
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Austin Creek Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $929 (48 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Austin Creek area of Durham.


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Room in Condo on Audubon Lake Dr

Pine Ridge

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The Pines

Woodlake Reserve

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Vivo Living Forest Hills
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Trails at Southpoint Glen

Foundry at Triangle Park
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Elevate the Park

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Sutton Station

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Southpoint Crossing

Heights at Meridian
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Amberton at Stonewater

Bexley at Triangle Park

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Tradition at Stonewater

Hawthorne Davis Park

Chancery Village

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Parkside Place Apartments
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Alta Davis

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Austin Creek, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Austin Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Creek Studio Apartments | $1,235 | $950 | $1,558 |
| Austin Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,489 | $929 | $3,026 |
| Austin Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,180 | $6,381 |
| Austin Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,079 | $1,525 | $3,416 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Austin Creek Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Cheapest Available Austin Creek Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Austin Creek area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Woodlake Reserve priced from $970. Vivo Living Forest Hills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $984. Here are the most affordable Austin Creek apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlake Reserve | Bennett | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
| Vivo Living Forest Hills | Studio | Studio,1BA | $984 |
| Pine Ridge | The Brightleaf 655 | 1BR,1BA | $1,013 |
| Bentley Ridge | The Brightleaf 535 | 1BR,1BA | $1,024 |
| Emerald Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,051 |
| Lodge at Southpoint | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,112 |
| Southpoint Glen | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,131 |
| 54 Station | North | 1BR,1BA | $1,141 |
| TRELLIS DURHAM RTP Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
| Aven | Beech | 1BR,1BA | $1,146 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Austin Creek, NC
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Austin Creek area is the $1.16 price per square foot The Eno 1162 Model at Audubon Lake in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $1,352. The second greatest value Austin Creek apartment is the B1R Model at LYV Woodcroft at Southpoint starting at $1,375 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Downing Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Austin Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audubon Lake | The Eno 1162 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.16 |
| LYV Woodcroft at Southpoint | B1R | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Highgate Townhomes | The Eno 1025 | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Park Ridge Estates | The Waterford | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| The Village at Auburn Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Amberton at Stonewater | Sunstone | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Aven | Beech | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 54 Station | North | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Woodlake Reserve | Bennett | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Pine Ridge | The Brightleaf 655 | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for South Durham, NC. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Austin Creek Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Austin Creek?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Austin Creek is under $1,146.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Austin Creek?
The cheapest apartment in Austin Creek is Woodlake Reserve which is listed at $970, while the average apartment in Austin Creek costs $1,548.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Austin Creek?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 45 regular apartments in Austin Creek that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Austin Creek?
Cheap apartments in Austin Creek have an average cost of $207 which is $1,341 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Austin Creek.
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