Room in House on Genlee Dr
3114 Genlee Dr
DurhamNC27704
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cardinal Lake Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $700 (16 Rentals)
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Room in House on Fanning Way
701 Fanning Way
DurhamNC27704
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$799 - $1,409Studio Apartments Available Now
Vivo Living Durham
2517 Guess RdDurham, NC 27705
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4005 Casa St
DurhamNC27704
Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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$959 - $1,3991 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Regency Place Apartments
3523 N Roxboro StDurham, NC 27704
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$969 - $1,4441 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Crystal Village
2610-A Camellia StDurham, NC 27705
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$999 - $1,4601 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Stonewood Apartments
4524 Newby DrDurham, NC 27704
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$1,000 - $1,7001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
The Element Apartments
1400 Wyldewood RdDurham, NC 27704
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$1,000 - $1,5751 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
SoHo Apartment Homes
901 Chalk Level RdDurham, NC 27704
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$1,034 - $1,3741 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Creekside Landing
18 Weather Hill CirDurham, NC 27706
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$1,063 - $2,0061 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Lodge at Croasdaile Farm
3130 Hillandale RdDurham, NC 27705
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$1,099 - $2,7821 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Rippling Stream Townhomes
200 Seven Oaks RdDurham, NC 27704
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$1,100 - $1,6501 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Oaks at Northgate
1306 Leon StDurham, NC 27705
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Cardinal Lake, Durham, NC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cardinal Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinal Lake Studio Apartments | $855 | $799 | $1,409 |
| Cardinal Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,224 | $880 | $2,139 |
| Cardinal Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,542 | $1,149 | $4,901 |
| Cardinal Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,092 | $1,415 | $6,000 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cardinal Lake Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Cheapest Available Cardinal Lake Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cardinal Lake area of Durham, NC is a Studio unit found at Vivo Living Durham priced from $799. Willowdaile has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $885. Here are the most affordable Cardinal Lake apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vivo Living Durham | The Carolinas | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Willowdaile | 11S | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Regency Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $959 |
| Crystal Village | Emerald | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
| Stonewood Apartments | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cardinal Lake, NC
As of October 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cardinal Lake area is the $1.49 price per square foot 2x1.5 Model at Rippling Stream Townhomes in the in the Cardinal Lake neighborhood starting from $1,480. The second greatest value Cardinal Lake apartment is the One Bedroom One Bath (836 SF) Model at Avana On Broad starting at $1,329 with a $1.59 price per square foot in the Downtown Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cardinal Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Rippling Stream Townhomes | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.49 |
| Avana On Broad | One Bedroom One Bath (836 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Creekside Landing | One Bed/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Regency Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom-1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Lodge at Croasdaile Farm | C1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Reserve at Stillwater | The Oxford | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Stonewood Apartments | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| The Element Apartments | 1x1 Upgraded- Call for Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| The Oaks at Northgate | The Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Crystal Village | Emerald | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across North Carolina including Cardinal Lake, Durham, and the greater Durham area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cardinal Lake Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Cardinal Lake?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Cardinal Lake is under $1,099.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cardinal Lake?
The cheapest apartment in Cardinal Lake is Willowdaile which is listed at $885, while the average apartment in Cardinal Lake costs $1,670.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cardinal Lake?
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 8 regular apartments in Cardinal Lake 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 Cardinal Lake?
Cheap apartments in Cardinal Lake have an average cost of $204 which is $1,466 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cardinal Lake.
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Your Guide to the Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Durham, NC
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Trey Huguley
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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