Average Rent in Chapel Hill, NC
13 apartment buildings, 95 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building.
Cheapest
$1,075/mo
Timber Hollow Apartment Homes
Properties
13
tracked daily
Units
95
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 13 properties in Chapel Hill, NC.
Average rent trend, last 2 months
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Chapel Hill, NC Rent Prices
All 13 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Timber Hollow Apartment Homes
101 Timber Hollow Ct, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
Courtyard Lofts
431 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA
Kingswood Apartments
1105 W North Carolina Hwy 54 Bypass, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA
Laurel Ridge Apartments
1100 W North Carolina Hwy 54 Bypass, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA
Shortbread Lofts
333 W Rosemary St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA
Union Chapel Hill
425 Hillsborough St, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
Chapel Hill North Apartments
200 Perkins Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Timber Hollow Apartment Homes 101 Timber Hollow Ct, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA | $1,075 | $1,237 | $1.50 | 3.3 (107) | 10 |
| 2 | Courtyard Lofts 431 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA | $1,110 as of Jul 31 | $1,145 | $1.44 | 2.8 (21) | 2 |
| 3 | Kingswood Apartments 1105 W North Carolina Hwy 54 Bypass, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA | $1,120 | $1,225 | $1.60 | 4.2 (207) | 16 |
| 4 | Laurel Ridge Apartments 1100 W North Carolina Hwy 54 Bypass, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA | $1,165 | $1,403 | $1.38 | 4.6 (46) | 17 |
| 5 | Shortbread Lofts 333 W Rosemary St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA | $1,190 | $1,428 | $1.08 | 4.4 (189) | 2 |
| 6 | Union Chapel Hill 425 Hillsborough St, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA | $1,295 | $1,448 | $1.18 | 4.3 (354) | 16 |
| 7 | Chapel Hill North Apartments 200 Perkins Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA | $1,395 | $2,132 | $2.51 | 4.6 (129) | 3 |
Rent & Price History by Building
Timber Hollow Apartment Homes
3.3 (107)101 Timber Hollow Ct, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
Courtyard Lofts
2.8 (21)431 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA
Kingswood Apartments
4.2 (207)1105 W North Carolina Hwy 54 Bypass, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA
Laurel Ridge Apartments
4.6 (46)1100 W North Carolina Hwy 54 Bypass, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA
Shortbread Lofts
4.4 (189)333 W Rosemary St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516, USA
Union Chapel Hill
4.3 (354)425 Hillsborough St, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, USA
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Chapel Hill, NC neighborhoods
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Chapel Hill, NC Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Chapel Hill, NC is $1,595 per month, based on 95 units across 13 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,075 at Timber Hollow Apartment Homes to $3,143 at Carraway Village Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,527/mo | $1,465/mo | 5 |
| 1 Bed | $1,644/mo | $1,075/mo | 22 |
| 2 Bed | $1,617/mo | $1,120/mo | 52 |
| 3 Bed | $1,600/mo | $1,190/mo | 9 |
| 4 Bed | $1,320/mo | $1,295/mo | 7 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Chapel Hill, NC?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$64,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,595/mo.
Comfortable income
$77,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,075/mo), you need to earn at least $43,000/year.
Cost of living in Chapel Hill, NC
We only have live rent data for Chapel Hill, NC so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,595 |
| Estimated total | $1,595/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
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Nearby cities in North Carolina
How Chapel Hill, NC rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Chapel Hill, NC | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC | $2,134 | +34% | -6.7% | 67 |
| Cary, NC | $2,073 | +30% | -2.8% | 31 |
| Morrisville, NC | $1,826 | +14% | -3.6% | 25 |
| Raleigh, NC | $1,774 | +11% | +2% | 25 |
| Asheville, NC | $1,926 | +21% | +1.3% | 21 |
| Wake Forest, NC | $1,769 | +11% | +0.4% | 18 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Chapel Hill, NC?
The average rent in Chapel Hill, NC is $1,595 per month, based on 95 units across 13 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the median rent in Chapel Hill, NC?
The median asking rent in Chapel Hill, NC is $1,465 per month, computed from 95 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $1,595/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Chapel Hill, NC?
The lowest available rent in Chapel Hill, NC starts at $1,075 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Chapel Hill, NC?
1-bedroom apartments in Chapel Hill, NC average $1,644/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,075/mo across 22 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Chapel Hill, NC?
2-bedroom apartments in Chapel Hill, NC average $1,617/mo. Units start from $1,120/mo across 52 units currently listed.
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