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Room in House on Bedrock Rd

227 Bridgefield Pl

2212 Edwin Ave

104 Blue Crest Ln
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106 Murray St

237 Bridgefield Pl

107 New Cooper Square

310 W Austin St

213 Torain St
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249 Schultz St
Hillsborough, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Hillsborough?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,650 | $1,295 | $2,100 |
| Hillsborough 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,105 | $1,500 | $3,299 |
| Hillsborough 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,149 | $2,345 | $3,600 |
| Hillsborough 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,116 | $2,350 | $3,750 |
| Hillsborough 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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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 Willowdaile in the Downtown Durham neighborhood priced from $879. The Forest in the Downtown Durham neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $960. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillsborough apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willowdaile | 11S | 1BR,1BA | $879 |
| The Forest | The Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
| Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! | Hereford | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Element at Creekside | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Croasdaile | 11AD | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, NC
As of April 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillsborough area is the $1.34 price per square foot Serenity at Booker Creek Model at Booker Creek - Students save up to 10%! in the in the North Garrett Road Community neighborhood starting from $1,385. The second greatest value Hillsborough apartment is the A1 Model at The Apartments at Midtown 501 starting at $1,203 with a $1.30 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Booker Creek - Students save up to 10%! | Serenity at Booker Creek | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.34 |
| The Apartments at Midtown 501 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| West Village Apartments | 3 bedroom Classic | 3BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Trinity Properties - Campus Walk | 2 bedroom/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Avana 55Twelve | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Heritage Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Element at Creekside | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| MAA Duke Forest | Fawn I | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Carden Place Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 784 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Chapel View | The Franklin | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hillsborough
What type of rentals are currently available in Hillsborough?
There are currently 53 Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, NC with pricing that ranges from $879 to $8,453. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hillsborough ranging from $525 to $4,000.
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 $525 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,546.
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