- 1–3 Bedrooms
- $1,694-$2,794 Total Monthly Price
Total Monthly Price
Base Rent$1,694 - $2,794Total Monthly Price$1,694 - $2,794 - 753–1,398 Square Feet
Rent Specials
Spring Into Your Community! Apply Today and Enjoy Up to 6-WEEKS FREE! *Restrictions Apply.
About Cottages at Brightleaf
Experience cottage home living with no upstairs neighbors, a private yard, and room to breathe — all in a professionally managed community. It’s the perfect blend of apartment convenience and single-family comfort.Say goodbye to ordinary living when you rent a brand-new one, two, or three-bedroom cottage from Cottages at Brightleaf in Durham, NC. You can embrace life in a bright and open layout with beautiful finishes around each corner in our lovely cottages. Smart-home features and full-size washer and dryer sets make it easy to manage your routine, giving you more time to host gatherings in your gourmet kitchen or unwind on your enclosed yard and patio. Each home also boasts spacious bedrooms with oversized walk-in closets, so staying organized will be a breeze. When you become a resident, you’ll also enjoy benefits like online rental payments and 24-hour emergency maintenance services. And with your prime access to the entire Research Triangle area, opportunities for entertainment and adventure are all around you. It just doesn’t get more convenient than this - contact Cottages at Brightleaf today to schedule your tour.
Cottages at Brightleaf is located in the Eastern Durham Neighborhood and 27703 Zip code of Durham, NC. This community is professionally managed by Greystar Real Estate Partners
Unique Features and Amenities
- Bark Park
- BBQ Grilling Areas w/shaded
- Brand New Spacious Floor Plans
- Disc Golf
- EV Charging Stations
- Expansive Pool Deck with Lounge
- Full-Size Washer & Dryer
- Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchen
- Golf Cart Paths
- Outdoor Grilling Areas
- Patio or Balcony
- Prep Islands & Pendant Light
Property Contact Info
- Listed by:
- Agency:
- Vendor Logo:
- Website:
- View Property Website
- Call Us:
- (984) 733-0165
- Disclaimer:
Office Hours
| Monday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Thursday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Saturday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Sunday | 12:00 pm–5:00 pm |
Floorplan Pricing and Availability
Cottages at Brightleaf offers 1 to 3 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,694 and having 753–1,398 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:
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Floorplan CA1
From $1,694
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 753 sq ftTotal Monthly PriceAvailable NowTotal Monthly Price
Base Rent$1,694 - $1,794Total Monthly Price$1,694 - $1,794Model Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $1,694 Available Now 106 753 $1,794 August 31, 2026 157 753 $1,724 September 10, 2026 163 753 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
Living Space
- Walk-In Closets
Unique Features
- Brand New Spacious Floor Plans
- Full-Size Washer & Dryer
- Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchen
- Patio or Balcony
- Prep Islands & Pendant Light
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,694 - $1,794Total Monthly PriceBase Rent: $1,694 - $1,794Required Monthly Fees: None
Deposit
- $500 deposit
Unit 106 Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
Living Space
- Walk-In Closets
Unique Features
- Brand New Spacious Floor Plans
- Full-Size Washer & Dryer
- Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchen
- Patio or Balcony
- Prep Islands & Pendant Light
Unit 106 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,694Total Monthly PriceBase Rent: $1,694Required Monthly Fees: None
View Details and Rent EstimateDeposit
- $500 deposit
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,694 - $1,794Total Monthly Price
Unit 157 Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
Living Space
- Walk-In Closets
Unique Features
- Brand New Spacious Floor Plans
- Full-Size Washer & Dryer
- Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchen
- Patio or Balcony
- Prep Islands & Pendant Light
Unit 157 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,794Total Monthly PriceBase Rent: $1,794Required Monthly Fees: None
View Details and Rent EstimateDeposit
- $500 deposit
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,694 - $1,794Total Monthly Price
Unit 163 Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
Living Space
- Walk-In Closets
Unique Features
- Brand New Spacious Floor Plans
- Full-Size Washer & Dryer
- Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchen
- Patio or Balcony
- Prep Islands & Pendant Light
Unit 163 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $1,724Total Monthly PriceBase Rent: $1,724Required Monthly Fees: None
View Details and Rent EstimateDeposit
- $500 deposit
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $1,694 - $1,794Total Monthly Price
Apartment Model: CA1From $1,6941 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 753 sq ftAvailable NowFloor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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CA1 - Floorplan 1 Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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CA1 - Floorplan 2 Apartment Unit: 106Apartment Model: CA1$1,6941 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 753 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 157Apartment Model: CA1$1,7941 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 753 sq ftAvailable August 31, 2026Apartment Unit: 163Apartment Model: CA1$1,7241 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 753 sq ftAvailable September 10, 20262 Bedrooms
Floorplan CB1
$2,254
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1143 sq ftTotal Monthly PriceAvailable NowTotal Monthly Price
Base Rent$2,254Total Monthly Price$2,254Model Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $2,254 Available Now 174 1143 Unit 174 Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
Living Space
- Walk-In Closets
Unique Features
- Brand New Spacious Floor Plans
- Full-Size Washer & Dryer
- Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchen
- Patio or Balcony
- Prep Islands & Pendant Light
Unit 174 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $2,254Total Monthly PriceBase Rent: $2,254Required Monthly Fees: None
