3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC (338 Rentals)

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Fox Crossing Luxury Apartments
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$1,864 - $2,099
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$1,201 - $2,014
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$1,286 - $2,099
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Fox Crossing Luxury Apartments

514 Pleasant DrDurham, NC 27703
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Ellis Station
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$2,475 - $2,500
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$1,190 - $2,391
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Ellis Station

2015 Watchorn StDurham, NC 27703
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Candour House
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$2,198 - $2,570
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$1,380 - $2,518
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Candour House

1050 Slater RdDurham, NC 27703
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Brizo Apartments
$2,121 - $2,515
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$1,374 - $2,491
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Brizo Apartments

1108 Merrion AveDurham, NC 27703
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Brightleaf on Main
$2,999
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$1,139 - $4,352
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$1,179 - $4,392
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Brightleaf on Main

1005 W Main StDurham, NC 27701
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Avana 55Twelve
$1,641 - $2,993
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$1,225 - $4,454
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Avana 55Twelve

5512 Sunlight DrDurham, NC 27707
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Cortland at RTP
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$1,764 - $6,121
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$1,127 - $6,050
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$136
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$1,263 - $6,186
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Cortland at RTP

300 Seaforth DrDurham, NC 27713
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The Churchill
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$1,394 - $1,609
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$1,364 - $1,609
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The Churchill

1400 E Cornwallis RdDurham, NC 27713
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Avana On Broad
$1,793 - $7,696
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$1,248 - $7,630
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Avana On Broad

2335 Broad StDurham, NC 27704
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Nova Chapel Hill
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$1,750 - $2,415
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$959 - $2,299
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Nova Chapel Hill

5639 Old Chapel Hill RdDurham, NC 27707
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Emerald Place
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$1,659 - $2,114
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$885 - $2,068
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Emerald Place

4512 Emerald Forest DrDurham, NC 27713
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Woodlake Reserve
$1,805 - $2,665
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Woodlake Reserve

1000 Lydia's WayDurham, NC 27713
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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: April 05, 2026

There are currently 3118 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Durham, NC that range in price from $1,110 to $8,453. South Durham, Outer East Durham and East 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
South Durham227$1,983$1,339
Outer East Durham178$2,110$1,300
East Durham148$2,110$1,300
Outer South Durham136$1,848$1,339
Outer Chapel Hill132$2,021$1,110
RTP121$2,250$1,339
Eastern Durham88$2,110$1,300
Downtown Durham78$2,210$1,300
NCCU78$2,225$1,300
Bethesda68$2,290$1,450

Largest Available Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Durham, NC is found at Carraway Village in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood and is 2,864 square feet priced from $8,453. Emorie in the Somerset neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 2,547 square feet and currently listed start at $5,930. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Durham:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Carraway Village2.C5- Tower - PENTHOUSE2,864 Sq Ft$8,453
EmorieThe Ambition2,547 Sq Ft$5,930
Avalon Townhomes Brier CreekC2T2,356 Sq Ft$2,395
Atlas Blue HillC2.MZ2,331 Sq Ft$6,324
Vetra Forest Hills - Lexington StreetC32,200 Sq Ft$1,870
Bradford Cary3L2,005 Sq Ft$3,395
LochridgeThe Trinity 18001,986 Sq Ft$1,897
Page OaksColeman1,954 Sq Ft$2,944
Abode at Stella ViewRowan1,924 Sq Ft$2,650
The Aster CaryT21,898 Sq Ft$2,637

Cheapest Available Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 05, 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 C1 Model at The Apartments at Midtown 501 starting at $1,345 in the Sayward Drive neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Durham is currently $2,409. 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
The Apartments at Midtown 501C1$1,345
Greens of Pine Glen ApartmentsC2TH$1,373
Avon CrossingsThree Bed and Two Bath$1,385
South Point3 Bedroom 2 Bathoom$1,399
The Oaks at NorthgateThe River Birch$1,399
Rippling Stream Townhomes3x2.5$1,399
SoHo Apartment Homes3x1.5 Standard- Call for Availability$1,400
Crossings @ 5013x1 Biltmore Classic- Call for Availability$1,400
Southpoint Estate ApartmentsC1 - The Madison$1,425

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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 $2,409.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Durham is a 2,864 square feet unit starting from $8,453 at Carraway 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 1,703 sq ft.

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