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Hillsborough, NC Homes for Rent

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    Starting at $1,295 Per Month

    • 1 - 3 Beds

    100 Waterstone Park Cir, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    Settle into a life of comfort, convenience, and luxury at Cadence at Cates Creek. Our one, two, and three bedroom homes offer the best of modern living in Hillsborough, North Carolina. Ideally located near UNC Medical Center, our luxury community offers easy access to charming downtown shops and restaurants as well as the lush Hillsborough Riverwalk.There’s plenty to do around town, but you might

    Cadence at Cates Creek

    100 Waterstone Park Cir, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    $2,300 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,593 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    2026 Jefferson Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    This charming ranch home nestled on almost half an acre offers attractive features. As you enter, you will be greeted by a spacious living room with a large picture window, gorgeous new luxury vinyl plank flooring, and neutral wall color. The kitchen with its cozy breakfast nook features an abundance of storage cabinet space, updated light fixtures and kitchen appliances, continuous neutral LVP

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    Rachel Groff

    Turnkey Residential LLC

    2026 Jefferson Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    Starting at $1,155

    Total Monthly Price

    • 1 - 3 Beds

    100 Patriots Pointe Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    PatriotsPointe Apartments is designed for what matters most: you! Our apartments inHillsborough, NC, come in spacious one, two, and three-bedroom layouts withluxury amenities and an impeccable neutral design. They are convenientlylocated near The Triangle, just minutes from the areas best dining,entertainment, and top employers.Our community amenities include a

    Patriots Pointe

    100 Patriots Pointe Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    Starting at $1,350 Per Month

    • 1 - 3 Beds

    206 S Nash St, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    Bellevue Mill Apartments carries a rich history as textile mill buildings that were once a vital part of the local Hillsborough economy.Now a gorgeous new living venue, the buildings that once provided a way of life have become a setting for a new way to live.Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Bellevue Mill Apartments is sure to impress with its preserved history

    Bellevue Mill Apartments

    206 S Nash St, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    Starting at $1,226

    Total Monthly Price

    • 1 - 3 Beds

    600 S Churton St, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    Meet Pinewood Station, your fresh, new address in Hillsborough, North Carolina. Our community offers 1, 2 & 3 garden-style apartments and spacious townhomes in a notable neighborhood of Hillsborough. From exploring exciting territory around town or keeping it close to home by taking advantage of a swimming pool, you'll always have something to look forward to when you live at Pinewood Station.A

    Pinewood Station

    600 S Churton St, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    Starting at $1,141

    Total Monthly Price

    • 1 - 3 Beds

    405 Thomas Burke Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    Welcome home to Heritage Apartments!

    Heritage Apartments

    405 Thomas Burke Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    $1,275 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 672 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    255 Daye St, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    Beautiful, pet-friendly home coming soon! Apply now, Move-In is available on or after the listed date. Upon approval, $500 reservation deposit to reserve (applied to security deposit and/or refundable). Application fee: $50 per adult. Security Deposit: one month?s rent. Pet fees: $250 + $40/mo per pet. Some homes may include pool ($150/mo), septic ($15/mo), and/or HOA fees; other fees may apply.

    255 Daye St, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    $1,460 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 780 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    189 Lawndale Ave, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    Beautiful, pet-friendly home coming soon! Apply now, Move-In is available on or after the listed date. Upon approval, $500 reservation deposit to reserve (applied to security deposit and/or refundable). Application fee: $50 per adult. Security Deposit: one month?s rent. Pet fees: $250 + $40/mo per pet. Some homes may include pool ($150/mo), septic ($15/mo), and/or HOA fees; other fees may apply.

    189 Lawndale Ave, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    $1,995 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,231 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    1016 Alexander Stewart Rd, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    Property Id: 1672891Come home to your beautifully renovated 3 bed 2 bath cottage located in historic Hillsborough! This home is nestled in a great neighborhood located close to everything the Triangle has to offer. You will be 19 minutes to UNC Chapel Hill, 14 min to Duke University, 24 min to RTP, and 40 min to downtown Raleigh. Enjoy great dining or drinks in downtown Hillsborough or

    1016 Alexander Stewart Rd, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    $1,870 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,260 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    2318 Blair Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    Beautiful, pet-friendly home coming soon! Apply now, Move-In is available on or after the listed date. Upon approval, $500 reservation deposit to reserve (applied to security deposit and/or refundable). Application fee: $50 per adult. Security Deposit: one month?s rent. Pet fees: $250 + $40/mo per pet. Some homes may include pool ($150/mo), septic ($15/mo), and/or HOA fees; other fees may apply.

