Cheap Apartments for Rent in Durham, CT from $1,000 (31 Rentals)

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StoneGate Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

StoneGate Apartments

1150-1160 S Main StMiddletown, CT 06457
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The Wilcox
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Wilcox

305-309 S Main StMiddletown, CT 06457
property at 197 W Lake Dr

197 W Lake Dr

MiddletownCT06457

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584 Main St
Studio Apartments

584 Main St

584 Main StMiddletown, CT 06457
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Durham, CT Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Durham, CT

Pricing Updated: 07/13/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Durham East Haddam$3,500$1,50011

Cheapest Available Durham Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Durham, CT is a 2 Beds unit found at Meadoway Gardens in the Cromwell Middletown neighborhood priced from $1,000. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Meadoway Gardens22BR,1BA$1,000
Meriden Commons1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,081
The Kennedy BuildingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,155
Victoria Towers1Studio,1BA$1,200
Parker PlaceVintage StudiosStudio,1BA$1,250
Charles Street Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,275
275 Research Pkwy - Encore ApartmentsStudio (non ADA)Studio,1BA$1,300
Flats at 3901 Bedroom - Standard1BR,1BA$1,325
Ridgefield ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Woodrow Wilson ApartmentsstudioStudio,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Durham, CT and Nearby

As of July 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Durham area is the $1.27 price per square foot Two bed Townhouse Model at 250 Kensington Ave in the in the Southington Berlin neighborhood starting from $1,775. The second greatest value Durham apartment is the 1 Model at Westfield Glen starting at $2,400 with a $1.92 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
250 Kensington AveTwo bed Townhouse2BR,1BA$1.27
Westfield Glen12BR,2.5BA$1.92
Charles Street Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.36
Victoria Towers32BR,1.5BA$1.92
Fernwood Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.00
Northridge Commons2 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.82
The Wilcox1B/1B Loft1BR,1BA$1.78
The Kennedy BuildingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.44
Highview ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.72
Meriden Commons1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.56

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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

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 Victoria Towers listed at $1,200.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Durham Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Durham Apartment is $1,081 at Meriden Commons.

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 $1,000 at Meadoway Gardens.

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.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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