Cheap Apartments for Rent in Durham, CT from $600 (19 Rentals)
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81 W Main St

63 W Main St

222 E Main St
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666 Main St

1023 Old Colony Rd
Durham, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Durham?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Durham Studio Apartments | $1,566 | $1,025 | $1,995 |
Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,046 | $639 | $3,285 |
Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,535 | $768 | $7,270 |
Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,107 | $2,200 | $4,128 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Durham, CT
Pricing Updated: 08/28/2025Current apartment rentals in the Durham, CT area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Durham Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Durham East Haddam | $2,000 | $1,100 | 60 |
Cheapest Available Durham Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Durham, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Tremont Flats in the Southington Berlin neighborhood priced from $639. Meriden Commons in the Southington Berlin neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,081. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Durham apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Tremont Flats | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $639 |
Meriden Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,081 |
The Kennedy Building | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
Parker Place | Vintage Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
Charles Street Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Durham, CT and Nearby
As of August 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Durham area is the $1.60 price per square foot 1 Model at Westfield Glen in the in the Southington Berlin neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Durham apartment is the 2BR Townhouse w/Den LG Model at Britannia Commons starting at $2,295 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Southington Berlin 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. |
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Westfield Glen | 1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.60 |
Britannia Commons | 2BR Townhouse w/Den LG | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.60 |
250 Kensington Ave | Two bed Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Tremont Flats | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.58 |
StoneGate Apartments | Renovated 2 Bedroom with Balcony with WD | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
Charles Street Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Northridge Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
The Wilcox | 1B/1B Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
The Kennedy Building | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Meriden Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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Best Local Schools in Durham, CT
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Getting Around Durham, CT
Walk Score®
25 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
20 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Durham Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Durham?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Durham is at Parker Place listed at $1,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Durham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Durham Apartment is $639 at Tremont Flats.
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 $768 at Tremont Flats.
What is the most affordable Durham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Durham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Wilcox and starts from $2,100.
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