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Average Rent in Chapel Hill, NC & Rent Trends
Rent prices and market trends across 5 apartment communities in Chapel Hill, NC. Updated daily.
Market Average
$1,609/mo
Lowest Available
$1,180/mo
cheapest unit on market
Communities
5
tracked daily
Units Listed
37
available now
Rent by Neighborhood in Chapel Hill, NC
Compare average rent across Chapel Hill, NC neighborhoods. Click any area to see detailed trends.
| Neighborhood | Avg Rent | From | Properties | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Larkspur | $2,240 | $1,868 | 1 | 6 |
| Northwood | $1,948 | $1,395 | 1 | 2 |
| Kings Arms Appartments | $1,782 | $1,340 | 1 | 24 |
| Sunstone Appartments | $1,576 | $1,495 | 1 | 6 |
| Chase Park | $1,433 | $1,275 | 1 | 23 |
| Cameron Glen | $1,428 | $1,190 | 1 | 2 |
| Glen Heights | $1,191 | $1,006 | 1 | 18 |
Is Rent Going Up or Down in Chapel Hill, NC?
As of July 2026, the average rent in Chapel Hill, NC is $1,609 per month across 5 apartment communities and 37 available units.
The most affordable option is Courtyard Lofts starting at $1,180/mo. By unit type, a 2-bedroom averages $1,609/mo.
Prices range from $1,180 to $2,535 per month. The most common price point is the $1,400 range, where 19 units are currently listed.
Rent Price Distribution
Rent by Bedroom Type in Chapel Hill, NC
Rent Prices by Apartment in Chapel Hill, NC
| Property | Starting at | Average | Units | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Courtyard Lofts | $1,180/mo | $1,180/mo | 1 | 2.8 |
| Laurel Ridge Apartments | $1,275/mo | $1,393/mo | 20 | 4.6 |
| Timber Hollow Apartment Homes | $1,429/mo | $1,444/mo | 5 | 3.3 |
| Franklin Woods Apartments | $1,580/mo | $1,616/mo | 4 | 4.6 |
| Bell Chapel Hill | $2,285/mo | $2,400/mo | 7 | 4.8 |
Google Search Trends for Chapel Hill, NC Apartments
Search interest for apartments in this area over the past 12 months.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rent in Chapel Hill, NC
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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 $1,609/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 ($1,180/mo), you need to earn at least $47,000/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) | $1,609 |
| Estimated total | $1,609/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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