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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chapel Hill, NC

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Apartments Under $800

  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
    94
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    201 Bridgefield Place, Durham, NC 27705
    1 BED $755+
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white refrigerator.
    Today

    600 W Poplar Ave, Carrboro, NC 27510
    1 BED $849+
    2 BEDS $799+

Apartments Under $1,000

  • A living room with a fireplace and a large painting above it.
    15
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    100 Rose Garden Ln, Durham, NC 27707
    STUDIO $999+
    1 BED $1,172+
    2 BEDS $1,299+

Apartments Under $1,100

  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
    43
    Today

    1801 Williamsburg Rd Apt 30G, Durham, NC 27707
    1 BED $1,002+
    2 BEDS $1,193+
  • a living room with black leather couches and a coffee table
    161
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    501 Audubon Lake Drive, Durham, NC 27713
    1 BED $1,006+
    2 BEDS $1,278+
    3 BEDS $1,625+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
    42
    Today

    3016 Pickett Road, Durham, NC 27705
    1 BED $1,017+
    2 BEDS $1,257+
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    Granite Countertop Kitchen at Glen Lennox Apartments, Chapel Hill Gorgeous Bedroom at Glen Lennox Apartments, Chapel Hill, 27514
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    140 Hamilton Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
    Available
    1 BED $1,024+
    2 BEDS $1,101+
    3 BEDS $1,165+
    Granite Countertop Kitchen at Glen Lennox Apartments, Chapel Hill Gorgeous Bedroom at Glen Lennox Apartments, Chapel Hill, 27514 Elegant Dining Space at Glen Lennox Apartments, North Carolina, 27514 Cardio Equipment at Glen Lennox Apartments, North Carolina, 27514
    Amenities
    • Air Conditioner
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Patio/Balcony
    • Hardwood Floors
  • a dining room and living room with a table and chairs
    78
    Today

    1200 Pickett Branch Road, Cary, NC 27519
    1 BED $1,054+
    2 BEDS $1,390+
    3 BEDS $1,639+
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  • a living room with a couch and a table
    52
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    2000 Alexan Drive, Cary, NC 27519
    1 BED $1,069+
    2 BEDS $1,339+
    3 BEDS $1,724+

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  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white refrigerator.
    Today

    820 Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy, Durham, NC 27713
    1 BED $1,070
    2 BEDS $1,300
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    a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a stainless steel refrigerator at Link Apartments® Calyx, North Carolina, 27517 a bedroom with a bed and a tv in a white room at Link Apartments® Calyx, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
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    55 Maxwell Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
    Available
    STUDIO $1,077+
    1 BED $1,182+
    2 BEDS $1,703+
    a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a stainless steel refrigerator at Link Apartments® Calyx, North Carolina, 27517 a bedroom with a bed and a tv in a white room at Link Apartments® Calyx, Chapel Hill, NC 27517 a dining room with a wooden table and black chairs at Link Apartments® Calyx, Chapel Hill the view of a pool from a balcony with a chair at Link Apartments® Calyx, Chapel Hill
    Overview

    Start afresh at Link Apartments Calyx ® – a new gem on 55 Maxell Road. With elegant interiors, vibrant leisure nooks, and sought-after services, our apartments in Chapel Hill are tailored to be as unique as you are. Plus, our location at the intersection of Fordham Blvd. and Raleigh Rd. and near multiple GoTriangle bus lines ensures that no destination is too far from home. Our new apartments in Chapel Hill meet the National Green Building Standards and offer everything you need – and everything you desire. Whether you want to stay in or head outdoors, you have a plethora of shared areas to spend time in, including a saltwater pool with grills and a modern fitness center for cardio, strength, spin, and HIIT. What’s more, we offer EV charging stations, bike and vehicle storage, and many other practical facilities that will ease your routine. Don’t miss out on claiming the lifestyle you deserve – call us today to schedule a tour!

