Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Brightleaf District Durham, NC from $500 (47 Rentals)

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Brightleaf on Main
$1,179 - $4,392
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$1,139 - $4,352
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$1,179 - $4,392
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Brightleaf on Main

1005 W Main StDurham, NC 27701
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Atlas Durham
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$1,195 - $3,138
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$1,002 - $2,945
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Atlas Durham

321 W Corporation StDurham, NC 27701
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Whetstone
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$1,276 - $2,281
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$1,151 - $2,156
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Whetstone

501 Willard StDurham, NC 27701
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Lantower Bullhouse
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$1,301 - $2,663
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$1,200 - $2,562
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$1,301 - $2,663
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Lantower Bullhouse

504 E Pettigrew StDurham, NC 27701
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GeerHouse
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$1,355 - $4,251
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$1,310 - $4,206
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GeerHouse

620 Foster StDurham, NC 27701
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Griffin Durham
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$1,405 - $3,110
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$1,315 - $3,020
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Griffin Durham

509 N Mangum StDurham, NC 27701
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Liberty Warehouse
$1,418 - $3,561
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$1,374 - $3,517
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Liberty Warehouse

530 Foster StDurham, NC 27701
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Brightleaf District - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Durham

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Durham by our Local Expert Billy K. See how it ranks!

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University Commons - Durham
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Commons - Durham

1505 Duke University RdDurham, NC 27701
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University Commons
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Commons

801-804 Underwood AveDurham, NC 27701
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Brookdale Apartments
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Brookdale Apartments

815 Dacian AveDurham, NC 27701
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Daylight Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Daylight Apartments

315-317 W Trinity AveDurham, NC 27701
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Durham's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Montego
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Montego

1901 Morehead AveDurham, NC 27707
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Liberty Square
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Liberty Square

545 Liberty StDurham, NC 27701
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Vanguard
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Vanguard

544 Liberty StDurham, NC 27701
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901 South
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901 South

901 S Duke StDurham, NC 27707
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413 Canal St
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413 Canal St

413 Canal StDurham, NC 27701

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Brightleaf District, Durham, NC Local Guide

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 $800. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Community Room Rental – DurhamDillard (Inside Unit) - 1st floor - Suite A1BR,1BA$800
Icon Downtown DurhamA1 Studio C Standard -Call for AvailabilityStudio,1BA$875
Viceroy ApartmentsVR 2x12BR,1BA$999
605 West EndGregsonStudio,1BA$1,174
Brightleaf on MainM1Studio,1BA$1,179
Atlas DurhamDaisyStudio,1BA$1,195
901 South901 South - 2bed2BR,1BA$1,224
WhetstoneA11BR,1BA$1,276
Trinity Park Apartments2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$1,295
Wye JunctionS11BR,1BA$1,296

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brightleaf District, NC

As of March 26, 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 2 bedroom Model at Georgetown Manor starting at $1,395 with a $1.29 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1003 Lamond Ave, Unit Apt B1003 Lamond Ave3BR,1BA$1.47
Georgetown Manor2 bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.29
The Lofts at Southside Apartments2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1BA$1.63
Willow Bend ApartmentsWB 3x23BR,2BA$1.53
WhetstoneB42BR,2BA$2.20
Viceroy ApartmentsVR 2x12BR,1BA$1.19
901 South901 South - 2bed2BR,1BA$1.53
West VillageA1C-Renovated1BR,1BA$1.99
Trinity Park Apartments2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$1.81
Lantower BullhouseS2.1Studio ,1BA$2.21

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Brightleaf District, Durham, NC

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across North Carolina, including Durham. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brightleaf District Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Brightleaf District?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Brightleaf District is at Icon Downtown Durham listed at $875.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brightleaf District Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brightleaf District Apartment is $800 at Community Room Rental – Durham.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brightleaf District is starting from $999 at Viceroy Apartments.

What is the most affordable Brightleaf District Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Brightleaf District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willow Bend Apartments and starts from $1,540.

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