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Hillsborough, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Hillsborough?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Hillsborough 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,906 | $1,275 | $2,995 |
Hillsborough 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,351 | $1,550 | $4,495 |
Hillsborough 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,445 | $2,445 | $2,445 |
Hillsborough 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,800 | $2,800 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Available Hillsborough Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillsborough, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Crystal Village in the Downtown Durham neighborhood priced from $969. LaSalle Pointe Apartments in the Downtown Durham neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillsborough apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Crystal Village | Emerald | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
LaSalle Pointe Apartments | The Brightleaf 700 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Chapel View | The Franklin | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, NC and Nearby
As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillsborough area is the $1.16 price per square foot 2 Bed/2 Bath 1,137 Square Feet Model at Creekside Landing in the in the Downtown Durham neighborhood starting from $1,315. The second greatest value Hillsborough apartment is the Essex Model at Notting Hill starting at $1,432 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the South Durham 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. |
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Creekside Landing | 2 Bed/2 Bath 1,137 Square Feet | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
Notting Hill | Essex | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
Avana 55Twelve | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
Pinewood Station | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Poplar West Apartments | 2 bedroom/1 bath townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Trinity Properties - Campus Walk | 2 bedroom/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Patriots Pointe | Evergreen | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Carden Place Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 784 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
West Village Apartments | Two Bedroom Traditional | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Chapel View | The Franklin | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hillsborough
What type of rentals are currently available in Hillsborough?
There are currently 50 Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, NC with pricing that ranges from $885 to $9,400. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hillsborough ranging from $800 to $4,495.
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 $800 to $4,495 with an average monthly rent of $2,025.
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