
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC (745 Rentals)


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Durham's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Van Alen

Vintage Durham

Wye Junction

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GeerHouse

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Griffin Durham

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Beckon

Atlas Durham

The Reserve at Patterson Place
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Brightleaf on Main

Lodge at Croasdaile Farm

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810 Ninth

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Avana 55Twelve

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Element at Creekside

J501 Estates

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Springfield

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Avana On Broad

The Bailey Apartments

Heights Lasalle

Berkshire Ninth Street

Mission University Pines

Woodstone at Croasdaile Farm

Croasdaile

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The Forest

American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell)

Willowdaile

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Magnolia Pointe

SoHo Apartment Homes

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Whetstone

BLU Station Apartments

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Crossings @ 501 Apartments
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Downtown Durham, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Durham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Durham Studio Apartments | $1,537 | $799 | $3,737 |
| Downtown Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,683 | $775 | $6,594 |
| Downtown Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,063 | $899 | $6,676 |
| Downtown Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,514 | $1,300 | $9,103 |
| Downtown Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,088 | $1,700 | $2,521 |
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There are currently 745 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Durham, Durham, NC
Ranked #2
Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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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 225 Studio Apartments in Downtown Durham with rent ranges from $799 to $3,737 with an average price of $1,537.
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 $775 to $6,594 with an average monthly rent of $1,683.
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 $899 to $6,676. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,063.
How expensive are Downtown Durham Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 114 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Durham on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,300 to $9,103 - averaging $2,514 for the location.
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