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  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    100 Village Crossing Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
    1 BED $1,501+
    2 BEDS $1,686+
    3 BEDS $3,325+
  • a living room with a couch and a table in front of a kitchen
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    100 Brandon Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
    1 BED $1,477+
    2 BEDS $2,213+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    201 S. Elliott Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
    1 BED $1,653+
    2 BEDS $2,167+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a fireplace
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    2701 Homestead Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
    1 BED $1,254+
    2 BEDS $1,358+
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    625 S Elliott Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
    STUDIO $1,390+
    1 BED $1,405+
    2 BEDS $2,210+
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  • a living room with a couch and a ceiling fan
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    100 Drew Hill Lane, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
    1 BED $1,226+
    2 BEDS $1,504+
    3 BEDS $1,736+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    1300 Fordham Blvd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
    STUDIO $1,620+
    1 BED $1,790+
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  • a living room with a white couch and a red chair
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    140 Hamilton Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
    1 BED $1,294+
    2 BEDS $1,362+
    3 BEDS $1,650+
  • an open kitchen and dining area with a table and chairs
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    900 Willow Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
    STUDIO $1,460+
    1 BED $1,550+
    2 BEDS $2,275+
  • a living room with a couch and a ceiling fan
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    135 Ballentrae Court, Fearrington, NC 27312
    STUDIO $1,440+
    1 BED $1,580+
    2 BEDS $1,875+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    6123 Farrington Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
    1 BED $1,264+
    2 BEDS $1,531+
    3 BEDS $1,725+
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    1701-101 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
    1 BED $1,550+
    2 BEDS $2,168+
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  • a living room with a table and chairs and a balcony
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    55 Maxwell Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
    STUDIO $1,325+
    1 BED $1,426+
    2 BEDS $2,182+
  • a living room with a couch and chairs and a desk
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    5840 Farrington Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
    STUDIO $1,630+
    1 BED $1,733+
    2 BEDS $2,139+
  • a living room with white couches and chairs and a television
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    200 Westminster Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
    1 BED $1,139+
    2 BEDS $1,329+
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    100 Village Crossing Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
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    1749 Dobbins Drive Suite 1B, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
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    1749 Dobbins Drive Suite 1B, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
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    1749 Dobbins Drive Suite 1B, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
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    605 Jones Ferry Rd., Carrboro, NC 27510
    1 BED $1,134+
    2 BEDS $1,182+
  • a large living room with a dining table and a fireplace
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    222 Old Fayetteville Road, Carrboro, NC 27510
    1 BED $1,300+
    2 BEDS $1,829+
    3 BEDS $1,707+
  • a kitchen and living room with a sink and a television
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    201 Westbrook Dr B2, Carrboro, NC 27510
    1 BED $1,295+
    2 BEDS $1,495
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    1000 Smith Level Rd, Carrboro, NC 27510
    STUDIO $1,195
    1 BED $1,045+
    2 BEDS $1,176+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a window
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    20 Allendale Dr, Pittsboro, NC 27312
    2 BEDS $1,400
  • a living room with a dining room and a kitchen with a table and chairs
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    5512 Sunlight Dr, Durham, NC 27707
    1 BED $1,342+
    2 BEDS $1,584+
    3 BEDS $2,483+
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Chapel Hill, NC rent trends

Rental prices in Chapel Hill, NC have increased by 1.41% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,753 to $1,778.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,741, the average rent in Chapel Hill, NC is $1,778.

Average rent in Chapel Hill, NC

$1,778/mo Chapel Hill, NC average rental price, January 2026
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Chapel Hill, NC is $1,778.

    What's the typical rent budget in Chapel Hill, NC?

    About 32% of apartment rents in Chapel Hill, NC range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 12% of apartments. Around 44% of Chapel Hill’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 1% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000. A share of 4% of apartment rentals in Chapel Hill are in the $2,501-$3,000 range. There are 6% of apartment rentals in Chapel Hill in the > $3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in Chapel Hill, NC (44%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Chapel Hill, NC

    3 /100
    Car-Dependent
    29 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 3, Bike Score®: 29

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Chapel Hill, NC last updated?

