
Cheap Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC from $400 (79 Rentals)
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Emerald Place

Regency Place Apartments

Rolling Hills Apartments

The Oaks at Northgate

Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%!

The Mews Apartments and Townhomes

ReNew Durham

Featherstone Village

Nova Chapel Hill
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Aventura RTP

Forest Pointe

Legacy at Meridian Apartments

Triangle Park Apartments

The Bailey Apartments

Cortland Research Park

Garrett West

Whetstone

Southpoint Glen

Chapel Tower - Students save up to 10%!
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Unexpected life events can force you to break your lease. Learn how to communicate with your landlord, negotiate a solution, and understand your legal options for early termination.

Retreat at RTP

Woodland Creek Apartments

Artisan at Brightleaf

South Square Townhomes

J 501 Estates

Furnished Studio-Durham - University

501 Towns-Lexington Street Apartments

SOUTHPOINT VILLAGE

Rigsbee Collection

Lodge at Southpoint
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Woodstone at Croasdaile Farm

Lodge at Croasdaile Farm

Furnished Studio-Durham - RTP - Miami Blvd. - North

University Commons - Durham

University Ridge Apartments

The Avenues at RTP

Juniper Square Apartments

Welcome to Canal St!

Indigo Apartments

Shadowood
The Freedom of Short-Term Rentals: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
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The Villages of Chapel Hill

Amberton at Stonewater

Bexley Park

Sagebrook of Chapel Hill

The Waterford

The Ashton

Ashley Park Apartments

Bexley at Triangle Park

Bexley Panther Creek

Seasons at Umstead Apartment Homes
Durham's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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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 | $1,373 | $749 | $3,505 |
| Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,563 | $450 | $4,070 |
| Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,898 | $950 | $6,344 |
| Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,348 | $1,110 | $7,999 |
| Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,398 | $1,095 | $7,236 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Durham Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Durham?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Durham is under $882.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Durham?
The cheapest apartment in Durham is Dupont Circle which is listed at $722, while the average apartment in Durham costs $2,484.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Durham?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 13,768 regular apartments in Durham that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Durham?
Cheap apartments in Durham have an average cost of $836 which is $1,648 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Durham.
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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.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.