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Houses for Rent in Chapel Hill, NC
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    1701-101 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
    1 BED $1,560+
    2 BEDS $1,985+
    3 BEDS $2,735+
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    207 Fan Branch Lane, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
    STUDIO $1,050
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    218 Knolls Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
    3 BEDS $1,950
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    116 St Andrews Ln, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
    2 BEDS $1,700
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    1419 Manns Chapel Rd, Pittsboro, NC 27312
    2 BEDS $2,000
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    3611 Pineview Circle, Durham, NC 27705
    5 BEDS $3,500
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    902 Teague Place, Durham, NC 27707
    STUDIO $1,300
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    906 Teague Place, Durham, NC 27707
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    3303 Park Overlook Drive, Durham, NC 27712
    STUDIO $1,550
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    1332 Fidelity Drive, Durham, NC 27703
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
    4 BEDS $2,521
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Average rent in Chapel Hill, NC

$1,782/mo Chapel Hill, NC average rental price, May 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Chapel Hill, NC is $1,782.

    Chapel Hill, NC apartment rent ranges

    About 12% of apartment rents in Chapel Hill, NC range between $2,001-$2,500. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,501-$3,000 represent 4% of apartments. Around 34% of Chapel Hill’s apartments are in the $1,501-$2,000 price range. 43% of apartments are priced between $1,001-$1,500. A share of 6% of apartment rentals in Chapel Hill are in the > $3,000 range.

    Chapel Hill, NC rent trends

    Check out the average rent prices in Chapel Hill by neighborhood.

    Compared to the national average rent of $1,761, the average rent in Chapel Hill, NC is $1,782.

    Getting around in Chapel Hill, NC

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

    Frequently asked questions

    How much is the rent for a house in Chapel Hill, NC?

    The price range of a house for rent is between $1,985 and $7,442.

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

    There are 10 house rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Chapel Hill, NC were last updated on 19 Jun 2025.

    What is the average size of a rental house in Chapel Hill, NC?

    The average Chapel Hill, NC rental house size is 801 sq. ft.

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

    Renting a house in Chapel Hill, NC comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

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

    Houses for rent in Chapel Hill, NC are usually located in non-central areas.

    Look for houses for rent near me

    Do you want a house with a backyard, a grill area, that offers you privacy and enough space for your family? RentCafe offers you the possibility to look for a house for rent near you, to find the one that best suits your family. Browsing through our listings, you can filter by size, price, pet policy, check out the location, to find the best house in your area. Whether you are looking to move to a particular neighborhood, or a specific ZIP code, may it be for its safety, beautiful buildings, or quiet atmosphere, you can find the rental house that your whole family will enjoy.

    Your next home is out there, whether you are looking for a house for rent near you or anywhere in the U.S. Easily browse houses for rent with availability updated daily, and let's find the one that is perfect for you!

    Renting a house in Chapel Hill, NC

    Some people just don’t buy into the American dream of owning your own house and sacrificing flexibility. Also, a 30-year mortgage is not the most pleasant thought to wake up with every morning. We understand. But what if you need some extra storage space? What if you like a backyard where you could throw BBQ parties and the kids could play in a safe environment? Luckily, you can forget the dreaded mortgage. Renting a house is the answer. There are 10 homes for rent in Chapel Hill, NC. And it won’t necessarily cost an arm and a leg to rent the perfect home for your family. You can look into duplexes for rent too. Prices in Chapel Hill, NC for rental homes start at $1,050. Or, if you don’t want your neighbors too close, you should browse some single family homes for rent, priced up to $7,442 per month.

    A rental house offers flexibility

    Your family situation will change throughout your life. Renting makes it possible to match the size of your home to your lifestyle and financial situation. And with 19 houses listed in Chapel Hill, NC, with prices ranging from $1,050 to $7,442 it’s possible to find the perfect one for you, whether you’re on the lookout for cheap houses for rent or something fancy and expensive. Maybe it’s just you and your significant other at the moment sharing a charming downtown apartment. But there’s a chance that at some point in time, a third family member will show-up and suddenly that 1 bedroom apartment you were so happy with will become too small. You will realize that you’d much rather prefer the comfort of your own backyard, than all the excitement your current neighborhood provides, that you no longer have time to enjoy anyway. If you want to continue living comfortably, you may want to rent a 2 bedroom house. Or maybe your oldest son turned into a young man who’s going off to college soon. You’ll find yourself in a 4 bedroom house that is suddenly too big. You could downsize and rent a 3 bedroom home with a pool, in a much nicer area. The flexibility of renting makes it possible.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!