
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC Under $4,900 (110 Rentals)
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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Woodstone at Croasdaile Farm

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Cortland Bull City

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Griffin Durham

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SOUTHPOINT VILLAGE

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Garrett West

J501 Estates

Lodge at Croasdaile Farm

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Cortland at RTP
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Whetstone

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Artisan at Brightleaf

Chapel Tower - Students save up to 10%!

Retreat at RTP

The Bailey Apartments

South Square Townhomes

Alden Place at South Square

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Cortland Research Park

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Aventura RTP

Vetra Forest Hills - Lexington Street
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Lodge at Southpoint

Legacy at Meridian Apartments

Southpoint Glen

Regency Place Apartments

Forest Pointe

ReNew Durham

University Ridge Apartments

Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%!

Stonewood Apartments

Triangle Park Apartments
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The Mews Apartments and Townhomes

Featherstone Village

Crystal Village

Nova Chapel Hill

The Forest

The Oaks at Northgate

Rolling Hills Apartments

Emerald Place

Private Room with Walk-In Closet – Utilities & WiFi Included

1012 Glenco Rd
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804 Urban Ave, Unit SI ID1391825P

3319A Fayetteville St, Unit SI ID1300733P

4219 Neal Rd, Unit SI ID1388432P

3319A Fayetteville St, Unit SI ID1300732P

6 Wavecrest Ct, Unit SI ID1388447P

4408 American Dr, Unit SI ID1391828P

2128 S Roxboro St, Unit SI ID1461462P

4423 American Dr, Unit SI ID1388431P

814 N Buchanan Blvd, Unit SI ID1388446P

2201 1/2 Summit Street-SI ID1388443P, Unit SI ID1388443P
Durham's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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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 | $1,516 | $799 | $3,422 |
| Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,598 | $739 | $5,756 |
| Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,963 | $850 | $7,275 |
| Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,409 | $1,110 | $8,896 |
| Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,308 | $1,095 | $7,236 |
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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 $1,930.
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 $1,517 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 672 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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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.

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.