Cheap Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC from $400 with Swimming Pool (189 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in Durham.

Emerald Place

Haven at Research Triangle Park

Crossings @ 501

The Sawyer

Mission University Pines

South Point

Regency Place Apartments
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The Element Apartments

SoHo Apartment Homes

South Square Townhomes

Triangle Park Apartments

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The Forest
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The Mews Apartments and Townhomes

MAA Research Park

Creekside Landing

Triangle Place

Strawberry Hill Apartments

Legacy at Meridian Apartments

Nova Chapel Hill

Featherstone Village

Rippling Stream Townhomes

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Lenox at Patterson Place

Southpoint Estate Apartments

Magnolia Pointe Apartments

The Hargrove at Southpoint

Alexander Crossing

Encore at the Park

Cortland Research Park

Falls Pointe at the Park Apartments

Aventura RTP

Retreat at RTP

Springfield Apartments

MAA Duke Forest

Independence Park

Chandler at University Tower

Brightleaf on Main

Atlas Durham

Haven at Patterson Place
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 | $1,562 | $849 | $4,432 |
Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,734 | $450 | $7,024 |
Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,158 | $950 | $8,732 |
Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,477 | $1,035 | $10,000+ |
Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,084 | $859 | $4,600 |
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Getting Around Durham, NC
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Durham Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Durham?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Durham is at Vivo Living Durham listed at $849.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Durham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Durham Apartment is $862 at Avalon East.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Durham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Durham is starting from $1,075 at Crossings @ 501.
What is the most affordable Durham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Durham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mission University Pines and starts from $1,359.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.