1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC (484 Rentals)

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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: January 02, 2026

There are currently 16808 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Durham, NC that range in price from $450 to $4,140. Downtown Durham, South Durham and East 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 Durham647$1,580$700
South Durham644$1,342$864
East Durham561$1,578$450
Outer Downtown Durham553$1,664$700
NCCU462$1,769$450
Brightleaf460$1,745$850
American Tobacco454$1,750$850
West Village454$1,745$850
Outer East Durham450$1,338$450
Watts Hospital Hillandale435$1,735$899

Largest Available Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Durham, NC is found at 107 E Parrish St in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood and is 1,680 square feet priced from $2,600. Beckon has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,305 square feet and currently listed start at $3,250. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Durham:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
107 E Parrish St1 Bed, 2 baths1,680 Sq Ft$2,600
BeckonA91,305 Sq Ft$3,250
MAA PreserveThe Riveria1,260 Sq Ft$1,523
Sutton StationThe Duke 12111,211 Sq Ft$1,392
Apartments at The ArboretumRA5DTH1,200 Sq Ft$1,840
Ashley Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment Homes1,173 Sq Ft$1,113
Cortland Bull CityLorilard1,166 Sq Ft$1,936
West VillageA1V-21,162 Sq Ft$2,028
Berkshire Ninth StreetMontgomery Loft B1,129 Sq Ft$2,346
SOUTHPOINT VILLAGEA81,100 Sq Ft$1,678

Cheapest Available Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 02, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Durham, NC is the The Brightleaf 525 Model starting from $834 at Dupont Circle in the Downtown Durham neighborhood. The second most affordable Durham 1 Bedroom is the The Brightleaf 650 Model at Lenox East starting at $850 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Durham is currently $1,567. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Durham:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Dupont CircleThe Brightleaf 525$834
Lenox EastThe Brightleaf 650$850
Avalon EastThe Brightleaf 650$869
Fox ChaseThe Brightleaf 650$882
South Point1 Bedroom 1 Bathoom$899
Regency Place Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$899
Crossings @ 5011x1 Creekview Classic- Call for Availability$900
Icon Downtown DurhamA2 1x1 C Standard-Call for Availability$900
Rolling Hills ApartmentsRH 1B 1B$900
The Oaks at NorthgateThe Magnolia$900

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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 Dupont Circle listed at $834.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Durham is $1,567.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Durham is a 1,680 square feet unit starting from $2,600 at 107 E Parrish St.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Durham is currently 1,564 sq ft.

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