
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Durham, CA from $300 (69 Rentals)
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1319-1321 Normal Ave

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1079 Poplar St, Unit F

Village at The Timbers

Bidwell's Mill Apartments

735 W 6th St, Unit 2

727-731 W 6th St

The Timbers IV Group

1144-1136 W 6th St

1021 Alder St
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Chico Meadows Apartments

1334 Boucher St

1276 Humboldt Ave

141 W 12th St

522 Nord Ave

431 W 7th St

Stadium Village Apartments

2240 Notre Dame Blvd, Unit Ridgeview Condominium

137 1/2 west 21st street

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Wright Properties
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The Four Seasons

1230 Ivy St

1200 Park Avenue Senior Residential

Parkside Terrace

North Creek Crossings @ Meriam Park

Cinnamon Village

418 Hazel St

Ash Street Apartments

Campus Place Apartments
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Chico Commons

Senior Apartments at B20

Bidwell Oaks Apartments

7th Street Manor

Bar Triangle

7th Street Manor

1151 Arcadian Ave

Cedar Grove Apartments

Mansion

Humboldt Park
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Campus Place Apartments

University Terrace Apartments

321 Normal

417 Orange St

Cedar Park Apartments Chico CA

1412 N Cherry St

1020 W 3rd St

390 Ash St

349 Oak St

Hazel Student Living
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Durham, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Durham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,140 | $875 | $1,500 |
| Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,368 | $710 | $2,275 |
| Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,668 | $719 | $2,490 |
| Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,724 | $695 | $2,980 |
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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. 0632 - The Boardwalk Townhomes in the Downtown Chico neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $760. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Durham apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 418 Hazel St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
| 0632 - The Boardwalk Townhomes | Private Bedroom and Bathroom in brand new 3 bed... | 3BR,1BA | $760 |
| The Urban | The URBAN - Fall Semester Lease! Limited Availa... | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Senior Apartments at B20 | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,090 |
| 417 Orange St | Available Now! Limited Time 2 Person Special! B... | 2BR,1BA | $1,240 |
| Chico Meadows Apartments | Two Bedroom - Partial Upgrades | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Stadium Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Wright Properties | $500 OFF - Only $500 Per Room | 3BR,2BA | $1,500 |
| 1505 West 3rd Street (K) | 1505 West 3rd Street (K) - #F | 4BR,2BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Durham, CA and Nearby
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Durham area is the $1.06 price per square foot 4BR/2.0BA Model at The Four Seasons in the in the Downtown Chico neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Durham apartment is the 1505 West 3rd Street (K) - #F Model at 1505 West 3rd Street (K) starting at $1,550 with a $1.13 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Four Seasons | 4BR/2.0BA | 4BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| 1505 West 3rd Street (K) | 1505 West 3rd Street (K) - #F | 4BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| 418 Hazel St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.53 |
| Courtyard at Oakdale | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Wright Properties | 4 Bedroom - Upgraded | 4BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Creekview Homes | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom With Patio | 3BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Stadium Village Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Chico Meadows Apartments | Upgraded Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Senior Apartments at B20 | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| 1079 Poplar St, Unit F | 1079 Poplar St | 1BR,6.5BA | $1.67 |
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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 0632 - The Boardwalk Townhomes and starts from $760.
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