
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Austin Creek Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $700 (30 Rentals)
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Room in Townhome on Talley St

Vivo Living Forest Hills

Pine Ridge

The Pines

Emerald Place

Triangle Park Apartments
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The Sawyer

Woodlake Reserve

Southpoint Glen

Audubon Lake

Park Ridge Estates

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Cortland Research Park
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54 Station

Legacy at Meridian Apartments

600 Audubon Lake Dr, Unit 3A34 - Building Three

Bentley Ridge

Fox Chase

Sutton Station

Southpoint Crossing
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Falls Pointe at the Park

3803 Chimney Ridge Pl

Room in House on Legendary Ln

Bexley at Triangle Park

711 Keystone Park Dr

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Tradition at Stonewater

Hawthorne Davis Park
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Amberton at Stonewater

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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 | $1,018 | $799 | $2,283 |
| Austin Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,498 | $924 | $3,525 |
| Austin Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,748 | $1,159 | $3,948 |
| Austin Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,162 | $1,434 | $7,175 |
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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 Studio unit found at Vivo Living Forest Hills priced from $799. Bentley Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable Austin Creek apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vivo Living Forest Hills | STDO - Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Bentley Ridge | The Brightleaf 535 | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| The Pines | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Emerald Place | Premier | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| The Sawyer | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Woodlake Reserve | Bennett | 1BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| Pine Ridge | The Brightleaf 610 | 1BR,1BA | $1,038 |
| Southpoint Glen | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,091 |
| Audubon Lake | The Brightleaf 650 | 1BR,1BA | $1,112 |
| Triangle Park Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Austin Creek, NC
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Austin Creek area is the $1.32 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Village at Auburn Apartments in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $1,983. The second greatest value Austin Creek apartment is the Hickory | Renovated Model at Creekstone at RTP Apartments starting at $1,904 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the South Durham 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village at Auburn Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $1.32 |
| Creekstone at RTP Apartments | Hickory | Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| The Sawyer | B1R | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Tradition at Stonewater | B2R | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Park Ridge Estates | The Hartford | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Greens of Pine Glen Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Legacy at Meridian Apartments | Stratford | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Bexley at Triangle Park | Sunset | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Southpoint Glen | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Woodlake Reserve | Bennett | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Austin Creek Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Austin Creek?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Austin Creek is at Vivo Living Forest Hills listed at $799.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Austin Creek Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Austin Creek Apartment is $949 at Bentley Ridge.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Austin Creek Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Austin Creek is starting from $1,159 at Southpoint Glen.
What is the most affordable Austin Creek Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Austin Creek Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Amberton at Stonewater and starts from $1,468.
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