
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Durham, CT from $500 (51 Rentals)
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238 Main St

238 Main St

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Wharfside Commons

Tremont Flats

Meriden Commons

Woodrow Wilson Apartments

Stoneycrest Tower

278 Chamberlain Rd

278 Chamberlain Rd
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Charles Street Place Apartments

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Encore

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Parker Place

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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On Ward Apartments

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Southwind Apartments

The Meriden

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Merritt Station Apartments

Fernwood Apartments

The Wilcox

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Sagamore Hills

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Britannia Commons

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Meadoway Gardens

Midd-Town Apartments
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Middletown Ridge Apartments

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ReNew Wallingford

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Brainerd Place

250 Kensington Ave

682 Old Colony Rd

Harbor Brook

135 Burgundy Hill Ln

1113 Portland-Cobalt Rd
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20 Burgundy Hill Ln

562 Main St

166 Gravel St

5 Colony St

Birchwood Apartments

584 Main St

70 Burgundy Hill Ln

South Green Apartments

54 Oak St

36 Sigwin Dr
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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 | $1,670 | $1,100 | $2,554 |
| Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,953 | $1,066 | $2,974 |
| Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,442 | $500 | $3,646 |
| Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,865 | $1,600 | $4,276 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Durham, CT
Pricing Updated: 07/25/2026Current 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 | $3,500 | $1,100 | 14 |
Cheapest Available Durham Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Durham, CT is a 2 Beds unit found at Wharfside Commons in the East Hampton Portland neighborhood priced from $500. Stoneycrest Tower in the Cromwell Middletown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,133. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Durham apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wharfside Commons | 2Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $500 |
| Stoneycrest Tower | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,133 |
| Charles Street Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Encore | 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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Durham, CT and Nearby
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Durham area is the $1.83 price per square foot C1E Model at Northwoods East in the in the Cromwell Middletown neighborhood starting from $2,843. The second greatest value Durham apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Westfield Glen starting at $2,200 with a $1.47 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwoods East | C1E | 3BR,2BA | $1.83 |
| 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 |
| Wharfside Commons | 2Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.52 |
| Charles Street Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Victoria Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Northridge Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Woodrow Wilson Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Willowcrest | One Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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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 $500 at Wharfside Commons.
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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