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

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Ellis Station
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$2,299 - $2,408
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$1,358 - $2,408

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Ellis Station

2015 Watchorn StDurham, NC 27703
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Aventura RTP
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$1,860 - $2,867
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$1,271 - $2,867

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3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 21

Aventura RTP

200 Edinborough DrDurham, NC 27703
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Wye Junction
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$3,799 - $10,092
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$1,603 - $10,092

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Wye Junction

701 Washington StDurham, NC 27701
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Kelby Farms
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$2,154 - $2,430
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$1,464 - $2,430

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$1,464 - $2,430
3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 25

Kelby Farms

1122 Medlin RdDurham, NC 27707
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Beckon
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$4,524 - $4,644
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$1,590 - $4,644

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Beckon

311 Liggett StDurham, NC 27701
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Candour House
$2,291 - $2,718
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$1,402 - $2,718

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Candour House

1050 Slater RdDurham, NC 27703
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Brizo Apartments
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$2,035 - $2,083
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$1,349 - $2,083

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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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$1,642 - $3,865

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810 Ninth

810 9th StDurham, NC 27705
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Avana On Broad
$1,709 - $7,505
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$1,354 - $7,505

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Avana On Broad

2335 Broad StDurham, NC 27704
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Cortland at RTP
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$1,800 - $5,081
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$1,277 - $5,081

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Cortland at RTP

300 Seaforth DrDurham, NC 27713
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Durham 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 05, 2026

There are currently 3161 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Durham, NC that range in price from $1,140 to $11,691. 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 Durham212$2,076$1,300
East Durham182$2,205$1,300
South Durham166$2,005$1,342
Eastern Durham118$2,205$1,300
Outer South Durham112$1,803$1,342
Downtown Durham109$1,960$1,300
RTP89$2,220$1,500
Outer Downtown Durham86$1,975$1,300
NCCU81$2,260$1,300
Outer Chapel Hill80$2,122$1,140

Largest Available Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Durham, NC is found at NightStar Village in the South Durham neighborhood and is 2,503 square feet priced from $2,749. Avalon Townhomes Brier Creek has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 2,356 square feet and currently listed start at $2,580. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Durham:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
NightStar VillageChestnut2,503 Sq Ft$2,749
Avalon Townhomes Brier CreekC2T2,356 Sq Ft$2,580
EmorieThe Merit2,287 Sq Ft$4,372
Bradford CaryTH A2,215 Sq Ft$3,795
Page OaksColeman1,954 Sq Ft$2,894
ABODE at Stella ViewRowan1,924 Sq Ft$2,549
Berkshire Main StreetMorehead1,914 Sq Ft$4,131
Braxton TownhomesBrookstream1,872 Sq Ft$2,510
Aura Booth Park3 Bed/3.5 Bath-TH11,780 Sq Ft$3,803
Griffin WestonThe Cary Townhome1,755 Sq Ft$3,060

Cheapest Available Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 05, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Durham, NC is the 3 Bedroom 1 Bath A Model starting from $1,295 at Glen Lennox North in the Downing Creek neighborhood. The second most affordable Durham 3 Bedroom is the 3x1.5 Standard-Call For Availability Model at Reserve @ Blu Townhomes starting at $1,300 in the Downtown Durham neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Durham is currently $2,344. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Durham:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Glen Lennox North3 Bedroom 1 Bath A$1,295
Reserve @ Blu Townhomes3x1.5 Standard-Call For Availability$1,300
Southpoint Estate ApartmentsC1 - The Madison$1,342
Avon CrossingsThree Bed and Two Bath$1,385
The Oaks at NorthgateThe River Birch$1,399
Crossings @ 501 ApartmentsBiltmore Classic - Call for Availability$1,400
SoHo Apartment Homes3x1.5 Standard- Call for Availability$1,400
Rippling Stream Townhomes3x2.5$1,413
Anderson Apartments3 Bedroom$1,425
Pendleton TownhomesThree Bedroom Townhome$1,450

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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 Glen Lennox North listed at $1,295.

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

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Durham is $2,344.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Durham is a 2,503 square feet unit starting from $2,749 at NightStar Village.

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

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Durham is currently 1,727 sq ft.

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