Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC Under $1,200 (51 Rentals) Page 2 of 2
Rental terms in Durham as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
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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 | $4,382 |
Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,728 | $450 | $6,192 |
Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,120 | $1,095 | $7,054 |
Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,538 | $1,295 | $9,945 |
Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,379 | $1,425 | $6,825 |
Explore Durham
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 $1,832.
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 $1,316 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 665 sq ft.
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