
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, NC from $910 (33 Rentals)


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Pinewood Station

Cadence at Cates Creek

Room in House on Bedrock Rd

Willowdaile

ReNew West Durham

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Crystal Village
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Chapel Tower - Students save up to 10%!

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Element at Creekside

Poplar West Apartments

Sagebrook of Chapel Hill

Croasdaile
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MAA Duke Forest

Lodge at Croasdaile Farm

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Woodstone at Croasdaile Farm

1701 North

Chapel Hill North

Heights Lasalle

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Lofts at Lakeview

Rise Chapel Hill

Chapel View
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillsborough?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough Studio Apartments | $1,542 | $925 | $1,997 |
| Hillsborough 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,665 | $910 | $3,800 |
| Hillsborough 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,970 | $1,120 | $4,605 |
| Hillsborough 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,035 | $1,373 | $8,909 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsborough Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hillsborough?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hillsborough is at Willowdaile listed at $910.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillsborough Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillsborough Apartment is $910 at Willowdaile.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillsborough Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillsborough is starting from $910 at Willowdaile.
What is the most affordable Hillsborough Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hillsborough Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willowdaile and starts from $910.
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