
Cheap Homes for Rent in Crest Street Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $800 (9 Rentals)
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Crest Street, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Crest Street?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Crest Street 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,460 | $1,495 | $4,000 |
Crest Street 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,966 | $2,350 | $3,300 |
Crest Street 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
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There are currently 9 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 Studio unit found at Vivo Living Durham priced from $795. LaSalle Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Crest Street apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Vivo Living Durham | The Carolinas A | Studio,1BA | $795 |
LaSalle Pointe Apartments | The Brightleaf 700 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Poplar Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crest Street, NC
As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Crest Street area is the $1.68 price per square foot The Duke Model at The Belmont in the in the Downtown Durham neighborhood starting from $1,899. The second greatest value Crest Street apartment is the 2 bedroom/1 bath townhome Model at Poplar West Apartments starting at $1,295 with a $1.47 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. |
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The Belmont | The Duke | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
Poplar West Apartments | 2 bedroom/1 bath townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Trinity Properties - Campus Walk | 2 bedroom/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Poplar Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Holly Hill | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
LaSalle Pointe Apartments | The Brightleaf 740 | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
Lofts at Lakeview | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.18 |
ReNew West Durham | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
Chapel Tower- Students save up to 10%! | Morreene | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! | Hereford | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Crest Street
What type of rentals are currently available in Crest Street?
There are currently 49 Apartments for Rent in Crest Street, NC with pricing that ranges from $738 to $4,400. There are also 26 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Crest Street ranging from $800 to $4,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Crest Street?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Crest Street ranges from $800 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,481.
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