
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crest Street Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $800 (25 Rentals)
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Chapel Tower - Students save up to 10%!

Poplar West Apartments

Poplar Manor

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Trinity Properties - Campus Walk

Holly Hill

207 Bridgefield Pl, Unit Apt. B

207 Bridgefield Pl, Unit Apt. A
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1015 Virgie St

922 Hale St

The Belmont

1009 Edith St

Dupont Circle
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2212 Edwin Ave

237 Bridgefield Pl

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208 Bridgefield Pl
Crest Street, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crest Street?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crest Street Studio Apartments | $1,500 | $989 | $2,026 |
| Crest Street 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,695 | $950 | $2,199 |
| Crest Street 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,163 | $1,125 | $4,058 |
| Crest Street 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,662 | $1,595 | $4,151 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Crest Street Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Cheapest Available Crest Street Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Crest Street area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Avalon East priced from $939. Chapel Tower - Students save up to 10%! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Crest Street apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon East | The Brightleaf 650 | 1BR,1BA | $939 |
| Chapel Tower - Students save up to 10%! | Morreene | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Dupont Circle | The Brightleaf 750 - Duplex | 1BR,1BA | $1,012 |
| Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! | Hereford | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Poplar West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,035 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crest Street, NC
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crest Street area is the $1.71 price per square foot Amber Suite Model at Erwin Terrace Apartments in the in the Downtown Durham neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Crest Street apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Holly Hill starting at $1,280 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Downtown Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crest Street apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erwin Terrace Apartments | Amber Suite | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Holly Hill | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Trinity Properties - Campus Walk | 2 bedroom/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| The Belmont | The Cameron | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Poplar Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Dupont Circle | The Brightleaf 750 - Duplex | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| LaSalle Pointe Apartments | The Brightleaf 740 | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| ReNew West Durham | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Chapel Tower - Students save up to 10%! | Morreene | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! | Hereford | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crest Street Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Crest Street?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Crest Street is at Poplar West Apartments listed at $1,035.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Crest Street Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Crest Street Apartment is $975 at Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%!.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Crest Street Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Crest Street is starting from $1,070 at Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%!.
What is the most affordable Crest Street Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Crest Street Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Trinity Properties - Campus Walk and starts from $1,595.
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