    Prices and availability in Chapel Hill, NC were last updated on 19 Feb 2026.

    What are the best apartments in Chapel Hill, NC?

    The best apartments in Chapel Hill, NC are: The Reserve at Meadowmont Apartments, Link Apartments® Linden, Berkshire Chapel Hill, Chapel View and The Hartley at Blue Hill.

    What is the average rent in Chapel Hill, NC?

    The average rent in Chapel Hill, NC is $1,953.

    What is the price range for a studio apartment in Chapel Hill, NC?

    The price range for a studio apartment in Chapel Hill, NC is between $1,325 and $3,062.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Chapel Hill, NC?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Chapel Hill, NC is between $1,128 and $5,978.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Chapel Hill, NC?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Chapel Hill, NC is between $1,252 and $4,889.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Chapel Hill, NC?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Chapel Hill, NC is between $1,550 and $9,645.

    What type of rental buildings are in Chapel Hill, NC?

    In Chapel Hill 51% of the housing is rented out compared to 49% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 19% of Chapel Hill's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 65% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 14% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Chapel Hill, NC?

    The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city. In this case, the apartment buildings in Chapel Hill are about 24 years old, on average. Of these, 53% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 4 stories. About 85% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 25% are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Chapel Hill, NC?

    Studio apartments in Chapel Hill are around 2% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 39% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 44% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

    Living in Chapel Hill, NC

    Chapel Hill is a pleasant small town in North Carolina that’s often dubbed the “Southern Part of Heaven”. It’s a great renting choice for people of all ages who enjoy having access to excellent schools, a thriving cultural and artistic scene and a plethora of restaurants and coffee shops to choose from. Chapel Hill is part of the Research Triangle, along with nearby Durham and Raleigh, which translates into excellent job opportunities and a highly educated, diverse population of renters. With the influx of well-paid workers, living costs have gone up in recent years, and Chapel Hill is slightly more expensive than the national average. The weather in Chapel Hill is often hot and humid, with short, cold winters — but renters can easily escape to the beach or the mountains, both of which are located within a 3-hour drive.

    Renting in Chapel Hill, NC

    Chapel Hill is relatively evenly divided by renters and homeowners, due in part to the presence of the University of North Carolina in the town. Housing prices are significantly higher than the national average and even more so than the North Carolina average. This is a diverse city, catering to college students, well-established executives and families. Chapel Hill has a mix of single-family homes in a wide variety of price ranges, condo communities and affordable rental apartments. For example, Governor’s Club is a higher-end, award-winning planned community located around a golf course. Meanwhile, the Historic districts around UNC are a mixed bag of grand old homes and rental options for students. Most landlords require a security deposit equivalent to one month’s rent.

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    Shopping in Chapel Hill, NC

    Chapel Hill has enough grocery shopping options to satisfy all tastes and budgets. Check out Whole Food Market, Trader Joe's, or the Fresh Market for health-minded renters. Wegman’s, Harris Teeter and Food Lion have several locations in town. Chapel Hill is also home to multiple Hispanic and Asian grocery stores for more exotic fares. Downtown Chapel Hill and neighboring Carrboro and Hillsborough are excellent shopping destinations, with an abundance of quirky boutiques, high-end and trendy retailers and antique shops to explore. University Place is a major mall featuring multiple local and national brands, but also a movie theater, art galleries and a children's museum. Chapel Hill is also home to a weekly farmers’ market open year-round.

    Transportation in Chapel Hill, NC

    Chapel Hill includes several very walkable neighborhoods such as Downtown, Meadowmont and Colony Woods where you can run most errands and have access to multiple dining and shopping options by foot. This town also offers numerous bike lanes for an easy commute, especially on the University of North Carolina campus. One of the particularities of Chapel Hill is that it offers a free transit system, with bus routes providing some service to most neighborhoods. However, cars are the most reliable mode of transport for renters who live outside the service area. Alternatively, car rental and ridesharing services are available in the area as well. The closest major airport is the Raleigh-Durham International Airport, located some 23 miles away from Chapel Hill.

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