Cheap Apartments for Rent in Durham, CT from $700 (27 Rentals)

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Parker Place - One Month Free!
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$1,250 - $2,500
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$1,250 - $2,500

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Parker Place - One Month Free!

53 Parker StWallingford, CT 06492
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Ridgefield Apartments
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$1,380 - $1,820
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$1,380 - $1,820

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$1,380 - $1,820
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Ridgefield Apartments

131 Ridgefield DrMiddletown, CT 06457
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property at 278 Chamberlain Rd

$1,294 - $1,412

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$1,412

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$1,412

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278 Chamberlain Rd

MiddletownCT06457

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Highview Apartments
$1,425
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$1,425

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Highview Apartments

121-131 Butternut StMiddletown, CT 06457
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562 Main St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

562 Main St

562 Main StMiddletown, CT 06457
property at 131 Burgundy Hill Ln

$1,350

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$1,350

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131 Burgundy Hill Ln

MiddletownCT06457
property at 666 Main St

$1,395

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$1,395

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$1,395

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666 Main St

MiddletownCT06457
property at 615 E Main St

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

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615 E Main St

MeridenCT06450
property at 280 Burgundy Hill Ln

$1,450

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$1,450

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$1,450

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280 Burgundy Hill Ln

MiddletownCT06457

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property at 5 Colony St

$1,250 - $1,450

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$1,450

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5 Colony St

MeridenCT06451
property at 199 Burgundy Hill Ln

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

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199 Burgundy Hill Ln

MiddletownCT06457
property at 58 Woodley Ct

$1,500

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$1,500

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58 Woodley Ct

MeridenCT06450

Durham, CT Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Durham, CT

Pricing Updated: 01/24/2026

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$9,950$1,79512

Cheapest Available Durham Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Durham, CT is a 2 Beds unit found at Tremont Flats in the Southington Berlin neighborhood priced from $768. The Kennedy Building in the Meriden Wallingford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,155. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Durham apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tremont FlatsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$768
The Kennedy BuildingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,155
Victoria TowersStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
Charles Street Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,275
Parker Place - One Month Free!Vintage StudiosStudio,1BA$1,350
275 Research Pkwy - Encore ApartmentsEncore ApartmentsStudio,1BA$1,350
Ridgefield ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,380
Flats at 3901 Bedroom - Standard1BR,1BA$1,395
Highview ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,395
Southwind ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,430

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Durham, CT and Nearby

As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Durham area is the $1.47 price per square foot 4 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Westfield Glen42BR,2.5BA$1.47
250 Kensington AveTwo bed Townhouse2BR,1BA$1.28
Tremont FlatsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.80
Britannia Commons2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.65
StoneGate Apartments2 Bed 2Bath2BR,2BA$1.77
Charles Street Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.36
Victoria TowersOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.68
The Wilcox1B/1B Loft1BR,1BA$1.89
The Kennedy BuildingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.44
Highview ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.74

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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 - One Month Free! 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 $1,155 at The Kennedy Building.

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.

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.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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