Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Chapel Hill Neighborhood of Chapel Hill, NC from $400 (121 Rentals)

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property at 303 Smith Level Rd

$775

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jan 1, 2027

303 Smith Level Rd, Unit 32

303 Smith Level Rd
Chapel HillNC27516
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Shadowood
$1,001 - $1,735
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Shadowood

110 Piney Mountain RdChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Sunstone Apartments
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$1,142 - $2,014
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Sunstone Apartments

208 Conner DrChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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The Hartley at Blue Hill
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$1,339 - $4,094
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The Hartley at Blue Hill

625 S Elliott RdChapel Hill, NC 27517
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Notting Hill
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$1,359 - $3,926
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$1,359 - $3,926

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Notting Hill

100 Drew Hill LnChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Overture Chapel Hill
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$1,370 - $4,275
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Overture Chapel Hill

5910 Farrington RdChapel Hill, NC 27517
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900 Willow
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$1,500 - $4,223
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900 Willow

900 Willow DrChapel Hill, NC 27514
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Aura Fifty4
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$1,529 - $3,154
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Aura Fifty4

5580 Farrington RdChapel Hill, NC 27517
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property at 147 Schultz St

$1,550

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2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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147 Schultz St

Chapel HillNC27514
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Trustee Corner
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Trustee Corner

115 N Merritt Mill RdChapel Hill, NC 27516
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Timber Hollow
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Timber Hollow

101 Timber Hollow CtChapel Hill, NC 27514
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Chapel View
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2701 Homestead RdChapel Hill, NC 27516
property at 1002 Willow Dr

$1,200 - $1,600

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1002 Willow Dr

Chapel HillNC27514

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Outer Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer Chapel Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Chapel Hill area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Berkshire 54 priced from $910. Pinewood Station has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $986. Here are the most affordable Outer Chapel Hill apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Berkshire 54Barrington R21BR,1BA$910
Pinewood StationA31BR,1BA$986
ShadowoodThe Oak1BR,1BA$994
West End Flats2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,043
Chateau ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,049
The Villages of Chapel HillThe Westchester - Two Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$1,050
Estes Park - Students Save Up To 10%!Grove at Estes Park1BR,1BA$1,060
PineGate - Students save up to 10%!Cypress1BR,1BA$1,095
Kingswood - Students save up to 10%!Blue Devil2BR,1BA$1,115
Poplar PlaceA11BR,1BA$1,132

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Chapel Hill, NC

As of August 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Chapel Hill area is the $1.39 price per square foot Kenan Model at Laurel Ridge Apartments in the in the Lafayette neighborhood starting from $1,755. The second greatest value Outer Chapel Hill apartment is the Two Bedroom 2 Bath - 1,066 sqft Model at Carden Place Apartment Homes starting at $1,310 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Fieldstone Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Chapel Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Laurel Ridge ApartmentsKenan3BR,2BA$1.39
Carden Place Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom 2 Bath - 1,066 sqft2BR,2BA$1.23
Nova Chapel HillSpruce2BR,2BA$1.35
Carolina - Students save up to 10%!Hatteras2BR,1.5BA$1.49
Collins Crossingb20b2BR,2BA$1.47
West End Flats2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.29
Berkshire 54Barington1BR,1BA$1.24
Chateau ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.31
Trinity at the Hill1B1BR,1BA$1.46
The Villages of Chapel HillNCVCH A1 1x1 725sqft - Cambridge1BR,1BA$1.51

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including Outer Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, and the greater Durham area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Chapel Hill Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Outer Chapel Hill?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer Chapel Hill is under $1,132.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Chapel Hill?

The cheapest apartment in Outer Chapel Hill is Berkshire 54 which is listed at $910, while the average apartment in Outer Chapel Hill costs $1,705.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer 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 324 regular apartments in Outer Chapel Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Outer Chapel Hill?

Cheap apartments in Outer Chapel Hill have an average cost of $817 which is $888 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Chapel Hill.

Expert Rental Resources

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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