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Alta Blu

5840 Farrington Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27517 - Orange County

Apartment

1-3 beds

1-2 baths

626-1,392 sqft

About 5840 Farrington Rd

This apartment features an open concept living/dining room and eat-in kitchen with a disposal and dishwasher. There is wood-style flooring throughout the unit with carpeting in the bedroom(s). The apartment amenities include in-unit laundry, ample closet space and air-conditioning. The community amenities include a saltwater swimming pool, fitness center, business center, patios with grills, elevator access, club house, game room, bike storage and an on-site salon. Pets are welcome. Covered and off-street parking included. This apartment is less than a ten minute drive to I-70.

RentalSource last checked: June 8, 2026 · 3:44 PM ET

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Property Summary

Property Type:	Apartment
Rental Fee:	$1,351 - $2,519
Bedrooms:	1-3 beds
Bathrooms:	1-2 baths

Size:	626-1,392 sqft
Pet Friendly:	Inquire
Listing Status:	Active
ID:	83776644

Property Amenities

• Air Conditioning

• Carpeted Floors

• Garbage Disposal

• Dishwasher

• Walk-in Closets

Community Features

• Bike Paths

• Clubhouse

• Fitness Center

• Laundry Facilities

• Pool

• Parking

• Storage

Unit Rates

Name	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent
1-208	1	1	626	$1,351
4-314	1	1	724	$1,426
5-226	1	1	626	$1,471
3-109	1	1	723	$1,476
2-204	1	1	723	$1,481

Leasing Information

Photos are an example of similar units within the building, actual unit may vary. Availability and pricing can change daily and vary by lease term. Please contact us to schedule a showing.

Additional Details

Apartments for rent in Chapel Hill for $1,351-$2,519 with 1-3 beds, 1-2 baths, 626-1,392 sqft and located within Alta Blu at 5840 Farrington Rd in Chapel Hill, NC 27517. The averaged rental price of $1,935 is 0.9% ($18) higher than the average rent of $1,917 for apartments in Chapel Hill, NC and 10.0% ($176) higher than the average rent of $1,759 for apartments in Orange County. This apartment is in the Durham Public School District and the nearest schools are Creekside Elementary, Guy Phillips Middle School and Charles E Jordan Sr High School. Alta Blu was advertised by Alta Blu on June 8, 2026 at 9:46 AM ET.

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1 bedroom

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Name	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent
1-208	1	1	626	$1,351
4-314	1	1	724	$1,426
5-226	1	1	626	$1,471
3-109	1	1	723	$1,476
2-204	1	1	723	$1,481
5-426	1	1	626	$1,501
2-308	1	1	723	$1,511
4-205	1	1	797	$1,526
5-223	1	1	724	$1,536
1-307	1	1	724	$1,541
5-221	1	1	797	$1,556
4-107	1	1	626	$1,568
5-112	1	1	723	$1,571
5-412	1	1	723	$1,591
5-220	1	1	723	$1,606
5-108	1	1	723	$1,616
5-418	1	1	723	$1,636
2-212	1	1	880	$1,661
2-112	1	1	880	$1,671
2-312	1	1	880	$1,691
3-107	2	2	1,084	$1,785
1-306	2	2	1,084	$1,815
1-202	2	2	1,180	$1,827
5-216	2	2	1,392	$2,519
5-110	3	2	1,300	$2,186
5-122	3	2	1,303	$2,201
5-201	3	2	1,300	$2,206
5-310	3	2	1,300	$2,226
5-222	3	2	1,303	$2,306
4-201	3	2	1,300	$2,326
5-210	3	2	1,300	$2,376
5-202	3	2	1,300	$2,381
5-422	3	2	1,300	$2,406
5-401	3	2	1,300	$2,411

Alta Blu 5840 Farrington Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27517 - Orange County

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Alta Blu

5840 Farrington Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27517 - Orange County