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property at 600 S Duke St

$1,100 - $2,000

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600 S Duke St

DurhamNC27701
property at 711 Keystone Park Dr

$1,161

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2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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711 Keystone Park Dr

MorrisvilleNC27560

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Cheapest Available Durham County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Durham County, NC is a Studio unit found at Vivo Living Forest Hills in the South Durham neighborhood priced from $799. Vivo Living Durham in the Downtown Durham neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Durham County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vivo Living Forest HillsSTDO - StudioStudio,1BA$799
Vivo Living DurhamCARO-B - The Carolinas - BStudio,1BA$799
Vivo Living Ivy CreekSTDO - StudioStudio,1BA$799
Rolling Hills ApartmentsRH 1B 1B1BR,1BA$835
Private Room with Walk-In Closet – Utilities & WiFi IncludedDillard (Inside Unit) - 1st floor - Suite A1BR,1BA$840
Icon Downtown DurhamA1 Studio C Standard -Call for AvailabilityStudio,1BA$875
Lenox EastThe Brightleaf 6501BR,1BA$885
The Mews Apartments and TownhomesThe Dover1BR,1BA$894
The Oaks at NorthgateThe Oak2BR,1BA$899
Reserve @ Blu Townhomes1x1 Standard- Call For Availability1BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Durham County, NC

As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Durham County area is the $1.00 price per square foot C4T Model at Avalon Townhomes Brier Creek in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $2,397. The second greatest value Durham County apartment is the C1 - The London Model at Park Place Apartments starting at $1,696 with a $1.11 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.
Avalon Townhomes Brier CreekC4T3BR,3.5BA$1.00
Park Place ApartmentsC1 - The London3BR,2BA$1.11
Vetra Forest Hills - Lexington StreetB22BR,2BA$1.06
Pendleton TownhomesFour Bedroom Townhome4BR,2BA$1.25
LochridgeThe Eno 12502BR,2.5BA$1.18
Southpoint Estate ApartmentsC1 - The Madison3BR,2BA$1.22
Triangle PlaceThe Juniper2BR,2BA$1.11
Stonewood ApartmentsOakwood2BR,2BA$1.20
Rippling Stream Townhomes2x1.52BR,1.5BA$1.06
The Mews Apartments and TownhomesThe Dover1BR,1BA$1.19

Frequently Asked Questions about Durham County

What type of rentals are currently available in Durham County?

There are currently 638 Apartments for Rent in Durham County, NC with pricing that ranges from $775 to $7,343. There are also 421 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Durham County ranging from $420 to $4,800.

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 $420 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,274.

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 $1,300 to $7,343, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,650.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.