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2212 Edwin Ave

535 Harper Rd

249 Schultz St

237 Bridgefield Pl

189 Lawndale Ave
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130 Kingsbury Dr

208 Bridgefield Pl

114 Kingsbury Dr

1812 Orange Grove Rd

117 Kingsbury Dr

524 Short St W
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Hillsborough?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,590 | $1,195 | $2,200 |
| Hillsborough 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,168 | $1,675 | $4,000 |
| Hillsborough 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,598 | $1,750 | $3,195 |
| Hillsborough 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,842 | $3,200 | $4,475 |
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Cheapest Available Hillsborough Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillsborough, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Crystal Village in the Downtown Durham neighborhood priced from $949. Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! in the Downtown Durham neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $980. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillsborough apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Village | Emerald | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! | Hereford | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
| Poplar West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,035 |
| MAA Duke Forest | Fawn I | 1BR,1BA | $1,058 |
| Chapel Tower - Students save up to 10%! | Carolina | 2BR,1BA | $1,085 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, NC
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillsborough area is the $1.46 price per square foot The Remodeled Willow Model at Arrowhead Apartments in the in the Fieldstone Farms neighborhood starting from $1,709. The second greatest value Hillsborough apartment is the C1 Model at The Apartments at Midtown 501 starting at $1,556 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Sayward Drive neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillsborough apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrowhead Apartments | The Remodeled Willow | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| The Apartments at Midtown 501 | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Chapel Tower - Students save up to 10%! | Duke | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
| West Village Apartments | 3 bedroom Traditional | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Patriots Pointe | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Trinity Properties - Campus Walk | 2 bedroom/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Carden Place Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 850 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Element at Creekside | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| MAA Duke Forest | Fawn I | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Crystal Village | Emerald | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Hillsborough?
There are currently 59 Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, NC with pricing that ranges from $949 to $5,117. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hillsborough ranging from $1,195 to $4,475.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hillsborough?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hillsborough ranges from $1,195 to $4,475 with an average monthly rent of $2,309.
Expert Rental Resources
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