
Top Rated Studio Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC (54 Rentals)


University Hill Apartments

Avalon Durham

Lenox at Patterson Place

Alexander Crossing

Cortland Bull City

Liberty Warehouse

Trinity Commons at Erwin
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Maizon Durham

Kelby Farms

Rigsbee Collection

Ellis Station

Candour House

Foster on the Park Apartments

The Apartments at Palladian Place
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Brightleaf on Main

605 West End

The Ramsey
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SOUTHPOINT VILLAGE

Berkshire Ninth Street

Vivo Living Durham

Lantower Bullhouse

Berkshire Main Street

Novel Cary

Bradford Cary
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NOVEL Morrisville by Crescent Communities

Bell Chapel Hill

Ashby at Twin Lakes

Carraway Village

Alta Davis

Residences at Shiloh Crossing

Weston Lakeside Apartments

The Exchange at Brier Creek

Trilogy Chapel Hill

Aventon Cary

The Hartley at Blue Hill

Blu on Farrington
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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 | $1,465 | $799 | $4,529 |
Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,735 | $450 | $6,193 |
Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,139 | $1,045 | $7,121 |
Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,485 | $1,290 | $10,000+ |
Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,313 | $1,425 | $7,572 |
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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 Studio Durham Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Durham with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Durham is at Vivo Living Durham listed at $799.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Durham Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Durham is $1,465.
What is the largest available Studio Durham Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Durham is a 809 square feet unit starting from $1,458 at Weston Lakeside Apartments.
What is the average size for Durham Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Durham is currently 535 sq ft.
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