    Amenities
    • Pool
    • Patio/Balcony
    • Garage
    • High Speed Internet
  • an open kitchen and living room with a dining room table
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    1415 E NC Highway 54, Durham, NC 27713
    1 BED $1,093+
    2 BEDS $1,294+

Apartments Under $1,200

  • a living room with a couch and a table
    77
    Today

    605 Jones Ferry Rd., Carrboro, NC 27510
    1 BED $1,104+
    2 BEDS $1,124+
  • an apartment building with cars parked in a parking lot
    44
    Today

    4600 University Drive, Durham, NC 27707
    1 BED $1,111+
    2 BEDS $1,525+
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    Rent Specials
    Kitchen at Link Apartments® Linden, Chapel Hill, NC Luxurious Bedroom at Link Apartments® Linden, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
    5.0
    Today

    100 Brandon Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
    Available
    1 BED $1,150+
    2 BEDS $1,695+
    Kitchen at Link Apartments® Linden, Chapel Hill, NC Luxurious Bedroom at Link Apartments® Linden, Chapel Hill, North Carolina Pool table at Link Apartments® Linden, Chapel Hill, NC Fitness at Link Apartments® Linden, North Carolina
    Property reviews
    5/5 Mijin B. on Aug 3, 2021

    This is a great place to live.

  • A living room with a white couch and a wooden floor.
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    2701 Homestead Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
    1 BED $1,160+
    2 BEDS $1,321+
  • a living room with a large window and a table with chairs
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    100 Cascade Falls Ln, Durham, NC 27713
    1 BED $1,180+
    2 BEDS $1,299+
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  • a living room with couches and a coffee table
    95
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    1701 E Cornwallis Rd, Durham, NC 27713
    2 BEDS $1,190+
    3 BEDS $1,599+

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Apartments Under $1,300

  • a large living room with blue couches and a coffee table
    47
    Today

    3025 Alston Manor St., Cary, NC 27519
    STUDIO $1,215+
    1 BED $1,427+
    2 BEDS $1,645+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances and a washer and dryer
    10
    Today

    1901 Morehead Avenue, Durham, NC 27707
    1 BED $1,225
  • an open kitchen and living room with a table and chairs
    92
    Today

    1800 Southpoint Crossing Drive, Durham, NC 27713
    1 BED $1,266+
    2 BEDS $1,491+
    3 BEDS $1,878+

Apartments Under $1,400

  • a kitchen with granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances
    69
    Today

    25510 Burbage Cir, Cary, NC 27519
    1 BED $1,300+
    2 BEDS $1,310+
    3 BEDS $1,960+
  • a living room with a couch and chairs and a ceiling fan
    6
    Today

    249 Mosaic Blvd, Pittsboro, NC 27312
    1 BED $1,350+
    2 BEDS $1,640+
  • A modern living room with a white couch and a black and white coffee table.
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    Today

    100 Drew Hill Lane, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
    1 BED $1,384+
    2 BEDS $1,432+
    3 BEDS $1,701+
  • a living room with a couch and a ceiling fan
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    135 Ballentrae Court, Pittsboro, NC 27312
    STUDIO $1,410+
    1 BED $1,455+
    2 BEDS $1,860+
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Getting around in Chapel Hill, NC

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Chapel Hill, NC?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $1,160 and $3,746.

How many cheap rentals are available in Chapel Hill, NC on RentCafe?

There are 31 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Chapel Hill, NC were last updated on 17 Nov 2025.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Chapel Hill, NC?

The average Chapel Hill, NC cheap apartment size is 898 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Chapel Hill, NC?

Cheap apartments in Chapel Hill, NC are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Chapel Hill, NC?

A cheap apartment in Chapel Hill, NC offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

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Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Chapel Hill, NC? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Chapel Hill, NC has never been easier. We feature 277 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Chapel Hill, NC average. What is a cheap rent in Chapel Hill, NC? The average apartment rent in Chapel Hill is $1,768 per month so any rental south of $1,415 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Chapel Hill, NC rents go as low as $755/mo.

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