View Details and Rent EstimateDeposit
- $500 deposit
Model Lease Information
Price
- $2,254Total Monthly Price
Apartment Model: CB1$2,2542 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1143 sq ftAvailable NowFloor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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CB1 - Floorplan 1 Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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CB1 - Floorplan 2 Apartment Unit: 174Apartment Model: CB1$2,2542 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1143 sq ftAvailable Now3 Bedrooms
Floorplan CC1
From $2,689
3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1398 sq ftTotal Monthly PriceAvailable NowTotal Monthly Price
Base Rent$2,689 - $2,794Total Monthly Price$2,689 - $2,794Model Gallery
Floorplans
Availability Details
Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $2,689 Available Now 191 1398 $2,794 July 31, 2026 145 1398 $2,764 October 30, 2026 152 1398 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
Living Space
- Walk-In Closets
Unique Features
- Brand New Spacious Floor Plans
- Full-Size Washer & Dryer
- Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchen
- Patio or Balcony
- Prep Islands & Pendant Light
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $2,689 - $2,794Total Monthly PriceBase Rent: $2,689 - $2,794Required Monthly Fees: None
Deposit
- $500 deposit
Unit 191 Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
Living Space
- Walk-In Closets
Unique Features
- Brand New Spacious Floor Plans
- Full-Size Washer & Dryer
- Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchen
- Patio or Balcony
- Prep Islands & Pendant Light
Unit 191 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $2,689Total Monthly PriceBase Rent: $2,689Required Monthly Fees: None
View Details and Rent EstimateDeposit
- $500 deposit
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $2,689 - $2,794Total Monthly Price
Unit 145 Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
Living Space
- Walk-In Closets
Unique Features
- Brand New Spacious Floor Plans
- Full-Size Washer & Dryer
- Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchen
- Patio or Balcony
- Prep Islands & Pendant Light
Unit 145 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $2,794Total Monthly PriceBase Rent: $2,794Required Monthly Fees: None
View Details and Rent EstimateDeposit
- $500 deposit
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $2,689 - $2,794Total Monthly Price
Unit 152 Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Ceiling Fans
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
Living Space
- Walk-In Closets
Unique Features
- Brand New Spacious Floor Plans
- Full-Size Washer & Dryer
- Fully Equipped Gourmet Kitchen
- Patio or Balcony
- Prep Islands & Pendant Light
Unit 152 Lease Information
Unit Price
- $2,764Total Monthly PriceBase Rent: $2,764Required Monthly Fees: None
View Details and Rent EstimateDeposit
- $500 deposit
Model Lease Information
Model Price Range
- $2,689 - $2,794Total Monthly Price
Apartment Model: CC1From $2,6893 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1398 sq ftAvailable NowFloor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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CC1 - Floorplan 1 Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details.
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CC1 - Floorplan 2 Apartment Unit: 191Apartment Model: CC1$2,6893 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1398 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 145Apartment Model: CC1$2,7943 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1398 sq ftAvailable July 31, 2026Apartment Unit: 152Apartment Model: CC1$2,7643 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1398 sq ftAvailable October 30, 2026
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Property Information
- 99 Units
- 1 Story
- Built in 2024
Lease Terms
- 12 - 17 mo
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.
Required Fees
Utilities
- Pest Control ServicesiMax of 1. Amount for pest control services.$5/mo
- Utility - Billing Administrative FeeiMax of 1. Amount to manage utility services billing.$3.75/mo
- Trash Services - DoorstepiMax of 1. Amount for doorstep trash removal from rental home.$20/mo
- Utility - Water/SeweriMax of 1. Usage-Based (Utilities). Amount for provision and/or consumption of water and sewer services.Varies/mo
- Internet ServicesiMax of 1. Amount for internet services provided by community.$65/mo
One-Time Basics
- Due at Application
- Application FeeiMax of 10. Amount to process application, initiate screening, and take a rental home off the market.$75
- Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit (Refundable)iMax of 1. Amount intended to be held through residency that may be applied toward amounts owed at move-out. Refunds processed per application and lease terms.$500
- Administrative FeeiMax of 1. Amount to facilitate move-in process for a resident.$250
Other Fees and Policies
Situational Fees
- Access Device - ReplacementiMax of 1. Amount to obtain a replacement access device for community; fobs, keys, remotes, access passes.$50/per occurrence
- Returned Payment Fee (NSF)iMax of 1. Amount for returned payment.$25/per occurrence
- Security Deposit - Additional (Refundable)iMax of 1. Additional amount, based on screening results, intended to be held through residency that may be applied toward amounts owed at move-out. Refunds processed per application and lease terms.$1500/per occurrence
- Renters Liability Only - Non-ComplianceiMax of 1. Amount for not maintaining required Renters Liability Policy.$15/per occurrence
- Month-to-Month FeeiMax of 1. Amount, in addition to base rent, for a month-to-month lease.$750/mo
Pet Fees
- Cat
- Pet RentiMax of 2. Monthly amount for authorized pet.$25/mo
- Pet FeeiMax of 1. Amount to facilitate authorized pet move-in.$400
- Pet Fee - Additional PetiMax of 1. Amount to facilitate additional authorized pet move-in.$200
- Dog
- Pet RentiMax of 2. Monthly amount for authorized pet.$25/mo
- Pet FeeiMax of 1. Amount to facilitate authorized pet move-in.$400
- Pet Fee - Additional PetiMax of 1. Amount to facilitate additional authorized pet move-in.$200
- 2 Pet Limit
- 2 Pet Limit
Max of 2.
