Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southern Village Neighborhood of Chapel Hill, NC from $900 (22 Rentals)

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Southern Village, Chapel Hill, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southern Village Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southern Village area of Chapel Hill, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at West End Flats priced from $944. Berkshire 54 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable Southern Village apartments for rent in Chapel Hill, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
West End Flats2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$944
Berkshire 54Cranwell R22BR,1BA$949
Chateau ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath Garden1BR,1BA$949
The Villages of Chapel HillThe Brighton - DELUXE Studio Apartment HomeStudio,1BA$993
Carolina Spring Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southern Village, NC

As of January 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southern Village area is the $0.94 price per square foot C1 Model at Shortbread Lofts in the in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood starting from $1,140. The second greatest value Southern Village apartment is the Rosemary Model at Laurel Ridge Apartments starting at $1,420 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Lafayette neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southern Village apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Shortbread LoftsC13BR,3BA$0.94
Laurel Ridge ApartmentsRosemary2BR,1.5BA$1.35
Collins Crossingb20b2BR,2BA$1.43
Berkshire 54Barrington R21BR,1BA$1.48
Ashbrook Apartments1b/1b Edgemont1BR,1BA$1.31
Chateau Apartments1x1 Renovated1BR,1BA$1.31
Trinity at the Hill1B1BR,1BA$1.40
Autumn WoodsAR1BR,1BA$1.59
West End Flats1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.60
The Villages of Chapel HillThe Brighton - DELUXE Studio Apartment HomeStudio ,1BA$1.73

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Southern Village, Chapel Hill, NC

Ranked #16

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southern Village Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southern Village Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southern Village Apartment is $949 at Chateau Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southern Village Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southern Village is starting from $944 at West End Flats.

What is the most affordable Southern Village Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Southern Village Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Trinity at the Hill and starts from $1,500.

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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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