    2318 Blair Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    $2,245 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,740 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    268 Rubrum Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    Property Id: 1175329This townhome offers inspiring high-end details including an open layout with hardwood floors, 9' ceilings, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and gas range. 2nd floor master suite offers space and refinement with huge walk-in shower, double-bowl, cultured marble countertops and large walk-in closets. Enjoy the best location in the Waterstone

    268 Rubrum Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    $2,190 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,504 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    1523 Nc-86, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    Property Id: 2595683Private country feel just minutes from downtown Hillsborough! This charming ranch-style home offers a rare opportunity to enjoy space, privacy, and a large yard while remaining less than 4 minutes from shops, restaurants, and everything downtown has to offer. Perfect for gardening enthusiasts, nature lovers, and those seeking room to spread out. Pick your own grapes

    1523 Nc-86, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    $1,595

    Total Monthly Price

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,086 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    302 W Hill Ave S Unit 302 West Hill Ave S, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    Live in West Hillsborough with privacy and easy access to the town amenities. Access to nature on a wooded lot and the privacy of an actual home instead of a noisy condo or apartment complex. Fully Renovated duplex available. Modern kitchen, stainless steel appliances and tile throughout. Hardwood floors, fireplace, shared private back yard. Deck with access to the back yard. You can get anywhere

    302 W Hill Ave S Unit 302 West Hill Ave S, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    $2,200 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,715 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    509 Brightleaf Rd, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    This two-story townhome is located in the Collins Ridge development in Hillsborough, with easy access to I-85 and I-40. This location is convenient to downtown historic Hillsborough, local shopping plazas, Orange County Sportsplex, and all Triangle destinations. A covered front patio welcomes you to the home. The living, dine and kitchen areas are on the main level. As you enter the home there is

    Andrew Bennett Louise Beck Properties, Inc

    509 Brightleaf Rd, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    $1,700 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 985 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    531 Lakeshore Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    Hillsborough Charmer with three bedrooms. Updated kitchen. Updated bath. Hardwood flooring and luxury vinyl plank flooring. Fully applianced. You will love the gracious front porch and rear porch. Pets per policy.No undergraduates, please.Smoking and/or vaping of any kind is strictly prohibited in our homes.Qualified tenants will have a minimum 635 credit score, a

    531 Lakeshore Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    $5,000 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,364 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    225 E Corbin St, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    Fully Furnished, Immaculate 2BR, 2BA Carriage Home located in Historic Hillsborough!! Serene setting with mature trees & landscaping. Private, fenced yard with brick and stone patios are ideal for relaxing and enjoying your morning coffee. Minutes to all that charming downtown Hillsborough has to offer - restaurants, Weaver Street Market, Orange County Historical Museum and more! This home has

    Mike Montpetit Town & Country Realty, Inc.

    225 E Corbin St, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    $1,400 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 900 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    1900 Old Nc 10, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    This spacious 2 bedroom/2 bath one level duplex unit located on Old NC Hwy 10 feels like country living, but has convenient access to major highways I-40 & I-85. Just minutes from charming downtown Hillsborough, or a short trip down the highway to Durham and Chapel Hill, this home is ideally situated. The up-to-date interior features new (2021) luxury vinyl flooring throughout the home and fresh

    1900 Old Nc 10, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    $2,200 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,356 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    124 Brownville St, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    This newly renovated single-level home is minutes from the shops and restaurants of downtown Hillsborough, and close to Gold Park, the River Walk, and I-85. The residence shares a nearly half-acre lot with another dwelling, which is situated behind the home. As you enter the home, you're welcomed by a hallway featuring parquet flooring and multiple doorways that provide a seamless flow to the

    Andrew Bennett Louise Beck Properties, Inc

    124 Brownville St, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    $1,700 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 945 Sq Ft
    • Three Bedroom House in Hillsborough - Available August 8th!

    2300 Redbird Ln, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    Offered by Acorn + Oak Property Management. It’s time to move to Hillsborough! You can’t miss this nice three bedroom house with hardwood floors and carpet in the bedrooms. Natural light floods through the kitchen from big windows outlining the deck. Every inch of this home has been laid out in a smart and thoughtful way, ready for you to make this your new home. Washer + Dryer included

    2300 Redbird Ln, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    $3,495 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 3,182 Sq Ft
    • “Two Living Spaces. One Incredible Opportunity

    2707 Little River Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    Welcome to 2707 Little River Drive—where style, space, and versatility come together in one stunning residence nestled in desirable Durham County, in the charming city of Hillsborough.This beautifully enhanced home offers a sophisticated 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout on the main level, designed with effortless flow and an abundance of natural light. Every space feels intentional, warm, and

    2707 Little River Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    $1,350 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 598 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    535 Harper Rd, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    Welcome to 535 Harper Rd in Hillsborough, NC! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers 598 square feet of comfortable living space in a convenient and desirable location.Inside, you’ll find a warm and inviting layout designed for easy living, with just the right amount of space to feel comfortable and functional. Whether you’re looking for a quiet place to call home or a convenient

    535 Harper Rd, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    $1,575 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 960 Sq Ft
    • Centrally Located 2 Bedroom In Hillsborough With Great Updates!

