1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC (465 Rentals)

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Ellis Station
$1,425 - $1,833
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$1,459 - $2,558
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Ellis Station

2015 Watchorn StDurham, NC 27703
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Griffin Durham
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$1,570 - $2,155
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$1,405 - $3,505
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Griffin Durham

509 N Mangum StDurham, NC 27701
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Beckon
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$1,799 - $3,115
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$1,845 - $4,844
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Beckon

311 Liggett StDurham, NC 27701
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Candour House
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$1,521 - $2,126
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$1,388 - $2,879
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Candour House

1050 Slater RdDurham, NC 27703
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Cortland Bull City
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$1,472 - $6,612
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$1,341 - $7,992
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$1,341 - $7,992
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Cortland Bull City

600 Willard StDurham, NC 27701
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Brizo Apartments
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$1,379 - $1,700
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$1,404 - $2,316
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Brizo Apartments

1108 Merrion AveDurham, NC 27703
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810 Ninth
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$1,687 - $2,305
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$1,533 - $3,865
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810 Ninth

810 9th StDurham, NC 27705
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Avana 55Twelve
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$1,279 - $6,091
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$1,320 - $6,132
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Avana 55Twelve

5512 Sunlight DrDurham, NC 27707
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Cortland at RTP
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$1,237 - $4,153
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$1,273 - $5,108
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Cortland at RTP

300 Seaforth DrDurham, NC 27713
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Element at Creekside
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$1,144 - $1,169
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$1,159 - $1,454
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Element at Creekside

18 Weather Hill CirDurham, NC 27706
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Durham 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 20, 2026

There are currently 15384 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Durham, NC that range in price from $768 to $6,132. Downtown Durham, Outer Downtown Durham and South Durham are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Durham with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Durham623$1,599$775
Outer Downtown Durham535$1,681$775
South Durham501$1,424$817
East Durham477$1,538$775
Watts Hospital Hillandale453$1,695$900
Outer East Durham445$1,400$775
Omah Street Citizens419$1,695$900
West Village418$1,695$800
Brightleaf415$1,695$800
American Tobacco414$1,695$800

Largest Available Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Durham, NC is found at Atlas Blue Hill in the Downing Creek neighborhood and is 1,643 square feet priced from $2,625. Apartments at The Arboretum in the Beechtree neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,200 square feet and currently listed start at $1,995. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Durham:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Atlas Blue HillA7.TH1,643 Sq Ft$2,625
Apartments at The ArboretumRA5DTH1,200 Sq Ft$1,995
Griffin WestonThe Harrison1,184 Sq Ft$2,227
Cortland Bull CityLorilard1,166 Sq Ft$2,176
Lofts at LakeviewA151,115 Sq Ft$1,895
The Aster CaryA6M1,102 Sq Ft$1,696
EmorieThe Intelligence1,097 Sq Ft$2,195
Forayna Davis ParkA81,094 Sq Ft$2,019
Station NineA3 Loft1,073 Sq Ft$2,325
Ashley Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment Homes816 Sq Ft$1,251

Cheapest Available Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 20, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Durham, NC is the Dillard (Inside Unit) - 1st floor - Suite A Model starting from $800 at Private Room with Walk-In Closet – Utilities & WiFi Included in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood. The second most affordable Durham 1 Bedroom is the RH 1B 1B Model at Rolling Hills Apartments starting at $835 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Durham is currently $1,601. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Durham:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Private Room with Walk-In Closet – Utilities & WiFi IncludedDillard (Inside Unit) - 1st floor - Suite A$800
Rolling Hills ApartmentsRH 1B 1B$835
Reserve @ Blu Townhomes1x1 Standard- Call For Availability$900
The Oaks at NorthgateThe Magnolia$900
Strawberry Hill Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$900
Crossings @ 5011x1 Creekview Classic- Call for Availability$900
Icon Downtown DurhamA3 1x1 C Standard-Call for Availability$900
Avalon EastThe Brightleaf 650$910
The Mews Apartments and TownhomesThe Dover$925
Fox ChaseThe Brightleaf 650$927

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Durham Overview

In the middle of North Carolina, just northwest of Raleigh sits Durham. Known as the City of Medicine, it is home to Duke University, North Carolina State University, and The University of NC at Chapel Hill. Making up an area known as Research Triangle, it is one of the most high-tech research and development parks in the country. Once driven by its roots in the tobacco industry, the city is now a leader in education, technology, and medicine. Durham is a charming city with a rich history, diverse culture, and pioneering spirit. There are plenty of great apartments in Durham with nearby entertainment, cultural events, nightlife, and some of the best soul food and pulled-pork barbecue joints to satisfy every foodie.

Why live in Durham, NC?

U.S. News ranked Raleigh-Durham as the No. 4 Best Place to Live in 2016. Due to its strong job market, home values, and high quality of life, it attracts nearly 80 new residents per day. It is a young, diverse, friendly, and well-educated community that has a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy dining out, meeting at one of the local microbreweries, taking a stroll in the beautiful green spaces, or hanging out at the growing music and art scene. The cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, so it is the perfect area for new families.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Durham Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Durham with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Durham is at Private Room with Walk-In Closet – Utilities & WiFi Included listed at $800.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Durham Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Durham is $1,601.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Durham Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Durham is a 1,643 square feet unit starting from $2,625 at Atlas Blue Hill.

What is the average size for Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Durham is currently 1,852 sq ft.

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