
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC Under $1,500 (120 Rentals)
Apartments in Durham with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


Lofts at Lakeview

Beckon

J 501 Estates

Avalon Durham

Ellis Station

Woodstone at Croasdaile Farm

Atlas Durham

Van Alen

Kelby Farms
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Candour House

Wye Junction

Lantower Bullhouse

Chandler at University Tower

605 West End

Cortland Bull City

Brightleaf on Main

Marquis Ellis Crossing

Maizon Durham
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Elevate the Park

LC Brier Creek

SOUTHPOINT VILLAGE

The Ramsey

Creekstone at RTP Apartments

The Reserve at Patterson Place

54 Station

Artisan at Brightleaf

Alexander Crossing
Durham's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Realm at Patterson Place

Haven at Patterson Place

Alden Place at South Square

Forest Pointe

Lodge at Southpoint

Nova Chapel Hill

Lenox at Patterson Place

Legacy at Meridian Apartments
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Haven at Research Triangle Park

Vivo Living Durham

American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell)

The Apartments at Palladian Place

MAA Nixie
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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 | $1,394 | $799 | $3,505 |
Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $450 | $4,147 |
Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $925 | $6,445 |
Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,338 | $1,327 | $10,000+ |
Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,273 | $1,225 | $6,825 |
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Durham, NC Local Guide
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDurham, NC
Ranked #3
Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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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 300 Studio Apartments in Durham with rent ranges from $799 to $3,505 with an average price of $2,179.
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 $4,147 with an average monthly rent of $1,575.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Durham cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Durham range from $925 to $6,445. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,895.
How expensive are Durham Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 309 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Durham on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,327 to $11,733 - averaging $2,338 for the location.
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.

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