    1812 Orange Grove Rd, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    Offered by Acorn + Oak Property Management. The pool is open at Orange Grove Road! Available in August - Enjoy this beautifully renovated 2-Bedroom condo just 1-mile away from the heart of downtown Hillsborough. Tile floors throughout the downstairs, carpet upstairs, gorgeous granite countertops, updated kitchen cabinets, and more. You won’t want to leave the back patio as you grill out

    1812 Orange Grove Rd, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    $1,300 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 936 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    104 Daphine Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    This 2 bedroom/1.5 bath home in Hillsborough has the best of both worlds: it is close to trendy downtown Hillsborough, but on a quiet side street where you can really relax and feel at home. With a two-story layout, this efficient floor plan allows for plenty of privacy while keeping everything within reach. Case in point: the eat-in kitchen also contains the laundry closet, keeping things

    104 Daphine Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    $1,600 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 840 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    524 Short St W, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    Property has 2 Single-Family Homes on a single lot with a shared driveway and private fenced yards.524 Short Street is the back / smaller of two single-family homes on a single large lot in Hillsborough - that we therefore refer to as the Hillsborough Duplex. But other than a shared driveway, these are two completely separate houses, with 524 being 2-Bedrooms / 1 Bath @ 840 SqFt. Located

    524 Short St W, Hillsborough, NC 27278
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    $1,750 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,331 Sq Ft
    • Gorgeous Three Bedroom Home!

    518 Buttonwood Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278

    This spacious three bedroom home is move in ready! Two full bathrooms, with the primary bathroom featuring a unique custom shower! Washer and dryer included. Hardwood flooring throughout! Central AC and heat, plenty of ceiling fans. Gorgeous light wood kitchen cabinetry, all appliances included. Spacious yard with plenty of sun OR shade to enjoy! Text for info!

    518 Buttonwood Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278

Why Live in Hillsborough

Hillsborough, North Carolina, is a small town rich in history and creativity, nestled along the Eno River and Occoneechee Mountain. Established in 1754, it was originally a village for the Occaneechi people, and efforts by nonprofits like The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough continue to preserve and highlight its diverse past. The town, home to nearly 10,000 residents, features well-preserved Colonial and Revolutionary War-era architecture and is known for its public art and barbecue. Hillsborough Elementary and Cedar Ridge High are highly rated schools, contributing to the town's educational appeal. The Riverwalk Greenway, a 3-mile urban trail, connects several neighborhoods and parks, including Gold Park, which boasts a pollinator garden and bee hotel. Occoneechee Speedway, a historic NASCAR dirt track, now serves as a walking trail. Downtown Hillsborough offers a vibrant creative scene with boutiques, galleries, and long-standing eateries like Saratoga Grill and Hillsborough BBQ Company. Annual events such as the Hillsborough Hog Day BBQ Festival and Handmade Parade add to the town's charm. Commuting is facilitated by Interstates 85 and 40, and the town is about 27 miles from Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Hillsborough has a lower crime rate compared to the national average, enhancing its appeal as a safe community. The town is committed to sustainability, with initiatives like pollinator habitats and stormwater management. Residents experience all four seasons, with hot summers and mild winters.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to rent a home in Hillsborough, NC?
The median rent for a home in Hillsborough, NC is $1,870 per month, though prices vary by neighborhood, size, and property type. As of June 2026, condos tend to be the most affordable option while single-family homes and townhouses are currently more expensive.
How much do you need to make to afford rent in Hillsborough, NC?
To comfortably afford the median rent in Hillsborough, NC, a household needs to earn roughly $74,800 per year. This is based on the common guideline that households should spend no more than 30% of gross income on housing. Most landlords require monthly household income of at least 3x the monthly rent, and with a median rent of $1,870 per month in Hillsborough, NC, renters typically need to show $5,610 per month in gross income to qualify. Actual affordability will vary depending on household debts, other living expenses, and overall budget.
Is it more affordable to rent or buy in Hillsborough, NC?
In Hillsborough, NC, the price-to-rent ratio is 23.0, which generally favors renting. This ratio divides the median home price by the annual median rent: below 15 typically favors buying, 15 to 20 is balanced, and above 20 typically favors renting. Your finances, how long you plan to stay, and costs like mortgage rates, taxes, and maintenance all factor into the decision.
What neighborhoods in Hillsborough, NC are best for renting a home?
The best neighborhood for renting in Hillsborough, NC depends on your priorities: commute, walkability, budget, and lifestyle all play a role. Popular areas for renting a home include West Durham, North Durham, Omah Street, Erwin and Watts Hospital-Hillandale, each with its own character and price range.

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
25
Median Rent
$1,870
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,000
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,200
Median Condo Rent
$1,913
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