
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, NC Under $2,000 (41 Rentals)


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Patriots Pointe

Bellevue Mill Apartments

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Heritage Apartments

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Pinewood Station

Solano at Chapel Hill

The Belmont

1701 North
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The Forest
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Croasdaile

Woodstone at Croasdaile Farm

Lofts at Lakeview

Lodge at Croasdaile Farm

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Element at Creekside

Heights Lasalle

Chapel Hill North

Willowdaile
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Room in Duplex on Stratified Ct

Room in House on Bedrock Rd

1011 Morreene Rd

2212 Edwin Ave
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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 | $1,557 | $875 | $1,953 |
| Hillsborough 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,617 | $910 | $6,116 |
| Hillsborough 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,991 | $1,115 | $4,466 |
| Hillsborough 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,086 | $1,425 | $8,896 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Hillsborough Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Hillsborough with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Hillsborough is at The Forest listed at $910.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Hillsborough Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Hillsborough is $1,617.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Hillsborough Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Hillsborough is a 1,115 square feet unit starting from $1,895 at Lofts at Lakeview.
What is the average size for Hillsborough 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Hillsborough is currently 1,637 sq ft.
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