Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC (228 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Downtown Durham area of Durham that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

University Hill

Atrium- Students save up to 10%!

Colonial Townhouses- Students save up to 10%!

Chapel Tower - Students save up to 10%!

Chandler at University Tower

Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%!
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Trellis-University Hill

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Wye Junction

GeerHouse

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Kelby Farms

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Griffin Durham

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Beckon

Atlas Durham
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The Reserve at Patterson Place

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Cortland Bull City

Foster on the Park Apartments

Brightleaf on Main

Lodge at Croasdaile Farm

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Liberty Warehouse

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810 Ninth

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Avana 55Twelve

Willow Bend Apartments

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Element at Creekside
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J501 Estates

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Avana On Broad

The Bailey Apartments

Heights Lasalle

University Ridge Apartments

Mission University Pines
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Croasdaile

Woodstone at Croasdaile Farm

American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell)

SoHo Apartment Homes

Reserve @ Blu Townhomes

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Whetstone

BLU Station Apartments

Willowdaile
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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 | $1,502 | $875 | $2,958 |
| Downtown Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,701 | $775 | $6,528 |
| Downtown Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,034 | $899 | $6,803 |
| Downtown Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,523 | $1,300 | $8,926 |
| Downtown Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,088 | $1,700 | $2,521 |
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There are currently 228 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Most Pet Friendly Downtown Durham Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Downtown Durham area of Durham, NC that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Atrium- Students save up to 10%! with prices starting from $1,385 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Brightleaf on Main scores the second highest with a 4 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,317. Here are the most Pet Friendly Downtown Durham apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atrium- Students save up to 10%! | 4/4 | Weaver | $1,385 |
| Brightleaf on Main | 4/4 | Brightleaf | $1,317 |
| Lofts at Lakeview | 3.8/4 | Duke | $1,595 |
| American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell) | 3.8/4 | American Tobacco | $1,400 |
| Chandler at University Tower | 3.6/4 | Duke Forest | $1,280 |
| Crowne at 501 | 3.6/4 | Patterson Place | $1,595 |
| Heights Lasalle | 3.4/4 | Duke | $1,579 |
| Station Nine | 3.4/4 | Duke | $1,599 |
| Van Alen | 3.4/4 | City Center Durham | $1,461 |
| Avalon Durham | 3.4/4 | Duke | $1,640 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Downtown Durham
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Downtown Durham of Downtown Durham is the Gregson Model at 605 West End, which is a Studio unit starting from $1,180. The second cheapest Downtown Durham Pet Friendly apartment is the A1 1 Bed unit at Chandler at University Tower starting at $1,280. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown Durham apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 605 West End | Gregson | $1,180 |
| Chandler at University Tower | A1 | $1,280 |
| Brightleaf on Main | M1 | $1,317 |
| Atrium- Students save up to 10%! | The Brighton | $1,385 |
| Van Alen | A1 | $1,461 |
| Heights Lasalle | A1 | $1,579 |
| Lofts at Lakeview | A4 | $1,595 |
| Crowne at 501 | Hampton | $1,607 |
| Station Nine | A3 | $1,799 |
| American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell) | Old Bull 2x1 | $1,950 |
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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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Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have a family with young children? this neighborhood has now become known as a top section of town 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. These features include things like green spaces, pet amenities, playgrounds, trails and recreation, and access to highly-rated education and schools for the kids to attend.
Outdoors Rating
We think living with parks and green spaces is critically important. This residential submarket is known as providing favorable access to the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Dog or cat owners, listen up! this section of town is one of our favorite neighborhoods for families with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Downtown Durham Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Downtown Durham?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Durham is at University Commons - Durham listed at $560.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Downtown Durham Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Durham is $1,953.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Downtown Durham Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Durham is a 3,465 square feet unit starting from $4,000 at 2711 Ashland Dr.
What is the average size for Downtown Durham Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Downtown Durham is currently at 702 sq ft.
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