3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC (342 Rentals)

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Ellis Station
$2,399 - $2,558
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Ellis Station

2015 Watchorn StDurham, NC 27703
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Beckon
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$4,524 - $4,644
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$1,845 - $4,644
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Beckon

311 Liggett StDurham, NC 27701
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Candour House
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$2,299 - $2,679
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$1,389 - $2,679
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Candour House

1050 Slater RdDurham, NC 27703
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Brizo Apartments
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$2,115 - $2,316
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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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$3,450 - $3,865
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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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$1,830 - $4,777
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$1,285 - $6,132
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Avana 55Twelve

5512 Sunlight DrDurham, NC 27707
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Cortland at RTP
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$1,745 - $4,972
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$1,273 - $5,108
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Cortland at RTP

300 Seaforth DrDurham, NC 27713
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The Churchill
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$1,443
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$1,474 - $1,753
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The Churchill

1400 E Cornwallis RdDurham, NC 27713
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Avana On Broad
$1,860 - $7,145
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$1,452 - $7,211
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Avana On Broad

2335 Broad StDurham, NC 27704
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Durham, NC Local Guide

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Durham 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 21, 2026

There are currently 3021 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Durham, NC that range in price from $1,129 to $9,067. Outer East Durham, East Durham and South Durham are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Durham with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Outer East Durham217$2,195$1,300
East Durham194$2,195$1,300
South Durham187$2,016$1,367
Eastern Durham137$2,195$1,300
Outer South Durham120$1,881$1,367
Outer Chapel Hill102$2,220$1,129
RTP88$2,301$1,500
Downtown Durham87$2,119$1,300
Stone Hill73$1,668$1,300
NCCU67$2,508$1,300

Largest Available Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Durham, NC is found at Avalon Townhomes Brier Creek in the South Durham neighborhood and is 2,386 square feet priced from $2,522. Atlas Blue Hill in the Downing Creek neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 2,331 square feet and currently listed start at $6,324. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Durham:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Avalon Townhomes Brier CreekC5T2,386 Sq Ft$2,522
Atlas Blue HillC2.MZ2,331 Sq Ft$6,324
Bradford Cary3L2,005 Sq Ft$3,195
LochridgeThe Trinity 18001,986 Sq Ft$1,798
Page OaksColeman1,954 Sq Ft$2,894
ABODE at Stella ViewRowan1,924 Sq Ft$2,750
Porchlight Brier CreekBrookstream1,872 Sq Ft$2,825
Braxton TownhomesRaritan1,865 Sq Ft$2,574
Aura Booth Park3 Bed/3.5 Bath-TH11,780 Sq Ft$3,799
ABODE at ArringdonLennox1,744 Sq Ft$2,399

Cheapest Available Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 21, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Durham, NC is the 3x1.5 Standard-Call For Availability Model starting from $1,300 at Reserve @ Blu Townhomes in the Downtown Durham neighborhood. The second most affordable Durham 3 Bedroom is the 3x2.5 Model at Rippling Stream Townhomes starting at $1,349 in the Cardinal Lake neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Durham is currently $2,445. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Durham:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Reserve @ Blu Townhomes3x1.5 Standard-Call For Availability$1,300
Rippling Stream Townhomes3x2.5$1,349
Avon CrossingsThree Bed and Two Bath$1,385
Willowdaile32Z$1,385
The Oaks at NorthgateThe River Birch$1,399
SoHo Apartment Homes3x1.5 Standard- Call for Availability$1,400
Crossings @ 5013x1 Biltmore Classic- Call for Availability$1,400
Vetra Forest Hills - Lexington StreetC2.5$1,410
Pendleton TownhomesThree Bedroom Townhome$1,450
Amberton at StonewaterEmerald$1,462

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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 3 Bedroom Durham Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Durham with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Durham is at Reserve @ Blu Townhomes listed at $1,300.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Durham Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Durham is $2,445.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Durham Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Durham is a 2,386 square feet unit starting from $2,522 at Avalon Townhomes Brier Creek.

What is the average size for Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Durham is currently 1,721 sq ft.

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