Cheap Apartments for Rent in Durham, CA from $300 (9 Rentals)

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$690 - $2,760

1 To 4 Bedroom Rentals

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418 Hazel St

ChicoCA95928
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Parkside Terrace
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside Terrace

2161-2162 Hartford DrChico, CA 95928

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Cinnamon Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cinnamon Village

1650 Forest AveChico, CA 95928
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Bidwell Oaks Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bidwell Oaks Apartments

700 Salem StChico, CA 95928
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Chico Commons
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Chico Commons

2071 Amanda WayChico, CA 95928
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Durham, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Durham Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Durham, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at Redwood Cove Apartments in the Downtown Chico neighborhood priced from $675. The URBAN - Reserve for Summer 2026! Luxury Student Housing Complex, Individual and group lease o... in the Downtown Chico neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $820. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Durham apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Redwood Cove ApartmentsUnfurnished Private Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom 2 Ba...4BR,2BA$675
The URBAN - Reserve for Summer 2026! Luxury Student Housing Complex, Individual and group lease o...The URBAN - Spring Semester Availability! Indiv...1BR,1BA$820
417 Orange St**Pre-Leasing for Summer 2026** Large 1 Bedroom...1BR,1BA$1,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Durham, CA and Nearby

As of December 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Durham area is the $1.43 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 2 Bath - Garage Model at Pomona Townhomes in the in the Downtown Chico neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Durham apartment is the The Cedar Model at Parkside Terrace starting at $1,294 with a $1.16 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Durham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pomona Townhomes4 Bedroom 2 Bath - Garage4BR,2BA$1.43
Parkside TerraceThe Cedar3BR,2BA$1.16
Glenbrook ApartmentsStandard Two Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.38
Courtyard at OakdaleTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.71
Wright Properties4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.59
Preleasing for Summer!! 2 Bedroom 1 Bath at 6th & Chestnut**Available Now** 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartments ...2BR,1BA$1.40
Humboldt Park2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.39
Chico Meadow ApartmentsUpgraded Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.54
Avery Oaks Apartments1 Bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.76
Bidwell's Mill Apartments2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.77

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Getting Around Durham, CA

Walk Score®

22 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Durham Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Durham Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Durham Apartment is $820 at The URBAN - Reserve for Summer 2026! Luxury Student Housing Complex, Individual and group lease o....

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Durham Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Durham is starting from $1,250 at Bidwell's Mill Apartments.

What is the most affordable Durham Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Durham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkside Terrace and starts from $1,294.

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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.