Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $400 (132 Rentals) Page 2 of 3
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Durham area of Durham.

Independence Park

Willow Bend Apartments

600 E Knox St

621 E Knox St

615 E Knox St

608 E Knox St

Haven at Patterson Place

Lantower Bullhouse

Colonial Townhouses- Students save up to 10%!
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Crowne at 501

Avana 55Twelve

605 West End

4215 Thames Ave

Holly Hill

The Bailey Apartments

Atlas Durham

MAA Duke Forest
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South Square Townhomes

Crossdale Flats

ReNew West Durham

Murchison Apartments

Chandler at University Tower

409 E Maynard Ave

1308 Ivy St

Kelby Farms

Furnished Studio-Durham - University

Van Alen

The Ramsey

Rigsbee Collection

GeerHouse

Vintage Durham

Wye Junction

American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell)

Woodstone at Croasdaile Farm
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 | $1,327 | $749 | $2,337 |
| Downtown Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,664 | $700 | $4,132 |
| Downtown Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,013 | $999 | $6,344 |
| Downtown Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,449 | $1,348 | $7,304 |
| Downtown Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,472 | $2,796 | $6,148 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 132 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Durham Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Durham?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Durham is under $900.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Durham?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Durham is Dupont Circle which is listed at $812, while the average apartment in Downtown Durham costs $4,475.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Durham?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 456 regular apartments in Downtown Durham that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Durham?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Durham have an average cost of $783 which is $3,692 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Durham.
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

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.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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