Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC (532 Rentals)

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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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Maizon Durham
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$1,612 - $3,629
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$1,495 - $3,512
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$117
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$1,612 - $3,629
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Maizon Durham

500 E Main StDurham, NC 27701
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Durham's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Durham and the best places to live with original content written by Local Expert Billy K

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Griffin Durham
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$1,405 - $3,678
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$1,315 - $3,588
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Griffin Durham

509 N Mangum StDurham, NC 27701
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Beckon
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$1,590 - $3,891
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$1,470 - $3,771
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Beckon

311 Liggett StDurham, NC 27701
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Cortland Bull City
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$1,370 - $6,234
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$1,299 - $6,163
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$1,370 - $6,234
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Cortland Bull City

600 Willard StDurham, NC 27701
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Liberty Warehouse
$1,418 - $3,454
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$1,374 - $3,410
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Liberty Warehouse

530 Foster StDurham, NC 27701
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Avana 55Twelve
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$1,232 - $3,941
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$1,191 - $3,900
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Avana 55Twelve

5512 Sunlight DrDurham, NC 27707
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Element at Creekside
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$1,069 - $1,539
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$1,019 - $1,489
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$1,069 - $1,539
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Element at Creekside

18 Weather Hill CirDurham, NC 27706
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Avana On Broad
$1,275 - $7,696
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$1,209 - $7,630
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Avana On Broad

2335 Broad StDurham, NC 27704
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Whetstone
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$1,279 - $2,281
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$1,154 - $2,156
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Whetstone

501 Willard StDurham, NC 27701
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Downtown Durham, Durham, NC Local Guide

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Downtown Durham, Durham, NC

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Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Durham, NC. 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 the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Family-Friendly Rating

Renting with kids? Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Durham, Downtown Durham has now become known as one of our favorite communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, and more.

Outdoors Rating

Love parks, paths, and trails? this submarket is a highly-rated section of town for access to nice outdoor spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This neighborhood has a reputation as one of the best high-end neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, concierge services, gardens, nearby parks, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer wood-burning fireplaces, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Dog and cat owners, listen up! this part of town is now ranked as one of the A-list communities for dog and cat owners, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Durham

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Durham?

There are currently 226 Studio Apartments in Downtown Durham with rent ranges from $799 to $3,439 with an average price of $1,431.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Durham Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Durham ranges from $795 to $3,862 with an average monthly rent of $1,622.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Durham cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Durham range from $800 to $4,867. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,109.

How expensive are Downtown Durham Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 109 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Durham on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,300 to $7,394 - averaging $2,607 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Your Guide to the Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Durham, NC

Written by: Billy K

I'm Billy, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Durham, North Carolina. And if you’re considering settling down in Durham, you’re in luck.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.