Cheap Apartments for Rent in the American Tobacco District Durham, NC from $500 (40 Rentals)

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315 Edward St

DurhamNC27701

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University Commons - Durham
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Commons - Durham

1505 Duke University RdDurham, NC 27701
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University Commons
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Commons

801-804 Underwood AveDurham, NC 27701
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Brookdale Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brookdale Apartments

815 Dacian AveDurham, NC 27701
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Daylight Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Daylight Apartments

315-317 W Trinity AveDurham, NC 27701
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Liberty Square
1 Bedroom Apartments

Liberty Square

545 Liberty StDurham, NC 27701
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Vanguard
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vanguard

544 Liberty StDurham, NC 27701

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American Tobacco District, Durham, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available American Tobacco District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the American Tobacco District area of Durham, NC is a Studio unit found at Icon Downtown Durham priced from $900. Whetstone has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,024. Here are the most affordable American Tobacco District apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Icon Downtown DurhamA1 Studio C Standard -Call for AvailabilityStudio,1BA$900
WhetstoneS1Studio,1BA$1,024
901 South Apartments Durham Downtown901 South - 1bed1BR,1BA$1,099
605 West EndBrightleaf1BR,1BA$1,193
Brightleaf on MainS2Studio,1BA$1,202
West VillageS1D-2Studio,1BA$1,217
Venable Durham ApartmentsBlackwellStudio,1BA$1,224
The Lofts at Southside Apartments1 Bedroom Loft1BR,1BA$1,255
Cortland Bull CityBlackwellStudio,1BA$1,259
Atlas DurhamPearl - OriStudio,1BA$1,270

Best Value Apartments for Rent in American Tobacco District, NC

As of November 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the American Tobacco District area is the $1.47 price per square foot 1003 Lamond Ave Model at 1003 Lamond Ave, Unit Apt B in the in the Government Services District neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value American Tobacco District apartment is the WB 3x2 Model at Willow Bend Apartments starting at $1,600 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for American Tobacco District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1003 Lamond Ave, Unit Apt B1003 Lamond Ave3BR,1BA$1.47
Willow Bend ApartmentsWB 3x23BR,2BA$1.59
American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell)Old Bull 2x12BR,1BA$2.27
Viceroy ApartmentsVR 2x12BR,1BA$1.52
The Lofts at Southside Apartments1 Bedroom Live-Work Loft1BR,1BA$1.55
901 South Apartments Durham Downtown901 South - 1bed1BR,1BA$1.52
Camden DurhamA71BR,1BA$2.32
Lantower BullhouseS2.1Studio ,1BA$2.01
WhetstoneA11BR,1BA$2.30
Cortland Bull CityAllenStudio ,1BA$2.34

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
American Tobacco District, Durham, NC

Ranked #17

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across North Carolina and customized analysis for Central Durham. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the American Tobacco District Neighborhood in Durham, NC

Walk Score®

85 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

78 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

61 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap American Tobacco District Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in American Tobacco District?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in American Tobacco District is at Icon Downtown Durham listed at $900.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom American Tobacco District Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom American Tobacco District Apartment is $950 at Icon Downtown Durham.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom American Tobacco District Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in American Tobacco District is starting from $1,280 at Viceroy Apartments.

What is the most affordable American Tobacco District Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap American Tobacco District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willow Bend Apartments and starts from $1,600.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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