Cheap Apartments for Rent in Durham, CA from $300 (29 Rentals)

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1050 E 8th 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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418 Hazel St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

418 Hazel St

418 Hazel 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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Bidwell Oaks Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bidwell Oaks Apartments

700 Salem StChico, CA 95928
Senior Living
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7th Street Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7th Street Manor

1043 W 7th StChico, CA 95928
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Bar Triangle
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bar Triangle

2225 Bar Triangle StChico, CA 95928

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7th Street Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7th Street Manor

1013 W 7th StChico, CA 95928
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Mansion
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mansion

510 Nord AveChico, CA 95926
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Humboldt Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Humboldt Park

1850 Humboldt RdChico, CA 95928
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321 Normal
2 Bedroom Apartments

321 Normal

321 NormalChico, 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 1 Bed unit found at 418 Hazel St in the Downtown Chico neighborhood priced from $690. The Urban in the Downtown Chico neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $870. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Durham apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
418 Hazel St1/51BR,5BA$690
The UrbanThe URBAN - Fall Semester Lease! Limited Availa...1BR,1BA$870
Senior Apartments at B20One Bedroom1BR,1BA$912
The Four Seasons2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1,295
Redwood Cove Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,420
Avery Oaks Apartments1 Bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,500
Glenbrook ApartmentsStandard Two Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$1,518
Stadium Village Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1,625
Pine Tree Apartments2 Bedroom 1.25 Bath - Call for Availability2BR,1BA$1,660

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Durham, CA and Nearby

As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Durham area is the $2.12 price per square foot 4/2 Model at 418 Hazel St in the in the Downtown Chico neighborhood starting from $2,760. The second greatest value Durham apartment is the 1514 Oakdale St Model at 1514 Oakdale St, Unit B starting at $1,895 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Downtown Chico neighborhood. 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.
418 Hazel St4/24BR,2BA$2.12
1514 Oakdale St, Unit B1514 Oakdale St4BR,2BA$1.58
Pine Tree Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bath - Now Leasing for Summer 20263BR,2BA$1.98
Glenbrook ApartmentsStandard Two Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.39
Courtyard at OakdaleTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.81
Stadium Village Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.71
Avery Oaks Apartments1 Bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.76
Senior Apartments at B20One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38
The EdgeFurnished One-bedroom suite with private bathro...1BR,1BA$2.47
Pomona West Student ApartmentsUpgraded Kitchen Apartment (4 Bedroom 2 Bathroo...4BR,2BA$2.16

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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 $690 at 418 Hazel St.

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 $1,090 at Senior Apartments at B20.

What is the most affordable Durham Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Durham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stadium Village Apartments and starts from $1,625.

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