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1718 Palmer StDurham, NC 27707
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501 Willard StDurham, NC 27701
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1022 Kent StDurham, NC 27707
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509 N Mangum StDurham, NC 27701
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2211 Hillsborough RdDurham, NC 27705
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705 W Markham AveDurham, NC 27701
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701 Washington StDurham, NC 27701
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730 Rutherford StDurham, NC 27705
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810 9th StDurham, NC 27705
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504 E Pettigrew StDurham, NC 27701
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1505 Duke University RdDurham, NC 27701
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801-804 Underwood AveDurham, NC 27701
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815 Dacian AveDurham, NC 27701
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804 Angier AveDurham, NC 27701
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1806 Chapel Hill RdDurham, NC 27707
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1901 Morehead AveDurham, NC 27707
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1808-1810 Chapel Hill RdDurham, NC 27707
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Brightleaf District, Durham, NC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brightleaf District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brightleaf District Studio Apartments | $1,582 | $875 | $2,810 |
| Brightleaf District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,922 | $815 | $6,528 |
| Brightleaf District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,608 | $999 | $6,803 |
| Brightleaf District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,687 | $1,450 | $5,245 |
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Cheapest Available Brightleaf District Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Brightleaf District area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Community Room Rental – Durham priced from $840. Icon Downtown Durham has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Brightleaf District apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Community Room Rental – Durham | Dillard (Inside Unit) - 1st floor - Suite A | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Icon Downtown Durham | A1 Studio C Standard -Call for Availability | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| 2006 House Ave | The Davis | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| 1216 W Chapel Hill Rd | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| 605 West End | Gregson | Studio,1BA | $1,140 |
| Willow Bend Apartments | WB 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| 901 South Apartments | 901 South - 1bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Trinity Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| The Ramsey | S1B | Studio,1BA | $1,310 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brightleaf District, NC
As of June 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brightleaf District area is the $1.47 price per square foot 1003 Lamond Ave Model at 1003 Lamond Ave, Unit Apt B in the in the Government Services District neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Brightleaf District apartment is the 705 W Markham Ave Model at 705 W Markham Ave, Unit B starting at $1,600 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Downtown Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brightleaf District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1003 Lamond Ave, Unit Apt B | 1003 Lamond Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 705 W Markham Ave, Unit B | 705 W Markham Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Georgetown Manor | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Cortland Bull City | Hill | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| The Lofts at Southside Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 116 E Main St, Unit A | 116 E Main St | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Willow Bend Apartments | WB 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 901 South Apartments | 901 South - 1bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 2006 House Ave | The Davis | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brightleaf District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Brightleaf District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Brightleaf District is under $1,310.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Brightleaf District?
The cheapest apartment in Brightleaf District is Community Room Rental – Durham which is listed at $840, while the average apartment in Brightleaf District costs $3,815.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Brightleaf District?
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 77 regular apartments in Brightleaf District 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 Brightleaf District?
Cheap apartments in Brightleaf District have an average cost of $538 which is $3,277 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Brightleaf District.
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