Chapel Hill, NC rental market
What is the average rent in Chapel Hill, NC?
Last updated June 24, 2026
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Chapel Hill, NC is $1,764.
Average rent
$1,764
Month-over-month change
-$119
Year-over-year change
-$231
Available rentals
346
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $560 to $12,000.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $500 | 6 |
| $600 | 10 |
| $700 | 4 |
| $800 | 4 |
| $900 | 4 |
| $1,000 | 6 |
| $1,100 | 13 |
| $1,200 | 17 |
| $1,300 | 28 |
| $1,400 | 38 |
| $1,500 | 38 |
| $1,600 | 35 |
| $1,700 | 33 |
| $1,800 | 27 |
| $1,900 | 19 |
| $2,000 | 19 |
| $2,100 | 19 |
| $2,200 | 13 |
| $2,300 | 6 |
| $2,400 | 14 |
| $2,500 | 14 |
| $2,600 | 13 |
| $2,700 | 14 |
| $2,800 | 9 |
| $2,900 | 6 |
| $3,000 | 3 |
| $3,100 | 2 |
| $3,200 | 3 |
| $3,300 | 4 |
| $3,400 | 4 |
| $3,500 | 5 |
| $3,600 | 3 |
| $3,700 | 7 |
| $3,800 | 5 |
| $3,900 | 1 |
| $4,000 | 1 |
| $4,300 | 1 |
| $4,400 | 1 |
| $4,500 | 1 |
| $4,700 | 1 |
| $4,900 | 1 |
| $5,000+ | 5 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has decreased by $231 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2025) | This year (2026) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $1,843 | $1,847 |
| Feb | $1,800 | $1,850 |
| Mar | $1,881 | $1,950 |
| Apr | $1,875 | $1,920 |
| May | $1,900 | $1,890 |
| Jun | $1,950 | $1,862 |
| Jul | $2,025 | No data |
| Aug | $1,988 | No data |
| Sep | $1,950 | No data |
| Oct | $2,000 | No data |
| Nov | $1,900 | No data |
| Dec | $1,850 | No data |
Market temperature
The Chapel Hill, NC rental market temperature is COOL. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in Chapel Hill, NC is 12% lower than the national average.
$1,764
$2,010
Rent in Chapel Hill, NC
We created a seamless online experience for you - from shopping on the largest rental network, to applying, to paying rent.
Post a rental listing
Easy-to-use tools let you list your property where millions of renters search each month. Plus, messaging and tenant screening are integrated into our listing platform to help you find and screen applicants faster.
Get startedLearn moreRent trends near Chapel Hill, NC
Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in Chapel Hill, NC?
2. What is the average rent for a studio apartment in Chapel Hill, NC?
3. What is the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Chapel Hill, NC?
4. What is the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Chapel Hill, NC?
5. What is the average rent for a three-bedroom apartment in Chapel Hill, NC?
6. What is the average rent for a four-bedroom apartment in Chapel Hill, NC?
7. How much does it cost to rent a house in Chapel Hill, NC?
8. How has the rent in Chapel Hill, NC changed in the last year?
9. How much has the rent in Chapel Hill, NC increased/decreased in the last month?
10. How many available rentals are there in Chapel Hill, NC?
11. How do rent prices in Chapel Hill, NC compare with the national average?
