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53 South Ave

1113 Portland-Cobalt Rd

99 N Turnpike Rd

60 Center St

166 Gravel St
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209 Pearl St

71 Prospect St

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464 Pratt St Ext

238 Main St

238 Main St
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36 Sigwin Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Durham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durham 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,146 | $1,650 | $3,400 |
| Durham 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,828 | $1,500 | $3,800 |
| Durham 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,025 | $2,600 | $6,800 |
| Durham 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,150 | $4,300 | $6,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Durham, CT
Pricing Updated: 08/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the Durham, CT area range in price from $1,100 to $10,000 with an overall median price of $2,125. 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 | $2,125 | $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 |
| Stillman School Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Charles Street Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Encore | Encore Apartments | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Durham, CT and Nearby
As of August 08, 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield Glen | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.47 |
| 250 Kensington Ave | Two bed Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Middletown Ridge Apartments | The Winthrop | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| StoneGate Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Woodrow Wilson Apartments | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 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 |
| Stillman School Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Willowcrest | One Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Durham?
There are currently 55 Apartments for Rent in Durham, CT with pricing that ranges from $500 to $4,326. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Durham ranging from $750 to $6,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Durham?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Durham ranges from $750 to $6,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,531.
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