Max of 2.
Cats
Livestock, farm animals including potbellied pigs, and poisonous, dangerous, or exotic animals such as snakes and spiders are prohibited. Any animal may be deemed unacceptable by Landlord. The following types of dogs are prohibited, even if mixed with other breeds: American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Bull Mastiff, Akita, Chow, Doberman, Pit Bull, Presea Canario, Rottweiler, Wolf, Wolf hybrids, and any combination thereof.
Comments: We welcome two pets per apartment home. The first pet fee is $400 and an additional $200 for the second. Monthly pet rent is per pet. Please call our leasing office for complete pet policy information.
Dogs
Livestock, farm animals including potbellied pigs, and poisonous, dangerous, or exotic animals such as snakes and spiders are prohibited. Any animal may be deemed unacceptable by Landlord. The following types of dogs are prohibited, even if mixed with other breeds: American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Bull Mastiff, Akita, Chow, Doberman, Pit Bull, Presea Canario, Rottweiler, Wolf, Wolf hybrids, and any combination thereof.
Comments: We welcome two pets per apartment home. The first pet fee is $400 and an additional $200 for the second. Monthly pet rent is per pet. Please call our leasing office for complete pet policy information.
Storage Fees
- Storage Unit
- Storage Rent$40/mo
- Storage Deposit$0
- Storage UnitiStorage Closets
Parking Info and Fees
- Surface LotiPlease call us regarding our Parking Policy.
Property Fee Disclaimer: Total Monthly Leasing Price includes base rent, all monthly mandatory and any user-selected optional fees. Excludes variable, usage-based, and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Security Deposit may change based on screening results, but total will not exceed legal maximums. Some items may be taxed under applicable law. Some fees may not apply to rental homes subject to an affordable program. All fees are subject to application and/or lease terms. Prices and availability subject to change. Resident is responsible for damages beyond ordinary wear and tear. Resident may need to maintain insurance and to activate and maintain utility services, including but not limited to electricity, water, gas, and internet, per the lease. Additional fees may apply as detailed in the application and/or lease agreement, which can be requested prior to applying. Pets: Pet breed and other pet restrictions apply. Rentable Items: All Parking, storage, and other rentable items are subject to availability. Final pricing and availability will be determined during lease agreement. See Leasing Agent for details.
Features and Amenities
On-Site Services
- Maintenance On Site
- Car Charging Station
Outdoor Features
- Grill
Recreation and Fitness
- Walking/Biking Trails
- Pool
Map
- Shopping
- Colleges
- Grocery
- Medical
- Parks
Map
Frequently Asked Questions about Cottages at Brightleaf
Where is Cottages at Brightleaf located?
Cottages at Brightleaf is located at 2421 Sanders Ave near the Eastern Durham area of Durham, NC
What is the current rent range at Cottages at Brightleaf?
1 Bedroom to 3 Bedroom Apartments at Cottages at Brightleaf currently range from $1,694 to $2,794
When is the leasing office open?
- The office Hours for Cottages at Brightleaf are
- Monday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
- Tuesday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
- Wednesday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
- Thursday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
- Friday 10:00 am–6:00 pm
- Saturday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
- Sunday 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
Are pets allowed?
Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets
Are there any rent specials?
The current rent special at Cottages at Brightleaf is: Spring Into Your Community! Apply Today and Enjoy Up to 6-WEEKS FREE! *Restrictions Apply..
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Nearby Schools
Neal Middle
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Points of Interest
Time and distance from Cottages at Brightleaf.
Arts Museums and Landmarks
Big Box and Retail
Publix
Walgreens
Target
Colleges and Universities
Groceries
Publix
Harris Teeter
Food Lion
Hospitals
Duke Regional Hospital
North Carolina Specialty Hospital
Rex Hospital
Parks and Recreation
Cottages at Brightleaf has 3 parks within 5.7 miles, including Burton Park, Lake Michie, and Piney Woods Park.
Shopping Centers
Cottages at Brightleaf has 5 shopping centers within 2.3 miles.
Nearby Neighborhoods
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|---|---|---|---|
| Durham Studio Apartments | $1,470 | $850 | $4,758 |
| Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,621 | $815 | $5,757 |
| Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,951 | $899 | $7,661 |
| Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,354 | $1,300 | $9,122 |
| Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,151 | $1,310 | $3,829 |
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