
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304 Cedarwood Ln

108 Pine St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Chapel Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel Hill 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,673 | $1,125 | $2,700 |
| Chapel Hill 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,346 | $1,695 | $4,200 |
| Chapel Hill 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,072 | $650 | $5,000 |
| Chapel Hill 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,798 | $3,400 | $4,295 |
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Chapel Hill, NCPopulation: 60,988
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chapel Hill
What type of rentals are currently available in Chapel Hill?
There are currently 181 Apartments for Rent in Chapel Hill, NC with pricing that ranges from $843 to $9,122. There are also 142 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Chapel Hill ranging from $550 to $5,000.
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 $550 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,142.
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 $1,395 to $9,122, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,695 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,310.
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