Studio Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC (298 Rentals)

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Ellis Station
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$1,299 - $1,533

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Base Rent$1,408 - $2,578

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Ellis Station

2015 Watchorn StDurham, NC 27703
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Maizon Durham
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$1,545 - $1,615

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Base Rent$1,545 - $3,394

Total Monthly Price$1,545 - $3,394
Studio Apartments Available Dec 1

Maizon Durham

500 E Main StDurham, NC 27701
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Kelby Farms
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$1,290 - $1,440

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Base Rent$1,410 - $2,347

Total Monthly Price$1,410 - $2,347
Studio Apartments Available Oct 3

Kelby Farms

1122 Medlin RdDurham, NC 27707
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Griffin Durham
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$1,334 - $1,957

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Base Rent$1,425 - $5,470

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Studio Apartments Available Sep 30

Griffin Durham

509 N Mangum StDurham, NC 27701
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Candour House
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$1,371 - $1,517

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Base Rent$1,422 - $2,579

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Studio Apartments Available Sep 26

Candour House

1050 Slater RdDurham, NC 27703
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Cortland Bull City
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$1,370 - $3,853

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Base Rent$1,444 - $5,567

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Cortland Bull City

600 Willard StDurham, NC 27701
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810 Ninth
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$1,455 - $1,795

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Base Rent$1,455 - $3,320

Total Monthly Price$1,455 - $3,320
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810 Ninth

810 9th StDurham, NC 27705
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Heights Lasalle
$1,734 - $4,161

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Base Rent$1,455 - $5,012

Total Monthly Price$1,455 - $5,012
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Heights Lasalle

500 S Lasalle StDurham, NC 27705
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605 West End
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$1,236 - $1,515

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Base Rent$1,402 - $3,665

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605 West End

605 W Chapel Hill StDurham, NC 27701
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Whetstone
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$1,169 - $1,297

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Base Rent$1,294 - $2,144

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Studio Apartments Available Oct 20

Whetstone

501 Willard StDurham, NC 27701
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Alexander Crossing
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$1,258 - $1,492

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Base Rent$1,292 - $2,094

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Studio Apartments Available Nov 4

Alexander Crossing

3500 Louis Stephens DrDurham, NC 27713
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SOUTHPOINT VILLAGE
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$1,553

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Base Rent$1,553 - $2,492

Total Monthly Price$1,553 - $2,492
Studio Apartments Available Oct 30

SOUTHPOINT VILLAGE

100 Village Circle WayDurham, NC 27713
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Durham Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 20, 2026

There are currently 1593 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Durham, NC that range in price from $799 to $3,600. Downtown Durham, American Tobacco and Brightleaf are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Durham with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Durham63$1,455$799
American Tobacco52$1,494$799
Brightleaf52$1,494$799
Outer Downtown Durham51$1,474$799
NCCU49$1,474$875
West Village48$1,480$799
Watts Hospital Hillandale45$1,442$799
South Durham44$1,405$799
Brightleaf District40$1,474$875
Outer Chapel Hill38$1,448$950

Largest Available Durham Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Durham, NC is found at West Village in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood and is 848 square feet . Atlas Blue Hill in the Downing Creek neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 815 square feet and currently listed start at $1,916. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Durham:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
West VillageS1H-2848 Sq FtCall for Rates
Atlas Blue HillS2.MZ815 Sq Ft$1,916
Weston Lakeside ApartmentsRA2809 Sq Ft$1,575
Heights LasalleS3799 Sq Ft$1,742
Lantower BullhouseS3.1761 Sq Ft$1,568
Aviation Crossing ApartmentsSummit715 Sq Ft$1,468
The Exchange at Brier CreekLondon706 Sq Ft$1,180
Carraway VillageS3691 Sq Ft$1,617
Lofts at LakeviewS1685 Sq Ft$1,595
Bradford CaryE1681 Sq Ft$1,395

Cheapest Available Durham Studio Apartments

As of September 20, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Durham, NC is the Monarch - Studio Model starting from $650 at Monarch Apartments in the Downtown Durham neighborhood. The second most affordable Durham Studio is the Studio Model at Vivo Living Forest Hills starting at $799 in the South Durham neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Durham is currently $1,443. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Durham:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Monarch ApartmentsMonarch - Studio$650
Vivo Living Forest HillsStudio$799
Icon Downtown DurhamA1 Studio C Standard -Call for Availability$875
Vivo Living Ivy CreekDeluxe Studio$899
Link Apartments® CalyxS1$950
The Villages of Chapel HillThe Brighton - Cozy Studio Apartment Home$958
Poplar West ApartmentsStudio$1,035
Emerald PlaceStudio$1,061
Lenox at Patterson PlaceDover$1,068
The Exchange at Brier CreekLondon$1,145

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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 Studio Durham Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Durham with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Durham is at Monarch Apartments listed at $650.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Durham Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Durham is $1,443.

What is the largest available Studio Durham Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Durham is a 848 square feet unit at West Village.

What is the average size for Durham Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Durham is currently 557 sq ft.

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