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Cheapest Available Durham County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Durham County, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Dupont Circle in the Downtown Durham neighborhood priced from $722. Vivo Living Durham in the Downtown Durham neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $805. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Durham County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dupont CircleThe Brightleaf 6001BR,1BA$722
Vivo Living DurhamCARO-B - The Carolinas - BStudio,1BA$805
Mission University PinesA11BR,1BA$833
Vivo Living Forest HillsSTDO - StudioStudio,1BA$839
Vivo Living Ivy CreekSTDO - StudioStudio,1BA$839
Lenox EastThe Brightleaf 6501BR,1BA$846
Icon Downtown DurhamA1 Studio C Standard -Call for AvailabilityStudio,1BA$875
Fox ChaseThe Brightleaf 6501BR,1BA$879
Willowdaile111BR,1BA$880
Avalon EastThe Brightleaf 6501BR,1BA$882

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Durham County, NC

As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Durham County area is the $1.06 price per square foot The Trinity 1800 Model at Lochridge in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $1,901. The second greatest value Durham County apartment is the Pine Model at Forest Glen Apartments starting at $1,600 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the South Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Durham County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
LochridgeThe Trinity 18003BR,2.5BA$1.06
Forest Glen ApartmentsPine4BR,2BA$1.19
2211 Morehead Ave2BR/2BA Upper Floor2BR,2BA$1.00
The Village at Auburn Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.21
Taylor's PondThe Eno 11622BR,2.5BA$1.14
Balfour West2 Bedroom Townhome Renovated2BR,2.5BA$1.20
Foxridge ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bathroom 60%3BR,2BA$1.15
Colonial Townhouses- Students save up to 10%!Yorktown2BR,1.5BA$1.22
Encore at the ParkA11BR,1BA$1.19
Viceroy ApartmentsVR 2x12BR,1BA$1.19

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Durham County Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Durham County?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Durham County is at Vivo Living Durham listed at $805.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Durham County Apartment is $722 at Dupont Circle.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Durham County is starting from $950 at The Oaks at Northgate.

What is the most affordable Durham County Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Durham County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Foxridge Apartments and starts from $1,295.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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!