1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC (472 Rentals)

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Alta Rowe
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$1,530 - $1,745
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$1,631 - $2,346
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Alta Rowe

1121 Chronicle DrDurham, NC 27703
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Ellis Station
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$1,424 - $1,903
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$1,433 - $2,528
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$1,433 - $2,528
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Ellis Station

2015 Watchorn StDurham, NC 27703
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Wye Junction
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$1,536 - $2,767
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$1,570 - $9,366
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Wye Junction

701 Washington StDurham, NC 27701
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Kelby Farms
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$1,453 - $2,130
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$1,508 - $2,631
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$1,508 - $2,631
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Kelby Farms

1122 Medlin RdDurham, NC 27707
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Griffin Durham
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$1,615 - $2,190
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$1,705 - $3,405
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Griffin Durham

509 N Mangum StDurham, NC 27701
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Forayna Davis Park
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$1,569 - $2,029
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$1,574 - $2,939
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$1,574 - $2,939
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Forayna Davis Park

1025 Luxury LnDurham, NC 27703
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Beckon
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$1,957 - $2,555
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$2,077 - $4,644
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Beckon

311 Liggett StDurham, NC 27701
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Candour House
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$1,578 - $2,149
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$1,425 - $2,491
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Candour House

1050 Slater RdDurham, NC 27703
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Cortland Bull City
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$1,558 - $1,728
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$1,489 - $5,578
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Cortland Bull City

600 Willard StDurham, NC 27701
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Brizo Apartments
$1,414 - $1,721
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$1,436 - $2,093
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Brizo Apartments

1108 Merrion AveDurham, NC 27703
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Republic Flats
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$1,285 - $1,432
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$1,323 - $2,102
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Republic Flats

800 Finsbury StDurham, NC 27703
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810 Ninth
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$1,698 - $2,231
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$1,505 - $3,720
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$1,505 - $3,720
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810 Ninth

810 9th StDurham, NC 27705
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Avana 55Twelve
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$1,177 - $4,380
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$1,218 - $9,780
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Avana 55Twelve

5512 Sunlight DrDurham, NC 27707
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Cortland at RTP
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$1,290 - $1,365
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$1,435 - $5,571
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$1,435 - $5,571
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Cortland at RTP

300 Seaforth DrDurham, NC 27713
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Durham, NC Local Guide

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Durham 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 18, 2026

There are currently 13536 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Durham, NC that range in price from $700 to $5,118. Downtown Durham, South Durham and Outer Downtown 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 Durham562$1,645$815
South Durham476$1,436$800
Outer Downtown Durham457$1,695$815
Watts Hospital Hillandale383$1,727$850
American Tobacco382$1,791$815
Brightleaf376$1,791$815
Outer East Durham374$1,432$815
Outer Chapel Hill370$1,591$700
East Durham364$1,613$815
West Village352$1,748$815

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 $2,477. The Ramsey in the Govenors Village neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,590 square feet and currently listed start at $950. 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$2,477
The Ramsey1BR/1.0BA1,590 Sq Ft$950
Apartments at The ArboretumRA5DTH1,200 Sq Ft$1,949
Aventon CaryA9 Den1,174 Sq Ft$1,909
Ashley Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment Homes1,173 Sq Ft$1,305
The Manor at WestonA71,104 Sq Ft$1,626
The Aster CaryA6M1,102 Sq Ft$1,657
EmorieThe Intelligence1,097 Sq Ft$2,186
Forayna Davis ParkA81,094 Sq Ft$2,044
Fox Crossing Luxury ApartmentsPlymouth1,085 Sq Ft$1,639

Cheapest Available Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 18, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Durham, NC is the Dillard (Inside Unit) - 1st floor - Suite A Model starting from $840 at Community Room Rental – Durham in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood. The second most affordable Durham 1 Bedroom is the 1 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Barclay Apartments starting at $895 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Durham is currently $1,613. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Durham:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Community Room Rental – DurhamDillard (Inside Unit) - 1st floor - Suite A$840
Barclay Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths$895
Regency Place Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$899
Strawberry Hill Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$900
Crossings @ 501 ApartmentsCreekview Classic - Call for Availability$900
Icon Downtown DurhamA3 1x1 C Standard-Call for Availability$900
Reserve @ Blu Townhomes1x1 Standard- Call For Availability$900
Willowdaile11$910
Crystal VillageEmerald$949
SoHo Apartment Homes1x1 Standard-Call for Availability$950

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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 Community Room Rental – Durham listed at $840.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Durham is $1,613.

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 $2,477 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 1,560 sq ft.

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