
Cheap Homes for Rent in Orange County, NC from $500 (9 Rentals)
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Room in Townhome on Philip's Square

Room in House on Bedrock Rd

3 Davie Cir
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2202 S Efland-Cedar Grove Rd

250 S Estes Dr

1521 Partridgeberry Rd, Unit A
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421 Faucette Mill Rd., Unit A
Orange County, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Orange County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Orange County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,681 | $1,225 | $3,000 |
Orange County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,419 | $1,525 | $4,495 |
Orange County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,308 | $1,750 | $6,500 |
Orange County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,917 | $2,450 | $3,675 |
Orange County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,950 | $6,950 | $6,950 |
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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 Chateau Apartments - New in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood priced from $949. The Villages of Chapel Hill in the Lafayette neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $958. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Orange County apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Chateau Apartments - New | One Bedroom One Bath Garden | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
The Villages of Chapel Hill | S1 | Studio,1BA | $958 |
Carolina Spring Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Orange County, NC
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Orange County area is the $1.48 price per square foot c20a Model at Collins Crossing in the in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Orange County apartment is the A1 Model at The Apartments at Midtown 501 starting at $1,350 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Sayward Drive 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. |
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Collins Crossing | c20a | 3BR,2BA | $1.48 |
The Apartments at Midtown 501 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Laurel Ridge Apartments | Columbia | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Carolina - Students save up to 10%! | Hatteras | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.49 |
Patriots Pointe | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Shadowood | The Magnolia | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
West End Flats | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
Berkshire 54 | Barrington - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Chateau Apartments - New | 1x1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
Trinity at the Hill | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Orange County
What type of rentals are currently available in Orange County?
There are currently 164 Apartments for Rent in Orange County, NC with pricing that ranges from $949 to $9,050. There are also 78 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Orange County ranging from $550 to $6,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Orange County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Orange County ranges from $550 to $6,950 with an average monthly rent of $3,043.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Orange County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Orange County range from $1,290 to $9,050, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,525 to $4,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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