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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 $693. Monarch Apartments in the Downtown Durham neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $749. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Durham County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dupont CircleThe Brightleaf 6001BR,1BA$693
Monarch ApartmentsMonarch - StudioStudio,1BA$749
Vivo Living DurhamCARO-B - The Carolinas - BStudio,1BA$799
Vivo Living Forest HillsSTDO - StudioStudio,1BA$839
Vivo Living Ivy CreekSTDO - StudioStudio,1BA$859
Avalon EastThe Brightleaf 6501BR,1BA$866
The ForestThe Willow IIStudio,1BA$875
Willowdaile111BR,1BA$880
Icon Downtown DurhamA1 Studio C Standard -Call for AvailabilityStudio,1BA$900
Fox ChaseThe Brightleaf 6501BR,1BA$924

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Durham County, NC

As of November 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Durham County area is the $1.13 price per square foot Balsam Model at Houndswood Village in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Durham County apartment is the The Eno 1250 Model at Lochridge starting at $1,488 with a $1.20 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.
Houndswood VillageBalsam3BR,3.5BA$1.13
LochridgeThe Eno 12502BR,2.5BA$1.20
Holly HillTwo Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.14
501 Towns-Lexington Street ApartmentsB1.52BR,1.5BA$1.12
Highgate TownhomesThe Eno 11622BR,2.5BA$1.18
Lenox EastThe Eno 11622BR,2.5BA$1.09
Colonial Townhouses- Students save up to 10%!Yorktown2BR,1.5BA$1.20
Encore at the ParkA11BR,1BA$1.19
Triangle PlaceThe Willow1BR,1BA$1.16
Viceroy ApartmentsVR 2x12BR,1BA$1.19

Frequently Asked Questions about Durham County

What type of rentals are currently available in Durham County?

There are currently 617 Apartments for Rent in Durham County, NC with pricing that ranges from $450 to $7,250. There are also 462 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Durham County ranging from $575 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Durham County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Durham County ranges from $575 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,849.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Durham County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Durham County range from $1,340 to $7,250, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,600.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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

Written by: Trey Huguley

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.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.