
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Durham, CT from $700 (33 Rentals)
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Meriden Commons

Woodrow Wilson Apartments

Stoneycrest Tower

278 Chamberlain Rd

Charles Street Place Apartments

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Encore

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Parker Place
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Flats at 390

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Ridgefield Apartments

Willowcrest

Middletown at Main

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Victoria Towers

Stillman School Apartments

StoneGate Apartments

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ReNew Wallingford

The Meriden

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Merritt Station Apartments

Fernwood Apartments

The Wilcox

682 Old Colony Rd

Harbor Brook
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562 Main St

135 Burgundy Hill Ln

20 Burgundy Hill Ln

5 Colony St

161 Burgundy Hill Ln

Birchwood Apartments

184 Burgundy Hill Ln

584 Main St
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South Green Apartments
Durham, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Durham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durham Studio Apartments | $1,708 | $1,100 | $2,519 |
| Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,020 | $1,066 | $2,906 |
| Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,473 | $768 | $5,398 |
| Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,807 | $1,600 | $4,081 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Durham, CT
Pricing Updated: 06/09/2026Current 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durham East Haddam | $2,200 | $1,100 | 46 |
Cheapest Available Durham Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Durham, CT is a Studio unit found at Stoneycrest Tower in the Cromwell Middletown neighborhood priced from $1,133. Charles Street Place Apartments in the Meriden Wallingford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Durham apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stoneycrest Tower | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,133 |
| Charles Street Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| 275 Research Pkwy - Encore Apartments | Encore Apartments | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Parker Place | Vintage Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Flats at 390 | 1 Bedroom - Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Ridgefield Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Woodrow Wilson Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Middletown at Main | 594-studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Willowcrest | One Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Victoria Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,447 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Durham, CT and Nearby
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Durham area is the $1.47 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Westfield Glen in the in the Southington Berlin neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Durham apartment is the Two bed Townhouse Model at 250 Kensington Ave starting at $1,795 with a $1.28 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 | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.47 |
| 250 Kensington Ave | Two bed Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| StoneGate Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Charles Street Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Rose Gardens Apartments | Two Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.89 |
| Victoria Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| The Wilcox | 1B/1B Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Woodrow Wilson Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Highview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Willowcrest | One Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
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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 Stoneycrest Tower listed at $1,133.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Durham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Durham Apartment is $1,395 at Flats at 390.
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 $1,275 at Charles Street Place Apartments.
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 $1,600.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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