
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC from $768 (304 Rentals)


7 Misty Creek Ct

Glenbrook East and West

Willowdaile

408 N Guthrie Ave

South Point

Pine Ridge

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Crossings @ 501

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The Oaks at Northgate

Icon Downtown Durham

Emerald Place

University Ridge Apartments

The Forest

Nova Chapel Hill

Carver Creek Apartments

Crystal Village

Triangle Park Apartments

810 Lee St
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Triangle Place

The Element Apartments

Featherstone Village

BLU Station Apartments

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Haven at Research Triangle Park

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The Hargrove at Southpoint

Stonewood Apartments
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Mission University Pines

Woodlake Reserve

ReNew Durham

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Element at Creekside

The Sawyer

Lakeside Gardens

914 Berkeley St

Southpoint Estate Apartments

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Encore at the Park

Croasdaile
Durham's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Anderson Apartments

Poplar Manor

Forest Pointe

212 Macon St

Audubon Lake

1501 Chapel Hill Rd, Unit D

1501 Chapel Hill Rd, Unit A

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Aventura RTP

MAA Duke Forest

Regency Place Apartments
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Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Durham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durham Studio Apartments | $1,481 | $799 | $3,422 |
| Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $768 | $4,621 |
| Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,985 | $850 | $5,836 |
| Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,408 | $1,110 | $8,896 |
| Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,322 | $1,095 | $7,236 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Durham Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Durham?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Durham is at Avalon East listed at $854.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Durham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Durham Apartment is $854 at Avalon East.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Durham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Durham is starting from $854 at Avalon East.
What is the most affordable Durham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Durham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Avalon East and starts from $854.
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Your Guide to the Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Durham, NC
Written by: Billy K
I'm Billy, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Durham, North Carolina. And if you’re considering settling down in Durham, you’re in luck.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.