1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC (254 Rentals)

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Durham's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Wye Junction
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$1,561 - $2,751
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$1,570 - $9,366

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Wye Junction

701 Washington StDurham, NC 27701
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Kelby Farms
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$1,484 - $2,144
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$1,450 - $2,455

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$1,450 - $2,455
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 5

Kelby Farms

1122 Medlin RdDurham, NC 27707
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Griffin Durham
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$1,605 - $2,190
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$1,485 - $3,375

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Griffin Durham

509 N Mangum StDurham, NC 27701
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Beckon
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$1,630 - $2,610
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$1,667 - $4,644

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Beckon

311 Liggett StDurham, NC 27701
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Cortland Bull City
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$1,558 - $6,075
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$1,470 - $6,317

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Cortland Bull City

600 Willard StDurham, NC 27701
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810 Ninth
$1,698 - $2,376
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$1,600 - $3,865

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810 Ninth

810 9th StDurham, NC 27705
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Avana 55Twelve
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$1,183 - $4,179
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$1,203 - $9,122

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Avana 55Twelve

5512 Sunlight DrDurham, NC 27707
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Independence Park
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$1,245 - $1,425
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$1,397 - $1,986

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Independence Park

215 William Penn PlzDurham, NC 27704
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Avana On Broad
$1,250 - $3,541
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$1,316 - $6,930

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Avana On Broad

2335 Broad StDurham, NC 27704
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Heights Lasalle
$1,494 - $2,200
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$1,502 - $3,351

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$1,502 - $3,351
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Heights Lasalle

500 S Lasalle StDurham, NC 27705
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605 West End
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$1,257 - $1,540
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$1,323 - $3,329

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605 West End

605 W Chapel Hill StDurham, NC 27701
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Whetstone
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$1,355 - $1,746
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$1,355 - $2,047

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Whetstone

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

Largest Available Downtown Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Durham area of Durham, NC is found at Lantower Bullhouse and is listed at 1,083 square feet priced from $1,979. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Lantower BullhouseB1.31,083 Sq Ft$1,979
Maizon DurhamA11 + Den1,073 Sq Ft$2,195
Berkshire Ninth StreetMontgomery Loft A1,058 Sq Ft$2,198
Lofts at LakeviewA141,038 Sq Ft$1,795
807 E Main St1BR/1.0BA1,000 Sq Ft$1,640
The NovusTari985 Sq Ft$3,930
West VillageA1L-3963 Sq FtCall for Rates
The Bailey ApartmentsA2 - Renovated934 Sq Ft$1,540
Lodge at Croasdaile FarmC3930 Sq Ft$1,435
Station NineA3926 Sq Ft$1,799

Cheapest Available Downtown Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Durham of Durham, NC is the The Brightleaf 600 Model starting from $827 at Dupont Circle. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Durham is currently $1,714. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Dupont CircleThe Brightleaf 600$827
Community Room Rental – DurhamDillard (Inside Unit) - 1st floor - Suite A$840
Barclay Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths$895
The Oaks at NorthgateThe Magnolia$900
Strawberry Hill Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$900
Crossings @ 501 ApartmentsCreekview Classic - Call for Availability$900
Icon Downtown DurhamA3 1x1 C Standard-Call for Availability$900
Reserve @ Blu Townhomes1x1 Standard- Call For Availability$900
Crystal VillageEmerald$949
SoHo Apartment Homes1x1 Standard-Call for Availability$950

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Downtown Durham, Durham, NC

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across North Carolina and customized analysis for Durham, North Carolina. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Durham Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Durham with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Durham is at Dupont Circle listed at $827.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Durham Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Durham is $1,714.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Durham Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Durham is a 1,083 square feet unit starting from $1,979 at Lantower Bullhouse.

What is the average size for Downtown Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Durham is currently 1,819 sq ft.

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