Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Auburn Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $900 (42 Rentals)

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Alexander Crossing
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$1,247 - $2,087
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$1,247 - $2,087
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Alexander Crossing

3500 Louis Stephens DrDurham, NC 27713
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Encore at the Park
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$1,253 - $4,529
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Encore at the Park

2850 Courtney Creek BlvdDurham, NC 27713
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Cortland Research Park
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$1,283 - $5,148
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$1,283 - $5,148
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Cortland Research Park

4405 Waterford Valley DrDurham, NC 27713
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SOUTHPOINT VILLAGE
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$1,399 - $2,289
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SOUTHPOINT VILLAGE

100 Village Circle WayDurham, NC 27713
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The Churchill
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$1,616 - $2,726
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The Churchill

1400 E Cornwallis RdDurham, NC 27713
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Bentley Ridge
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Bentley Ridge

5523 NC Highway 55Durham, NC 27713
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Amber Oaks Apartments
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Amber Oaks Apartments

3501 Century Oaks RdDurham, NC 27713
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Sutton Station
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sutton Station

5836 Fayetteville RdDurham, NC 27713
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Fox Chase
1 Bedroom Apartments

Fox Chase

3601-3707 Highgate DrDurham, NC 27713
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Southpoint Crossing
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Southpoint Crossing

1800 Southpoint Crossing DrDurham, NC 27713
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Lochridge
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Lochridge

100-263 Lochridge DrDurham, NC 27713
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Auburn, Durham, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Auburn Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Auburn area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Bentley Ridge priced from $962. Pine Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $969. Here are the most affordable Auburn apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bentley RidgeThe Brightleaf 5351BR,1BA$962
Pine RidgeThe Brightleaf 6101BR,1BA$969
Vivo Living Forest HillsStudioStudio,1BA$984
Lakeside GardensOne Bed and One Bath1BR,1BA$1,025
Woodlake ReserveBennett1BR,1BA$1,060
The SawyerA11BR,1BA$1,100
Emerald PlaceStudio RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,101
Trails at Southpoint GlenBirch1BR,1BA$1,102
Southpoint GlenDogwood1BR,1BA$1,141
AvenBeech1BR,1BA$1,145

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Auburn, NC

As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Auburn area is the $1.35 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Village at Auburn Apartments in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $2,025. The second greatest value Auburn apartment is the 3 BEDROOM 2.5 BATH TOWNHOME Model at Emory Woods starting at $1,865 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the South Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Auburn apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Village at Auburn Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,3BA$1.35
Emory Woods3 BEDROOM 2.5 BATH TOWNHOME3BR,2.5BA$1.43
Woodland Creek Townhomes and ApartmentsThe Dogwood Townhome3BR,1.5BA$1.43
LochridgeThe Eno 12502BR,2.5BA$1.07
Balfour West2 Bedroom Townhome Renovated2BR,2.5BA$1.29
Forest Glen ApartmentsNoble2BR,2BA$1.34
Encore at the ParkA11BR,1BA$1.41
The SawyerA11BR,1BA$1.30
Park Ridge EstatesThe Waterford1BR,1BA$1.44
Lakeside GardensOne Bed and One Bath1BR,1BA$1.47

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Auburn, Durham, NC

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Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in areas across the United States, including Durham. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Auburn Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Auburn?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Auburn is at Vivo Living Forest Hills listed at $984.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Auburn Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Auburn Apartment is $962 at Bentley Ridge.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Auburn Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Auburn is starting from $1,191 at Woodland Creek Townhomes and Apartments.

What is the most affordable Auburn Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Auburn Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Avon Crossings and starts from $1,385.

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