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University Commons

303 Smith Level Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

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Highlights

  • Pool
  • Balcony
  • Patio

Pricing & Floor Plans

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Beds Baths Average SF Availability
4 Bedrooms 4 Bedrooms 4 Br 4 Baths 4 Baths 4 Ba — Not Available

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Property Information

  • Built in 1999
  • 72 units/3 stories

About University Commons

Find your new place at University Commons in Chapel Hill, NC. This property is situated at 303 Smith Level Rd in Chapel Hill. The professional leasing staff will assist you in finding your perfect home. Living here, you'll have a wide selection of features and amenities. These include: washers and dryers and convenient on-site parking options. Stop by the leasing office to schedule your tour.

University Commons is an apartment community located in Orange County and the 27516 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School District attendance zone.

Community Amenities

  • Clubhouse
  • Pool
  • Playground

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Refrigerator

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Dishwasher
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Balcony
  • Patio
Location
303 Smith Level Rd, Chapel Hill,
NC 27516
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Neighborhood

Residents of Outer Chapel Hill live in a forested residential area with tree-lined streets, spacious properties and Southern-style homes. Local churches sit on almost every corner and provide landmarks and inspiration for road names. A lot of residents have small farms on their property with horses, goats and cows roaming the fields. Some of the larger farms work to turn a profit, but locals enjoy the luxury of being gentlemen farmers who can enjoy the land and the animals as a hobby.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the sizable Carolina North Forest sit to the southeast, and I-40 runs parallel with the northern border of the neighborhood. This provides the Outer Chapel Hill area with a unique mixture of agrarian lifestyle and cultural richness.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Greater Chapel Hill Chapel Hill, NC
Studio $959 $1,523
1 Bedroom $1,182 $1,506
2 Bedrooms $1,340 $1,779
3 Bedrooms $1,738 $2,563

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 638 Sq Ft $958 $1,609 $2,038
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 773 Sq Ft $525 $1,419 $4,296
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1028 Sq Ft $849 $1,612 $3,146
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1407 Sq Ft $1,110 $2,083 $8,839
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 1663 Sq Ft $1,095 $2,087 $4,750
Amenities
  • Clubhouse
  • Pool
  • Playground
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Dishwasher
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Balcony
  • Patio
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
UNC-Chapel Hill
Drive: 9 min 3.9 mi
Duke University
Drive: 27 min 14.2 mi
N.C. Central Univ.
Drive: 29 min 14.3 mi
Durham Tech. Comm. Coll.
Drive: 30 min 16.1 mi
University Commons is within 9 minutes or 3.9 miles from UNC-Chapel Hill. It is also near Duke University and N.C. Central Univ..
Schools
Virtual Academy School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
39 Students
Nearby
St. Thomas More Catholic School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
398 Students
Nearby
Emerson Waldorf School
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
273 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

University Commons is near Raleigh-Durham International, located 19.6 miles or 32 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Durham Amtrak Station
Drive: 28 min 14.5 mi
Cary Station
Drive: 36 min 24.3 mi
Burlington Station
Drive: 42 min 27.1 mi
Raleigh Union Station
Drive: 44 min 29.1 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Raleigh-Durham International
 Drive: 32 min 19.6 mi

Walkability Near University Commons

Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50 / 100

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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean? Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs. Transit measures access to public transportation. Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads. Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling. How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
78 / 100

Traffic

Active

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Calm

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from University Commons.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
South Green
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Carr Mill Mall
Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
Willow Creek Shopping Center
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
University Commons has 3 shopping centers within 1.8 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
KidZu Children's Museum
 Drive: 7 min 2.3 mi
Coker Arboretum
 Drive: 7 min 2.4 mi
Morehead Planetarium & Science Center
 Drive: 8 min 2.5 mi
North Carolina Botanical Garden
 Drive: 7 min 3.3 mi
Piedmont Wildlife Center
 Drive: 17 min 7.6 mi
University Commons has 5 parks within 7.6 miles, including KidZu Children's Museum, Morehead Planetarium & Science Center, and Coker Arboretum.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
University of North Carolina Hospital
Drive: 7 min 2.6 mi
University Commons is 2.6 miles and a 7 minute drive from University of North Carolina Hospital.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Fort Bragg Johnsonville
Drive: 90 min 55.0 mi
Pope Army Airfield
Drive: 91 min 60.6 mi
University Commons is 55.0 miles from Fort Bragg Johnsonville, and is convenient to other military bases, including Pope Army Airfield.
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does University Commons have in-unit laundry?

University Commons has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.

What utilities are included in rent at University Commons?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at University Commons?

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Is University Commons pet-friendly?

University Commons does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does University Commons have move-in specials?

University Commons is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

Does University Commons offer Matterport 3D tours?

While University Commons does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.

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