108 Pine St, Unit 6
108 Pine St
CarrboroNC27510
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Orange County, NC from $700 (104 Rentals)
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Room in Townhome on Philip's Square
118 Philip's Sq
Chapel HillNC27516
Room in Townhome on Golden Gate Ln
114 Golden Gate Ln
Chapel HillNC27516
303 Smith Level Rd
Chapel HillNC27516
303 Smith Level Rd
Chapel HillNC27516
Room in House on Hillsborough St
514 Hillsborough St
Chapel HillNC27514
303 Smith Level Rd, Unit 32
303 Smith Level Rd
Chapel HillNC27516
907 Oak Tree Dr
Chapel HillNC27517
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$950 - $4,328Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Link Apartments® Calyx
55 Maxwell RdChapel Hill, NC 27517
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$958 - $1,600Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Villages of Chapel Hill
500 Smith Level RdCarrboro, NC 27510
Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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$969 - $1,2401 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
West End Flats
200 N Carolina HwyCarrboro, NC 27510
104 Bay Colony Ct
Chapel HillNC27517
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$1,049 - $1,2601 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Chateau Apartments
201 Nc Highway 54Carrboro, NC 27510
3290 S Columbia St
Chapel HillNC27517
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$1,075 - $1,5151 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Estes Park - Students Save Up To 10%!
306 Estes DrCarrboro, NC 27510
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$1,084 - $1,3632 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
West Village Apartments
115 Holiday Park RdHillsborough, NC 27278
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$1,085 - $3,8291 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Glen Lennox Apartments
140 Hamilton RdChapel Hill, NC 27517
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University Lake
200 Barnes StCarrboro, NC 27510
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$1,095 - $1,8501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
PineGate - Students save up to 10%!
100 Pinegate CirChapel Hill, NC 27514
1505 Mountain Vw Ct
HillsboroughNC27278
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From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.
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$1,105 - $1,575Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Ashbury Square Apartments
202 Ashbury BlvdMebane, NC 27302
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$1,106 - $1,773
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Pinewood Station
600 S Churton StHillsborough, NC 27278
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$1,110 - $1,830
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Shadowood
110 Piney Mountain RdChapel Hill, NC 27514
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$1,120 - $1,6851 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Royal Park - Students save up to 10%!
501 Highway 54Carrboro, NC 27510
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Rock Creek Apartments
100 Rock Haven RdCarrboro, NC 27510
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$1,135 - $1,9951 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Laurel Ridge Apartments
1100 W Highway 54 BypChapel Hill, NC 27516
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$1,135 - $1,8501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Kingswood - Students save up to 10%!
1105 Highway 54 BypassChapel Hill, NC 27516
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$1,141 - $1,5211 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 12
Sagebrook of Chapel Hill
103 Melville LoopChapel Hill, NC 27514
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$1,149 - $1,769
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Collins Crossing
501 Jones Ferry RdCarrboro, NC 27510
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$1,160 - $1,5501 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Ridgewood - Students save up to 10%!
404 Jones Ferry RdCarrboro, NC 27510
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Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.
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$1,181 - $1,9221 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Carolina Spring Senior Apartments
600 W Poplar AveCarrboro, NC 27510
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$1,208 - $2,717
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Autumn Woods
222 Old Fayetteville RdCarrboro, NC 27510
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$1,228 - $1,793
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Heritage Apartments
405 Thomas Burke DrHillsborough, NC 27278
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$1,230 - $3,3071 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Apartments at Midtown 501
545 Ashley CtChapel Hill, NC 27514
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$1,245 - $2,0851 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Cadence at Cates Creek
100 Waterstone Park CirHillsborough, NC 27278
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$1,249 - $1,625
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Bridges at Chapel Hill
142 BPW Club RdCarrboro, NC 27510
1521 Partridgeberry Rd
Chapel HillNC27516
124 Wild Primrose Ln, Unit 124
124 Wild Primrose Ln
Chapel HillNC27514
112 Bim St
CarrboroNC27510
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$1,292 - $1,815
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Sunstone Apartments
208 Conner DrChapel Hill, NC 27514
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202 W Poplar Ave
CarrboroNC27510
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$1,316 - $1,4001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Ashbrook Apartments
601 Jones Ferry RdCarrboro, NC 27510
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$1,349 - $2,7351 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
1701 North
1701 Martin Luther King Jr BlvdChapel Hill, NC 27516
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$1,350 - $3,944Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Atlas Blue Hill
1301 Fordham BlvdChapel Hill, NC 27514
207 Ashley Forest Rd, Unit 207
207 Ashley Forest Rd
Chapel HillNC27514
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$1,353 - $2,499Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Chapel Hill North
200 Perkins DrChapel Hill, NC 27514
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$1,367 - $4,094
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The Hartley at Blue Hill
625 S Elliott RdChapel Hill, NC 27517
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$1,377 - $2,956Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Carraway Village
600 Carraway XingChapel Hill, NC 27516
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$1,380 - $1,8852 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 15
Carolina - Students save up to 10%!
401 Hwy 54 BypCarrboro, NC 27510
189 Lawndale Ave
HillsboroughNC27278
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Orange County, NC Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Orange County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange County Studio Apartments | $1,487 | $950 | $2,038 |
| Orange County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,688 | $700 | $3,561 |
| Orange County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,936 | $1,025 | $4,493 |
| Orange County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,769 | $1,310 | $7,699 |
| Orange County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,209 | $1,310 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Orange County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Orange County, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Berkshire 54 in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood priced from $910. The Ramsey in the Govenors Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Orange County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkshire 54 | Barrington R2 | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| The Ramsey | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Link Apartments® Calyx | S1 | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| West End Flats | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| Chateau Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| The Villages of Chapel Hill | The Westchester - Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Estes Park - Students Save Up To 10%! | Grove at Estes Park | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Poplar Place | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,077 |
| Glen Lennox Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $1,085 |
| Shadowood | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,122 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Orange County, NC
As of September 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Orange County area is the $1.30 price per square foot 7BR/3.0BA Model at 503 N. Greensboro in the in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Orange County apartment is the 502 Whitaker Street Model at 502 Whitaker Street, Unit B starting at $1,650 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Orange County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 503 N. Greensboro | 7BR/3.0BA | 7BR,3BA | $1.30 |
| 502 Whitaker Street, Unit B | 502 Whitaker Street | 3BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Ashbury Square Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Towerview Townhouse | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| Poplar Place | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| The Apartments at Midtown 501 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| West End Flats | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Berkshire 54 | Barington | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Laurel Ridge Apartments | Laurel | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Chateau Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Orange County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Orange County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Orange County is under $1,122.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Orange County?
The cheapest apartment in Orange County is Berkshire 54 which is listed at $910, while the average apartment in Orange County costs $1,719.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Orange County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 358 regular apartments in Orange County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Orange County?
Cheap apartments in Orange County have an average cost of $860 which is $859 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Orange County.
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