
Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC Under $1,300 (241 Rentals)


Elevate the Park

The Reserve at Patterson Place

Trinity Properties - Campus Walk

Encore at the Park

West Village

The Village at Auburn Apartments
Durham's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Willow Bend Apartments

Springfield Apartments

Springwood Park

Alexander Crossing

J 501 Estates

Plat 4 Research Triangle

South Square Townhomes

Crowne at 501

Alden Place at South Square

Artisan at Brightleaf

Atlas Durham

The Berkeley At Southpoint
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Avana 55Twelve

Trails at Twin Lakes

Anderson Apartments

Woodland Creek Apartments

TRELLIS DURHAM RTP Apartments

Southpoint Glen
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The Bailey Apartments

Cortland Research Park

Falls Pointe at the Park Apartments

Haven at Patterson Place

Legacy at Meridian Apartments

Rippling Stream Townhomes

Lodge at Croasdaile Farm
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Rolling Hills Apartments

Magnolia Pointe Apartments

MAA Duke Forest

The Hargrove at Southpoint

Brightleaf on Main

Cortland at RTP

54 Station

Triangle Place

The Oaks at Northgate

Crossdale Flats
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 Under $1300 | $1,472 | $799 | $3,939 |
Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1300 | $1,717 | $450 | $5,962 |
Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1300 | $2,112 | $1,005 | $6,920 |
Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1300 | $2,474 | $1,290 | $10,000+ |
Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1300 | $2,242 | $1,400 | $6,970 |
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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 Durham
How much are Studio apartments in Durham?
There are currently 93 Studio Apartments in Durham with rent ranges from $799 to $3,939 with an average price of $1,472.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Durham Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Durham ranges from $450 to $5,962 with an average monthly rent of $1,717.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Durham cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Durham range from $1,005 to $6,920. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,112.
How expensive are Durham Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 288 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Durham on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,290 to $10,747 - averaging $2,474 for the location.
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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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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