
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC Under $1,200 (71 Rentals)
Rental terms in Durham as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Woodland Creek Apartments

54 Station

Alden Place at South Square

Cortland Research Park

Southpoint Glen

Rolling Hills Apartments

Haven at Patterson Place

Forest Pointe
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Cortland at RTP

Lodge at Croasdaile Farm

Brightleaf on Main

Southpoint Estate Apartments

The Oaks at Northgate

Audubon Lake

The Mews Apartments and Townhomes

Featherstone Village

Aventura RTP
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Emory Woods

Triangle Park Apartments

Legacy at Meridian Apartments

Reserve at Stillwater

Lenox at Patterson Place

The Forest

Willowdaile

ReNew West Durham
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Emerald Place

Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%!

Glenbrook East and West

Vivo Living Ivy Creek

Regency Place Apartments

Vivo Living Durham

Professional Coliving - Private Room
Durham's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Durham and the best places to live with original content written by Local Expert Billy K

Aviation Crossing Apartments

Amberton at Stonewater
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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 | $1,475 | $799 | $4,367 |
Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,736 | $450 | $6,048 |
Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,145 | $1,045 | $7,121 |
Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,496 | $1,290 | $10,000+ |
Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,259 | $1,400 | $7,466 |
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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 Short-term Durham Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Durham?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Durham is at University Commons - Durham listed at $560.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Durham Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Durham is $2,113.
What is the largest Short-term Durham Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Durham is a 2,864 square feet unit starting from $1,341 at Carraway Village.
What is the average size for Durham Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Durham is currently at 676 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
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