3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC (343 Rentals)

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Alta Rowe
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$2,215 - $2,346
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Alta Rowe

1121 Chronicle DrDurham, NC 27703
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Ellis Station
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$2,349 - $2,528
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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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Aventura RTP
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$1,814 - $2,761
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$1,246 - $2,761

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3 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 4

Aventura RTP

200 Edinborough DrDurham, NC 27703
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Wye Junction
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$3,648 - $9,366
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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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$2,081 - $2,372
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$1,471 - $2,372

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$1,471 - $2,372
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Kelby Farms

1122 Medlin RdDurham, NC 27707
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Forayna Davis Park
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$2,839 - $2,939
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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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$4,524 - $4,644
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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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$2,109 - $2,491
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$1,425 - $2,491

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Candour House

1050 Slater RdDurham, NC 27703
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Brizo Apartments
$2,045 - $2,093
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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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$1,996 - $2,102
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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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$3,450 - $3,720
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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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$1,746 - $9,338
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$1,218 - $9,338

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Avana 55Twelve

5512 Sunlight DrDurham, NC 27707
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Cortland at RTP
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$1,740 - $5,571
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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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Independence Park
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$1,599 - $1,986
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$1,408 - $1,986

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Independence Park

215 William Penn PlzDurham, NC 27704
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The Churchill
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$1,689 - $1,933
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$1,606 - $2,053

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The Churchill

1400 E Cornwallis RdDurham, NC 27713
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Avana On Broad
$1,732 - $6,864
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$1,232 - $6,930

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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: August 20, 2026

There are currently 3150 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Durham, NC that range in price from $1,300 to $11,226. 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 Durham222$2,145$1,300
East Durham200$2,220$1,300
South Durham172$2,035$1,375
Eastern Durham126$2,245$1,300
Outer South Durham114$1,828$1,375
Downtown Durham108$1,986$1,300
Outer Chapel Hill106$2,201$1,395
Outer Downtown Durham84$1,986$1,300
RTP83$2,321$1,399
NCCU69$2,513$1,300

Largest Available Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Durham, NC is found at Bradford Cary in the Scottish Hills neighborhood and is 3,115 square feet priced from $4,195. NightStar Village in the South Durham neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 2,503 square feet and currently listed start at $2,749. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Durham:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Bradford CaryTH C3,115 Sq Ft$4,195
NightStar VillageChestnut2,503 Sq Ft$2,749
EmorieThe Merit2,287 Sq Ft$4,325
Ninth Street Commons3 Beds, 3 Baths2,200 Sq Ft$3,125
NOVEL Morrisville by Crescent Communities3 Bed / 2.5 Bath2,062 Sq Ft$3,609
Cosgrove HillC42,036 Sq Ft$3,258
Vetra Forest Hills - Lexington StreetC32,000 Sq Ft$1,825
Page OaksColeman1,954 Sq Ft$2,894
ABODE at Stella ViewRowan1,924 Sq Ft$2,733
Berkshire Main StreetMorehead1,914 Sq Ft$3,991

Cheapest Available Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 20, 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 32D Model at Willowdaile starting at $1,350 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Durham is currently $2,358. 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
Willowdaile32D$1,350
Avon CrossingsThree Bed and Two Bath$1,385
Forest Glen ApartmentsOak$1,399
SoHo Apartment Homes3x1.5 Standard- Call for Availability$1,400
Glen Lennox Apartments3 Bedroom 1 Bath A$1,425
Pendleton TownhomesThree Bedroom Townhome$1,450
Crossings @ 501 ApartmentsBiltmore Semi-Upgraded - Call for Availability$1,450
South Point3 Bedroom 2 Bathoom$1,499
Rippling Stream Townhomes3x2.5$1,503

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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 $2,358.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Durham is a 3,115 square feet unit starting from $4,195 at Bradford Cary.

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

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Durham is currently 1,738 sq ft.

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