
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC (90 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the Downtown Durham area of Durham with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


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Van Alen

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Wye Junction

Avalon Durham

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Kelby Farms

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Griffin Durham

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The Reserve at Patterson Place

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Cortland Bull City

Brightleaf on Main

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Liberty Warehouse

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810 Ninth

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Avana 55Twelve

J501 Estates

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Avana On Broad

Heights Lasalle

Berkshire Ninth Street
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American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell)

605 West End

One City Center Apartments

The Flats Exchange on Erwin Apartments

Terrazzo Durham

The Ramsey

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Lantower Bullhouse

Realm at Patterson Place

Berkshire Main Street

Alden Place at South Square
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Maizon Durham

Rigsbee Collection

Station Nine

West Village

Concord Village

1003 Lamond Ave, Unit Apt B

2625 Hitchcock Dr

1015 Ninth St, Unit Apt. #2

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4219 Neal Rd, Unit SI ID1388432P

1015 Ninth St, Unit Apt. #1
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1011 Ninth Street-Apt. #1, Unit Apt. #1

4713 Erwin Rd

1303 Holloway St

1700 W Markham Ave

2504 Green St

1010 Golden Crest Dr

1608 Stone Rd

200 Parthenia Dr

2711 Ashland Dr

405 Reynolds Ave
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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 | $1,536 | $875 | $3,001 |
| Downtown Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,692 | $775 | $6,594 |
| Downtown Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,051 | $899 | $6,676 |
| Downtown Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,504 | $1,300 | $9,103 |
| Downtown Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,088 | $1,700 | $2,521 |
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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
Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Durham. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Luxury Living Rating
Downtown Durham has come to be one of the A-list high-end submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, maid services, gardens, nearby parks, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Other luxury items often include wood-burning fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
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 $875 to $3,001 with an average price of $1,536.
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 $1,692.
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 $2,051.
How expensive are Downtown Durham Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 115 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Durham on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,300 to $9,103 - averaging $2,504 for the location.
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