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MAA Research Park
400 Stone Lion DrDurham, NC 27703
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bethesda Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $500 (26 Rentals)
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1424 Scholar Dr
DurhamNC27703
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Haven at Research Triangle Park
3001 New Haven DrDurham, NC 27703
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$1,068 - $2,6112 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Emory Woods
1701 E Cornwallis RdDurham, NC 27713
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Encore at the Park
2850 Courtney Creek BlvdDurham, NC 27713
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Woodland Creek Townhomes and Apartments
5216 Penrith DrDurham, NC 27713
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Trails at Twin Lakes
70 Lynn RdDurham, NC 27703
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$1,259 - $1,856
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Artisan at Brightleaf
2015 Copper Leaf PkyDurham, NC 27703
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Retreat at RTP
1533 Ellis RdDurham, NC 27703
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Ascend Brightleaf Apartments
2400 Sanders AveDurham, NC 27703
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Elevate the Park
3830 NC 55 HwyDurham, NC 27713
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Pendleton Townhomes
314 S Woodcrest StDurham, NC 27703
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Fox Crossing Luxury Apartments
514 Pleasant DrDurham, NC 27703
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Marquis Ellis Crossing
400 Advancement AveDurham, NC 27703
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$1,509 - $2,609
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Ellis Station
2015 Watchorn StDurham, NC 27703
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Maizon Durham
500 E Main StDurham, NC 27701
1218 Kendall Dr
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Cottages at Brightleaf
2421 Sanders AveDurham, NC 27703
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401 Sparella St
DurhamNC27703
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Cedar Trace
3432 Carr RdDurham, NC 27703
3290 Ivy Wood Ln
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25 Edgebrook Cir
DurhamNC27703
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Indigo Apartments
100 Adelaide CirMorrisville, NC 27560
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Bethesda, Durham, NC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bethesda?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethesda Studio Apartments | $1,481 | $923 | $1,749 |
| Bethesda 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,489 | $800 | $2,682 |
| Bethesda 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,773 | $1,068 | $2,952 |
| Bethesda 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,214 | $1,450 | $4,267 |
| Bethesda 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,882 | $1,650 | $2,580 |
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Cheapest Available Bethesda Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bethesda area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Private Room with Walk-In Closet – Utilities & WiFi Included priced from $882. MAA Research Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $923. Here are the most affordable Bethesda apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Private Room with Walk-In Closet – Utilities & WiFi Included | Private Room & Walk-in Closet - Utilities & Wif... | 1BR,1BA | $882 |
| MAA Research Park | E1 | Studio,1BA | $923 |
| Haven at Research Triangle Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,029 |
| Encore at the Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,083 |
| Indigo Apartments | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,111 |
| Woodland Creek Townhomes and Apartments | The Maple Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Artisan at Brightleaf | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,259 |
| Springwood Park | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,269 |
| Retreat at RTP | Maple Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Emory Woods | 2 BEDROOM 1.5 BATH TOWNHOME | 2BR,1BA | $1,303 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bethesda, NC
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bethesda area is the $1.08 price per square foot D2T Model at Avalon Townhomes Brier Creek in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $2,580. The second greatest value Bethesda apartment is the Rowan Model at Abode at Stella View starting at $2,750 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the South Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bethesda apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Avalon Townhomes Brier Creek | D2T | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.08 |
| Abode at Stella View | Rowan | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
| Pendleton Townhomes | Four Bedroom Townhome | 4BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Emory Woods | 2 BEDROOM 1.5 BATH TOWNHOME | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| Encore at the Park | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Woodland Creek Townhomes and Apartments | The Longleaf Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Springwood Park | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Elevate the Park | The Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Retreat at RTP | Maple Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| MAA Research Park | E1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.66 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bethesda Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bethesda?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bethesda is under $1,303.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bethesda?
The cheapest apartment in Bethesda is Private Room with Walk-In Closet – Utilities & WiFi Included which is listed at $882, while the average apartment in Bethesda costs $2,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bethesda?
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 38 regular apartments in Bethesda 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 Bethesda?
Cheap apartments in Bethesda have an average cost of $804 which is $1,446 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bethesda.
Expert Rental Resources
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