1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC (272 Rentals)

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Beckon
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$1,650 - $3,317
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$1,615 - $4,525
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Beckon

311 Liggett StDurham, NC 27701
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810 Ninth
$1,687 - $2,305
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$1,533 - $3,865
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810 Ninth

810 9th StDurham, NC 27705
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Avana 55Twelve
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$1,282 - $3,102
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$1,323 - $3,748
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Avana 55Twelve

5512 Sunlight DrDurham, NC 27707
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Avana On Broad
$1,232 - $3,693
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$1,298 - $4,893
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Avana On Broad

2335 Broad StDurham, NC 27704
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Griffin Durham
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$1,715 - $1,925
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$1,405 - $3,505
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Griffin Durham

509 N Mangum StDurham, NC 27701
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Element at Creekside
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$1,134 - $1,204
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$1,164 - $1,349
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$1,164 - $1,349
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Element at Creekside

18 Weather Hill CirDurham, NC 27706
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Cortland Bull City
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$1,426 - $6,947
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$1,408 - $8,220
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Cortland Bull City

600 Willard StDurham, NC 27701
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Whetstone
$1,158 - $1,583
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$1,283 - $2,281
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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 Cortland Bull City and is listed at 1,166 square feet priced from $2,205. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Cortland Bull CityLorilard1,166 Sq Ft$2,205
Lofts at LakeviewA151,115 Sq Ft$1,895
Lantower BullhouseB1.2A1,083 Sq Ft$2,055
Maizon DurhamA11 + Den1,073 Sq Ft$2,672
807 E Main StNon-Patio1,000 Sq Ft$1,695
The RamseyA1G991 Sq Ft$1,845
The Novus ApartmentsTari985 Sq FtCall for Rates
Chandler at University TowerA2957 Sq Ft$1,540
West VillageA1M-2954 Sq Ft$1,608
Station NineA3926 Sq Ft$1,899

Cheapest Available Downtown Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Durham of Durham, NC is the RH 1B 1B Model starting from $835 at Rolling Hills Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Durham is currently $1,651. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Rolling Hills ApartmentsRH 1B 1B$835
Avalon EastThe Brightleaf 650$854
Willowdaile11S$879
Private Room with Walk-In Closet – Utilities & WiFi IncludedPrivate Room & Walk-in Closet - Utilities & Wif...$882
South Point1 Bedroom 1 Bathoom$899
Crossings @ 5011x1 Creekview Classic- Call for Availability$900
Icon Downtown DurhamA3 1x1 C Standard-Call for Availability$900
Reserve @ Blu Townhomes1x1 Standard- Call For Availability$900
The Oaks at NorthgateThe Magnolia$900
Strawberry Hill Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$900

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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 Rolling Hills Apartments listed at $835.

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 $1,651.

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 1,166 square feet unit starting from $2,205 at Cortland Bull City.

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 1,443 sq ft.

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