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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Burlington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Burlington Studio Apartments | $918 | $849 | $1,251 |
Cheap Burlington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,372 | $675 | $5,550 |
Cheap Burlington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,514 | $755 | $4,753 |
Cheap Burlington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,789 | $795 | $6,789 |
Cheap Burlington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,636 | $1,499 | $1,699 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Burlington, NC
Pricing Updated: 03/09/2025Current apartment rentals in the Burlington, NC area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Burlington Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Burlington | $1,800 | $870 | 3902 |
Cheapest Available Burlington Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Burlington, NC is a Studio unit found at The Louie in the North Burlington neighborhood priced from $850. Glennwood Apartments in the North Burlington neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $870. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Burlington apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Louie | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
Glennwood Apartments | RENOVATED STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $870 |
The Venue Apartment Homes | Phase 1 - 1 x 1Standard-Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
The Pointe | 1x1 Standard-Call for Availability | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
The Pines Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Burlington, NC
As of March 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Burlington area is the $0.89 price per square foot 682 Winners Cir Model at 682 Winners Cir in the in the Lindley Park Estates neighborhood starting from $2,025. The second greatest value Burlington apartment is the 817 Chandler Ave Model at 817 Chandler Ave starting at $1,675 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the North Burlington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Burlington apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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682 Winners Cir | 682 Winners Cir | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.89 |
817 Chandler Ave | 817 Chandler Ave | 3BR,3BA | $1.18 |
Kirkwood Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
Alamance Reserve | The Mackintosh | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
Woodland Heights of Burlington | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Clifton Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Collins Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
Parliament House Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
The Pines Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
569 Parkview Dr | 569 Parkview Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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Burlington Overview
If you are looking for a beautiful place to live and work, then you may have thought about Burlington, North Carolina. Burlington is located very close to Durham and Chapel Hill, NC. Furthermore, Burlington is not that far from Greensboro, High Point, or Winston-Salem. It is a rapidly growing area, with many people looking for employment opportunities and affordable housing. With friendly people, blue skies, and beautiful weather, learn more about Burlington, NC. Then, consider looking for Burlington apartments in the local area.
Why live in Burlington, NC?
There are numerous reasons why so many people choose to live in Burlington, North Carolina. First, the cost of housing is relatively low. When compared to Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Durham, it is much less expensive to live in Burlington than it is to live in than these other major cities. Second, there are plenty of outstanding educational institutions relatively close by. Examples include Duke University in Durham and the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. Finally, you are not that far from Greensboro, Durham, Chapel Hill, or Raleigh. If you need to get to any of these cities, it is not that long of a drive.
Best Local Schools in Burlington, NC
Marvin B Smith Elementary
Walter M Williams High
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Getting Around Burlington, NC
Walk Score®
42 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Burlington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Burlington?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Burlington is at The Louie listed at $850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Burlington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Burlington Apartment is $925 at Glennwood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Burlington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Burlington is starting from $1,045 at The Pines Apartments.
What is the most affordable Burlington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Burlington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkridge Apartments and starts from $1,300.
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