
Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC (63 Rentals)
Apartments in the Downtown Durham area of Durham with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.


Avalon Durham

Wye Junction

Atrium- Students save up to 10%!

Crowne at 501

Colonial Townhouses- Students save up to 10%!

The Belmont
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Chapel Tower- Students save up to 10%!

ReNew West Durham

Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%!

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Maizon Durham

Rigsbee Collection

Camden Durham

Cortland Bull City

Foster on the Park Apartments

One City Center Apartments

Liberty Warehouse

Reserve at Stillwater
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MAA Patterson

West Village

Trinity Commons at Erwin

The Forest

Lofts at Lakeview

Vintage Durham

GeerHouse

Willow Bend Apartments

SoHo Apartment Homes

The Bailey Apartments

ReNew Durham
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BLU Station Apartments

810 Ninth

Haven at Patterson Place

Terrazzo Durham

Whetstone

Crossings @ 501

The Element Apartments

Magnolia Pointe Apartments

Aura 509

Atlas Durham
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The Ramsey

Forest Pointe

605 West End

Chandler at University Tower

Poplar West Apartments

Trinity Properties - Campus Walk

Mission University Pines

Willowdaile

Alden Place at South Square

Professional Coliving - Private Room
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 | $1,482 | $795 | $4,424 |
Downtown Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,749 | $525 | $4,387 |
Downtown Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,292 | $1,005 | $8,732 |
Downtown Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,689 | $1,299 | $9,010 |
Downtown Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,785 | $1,611 | $4,500 |
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Top Durham Apartments in the Downtown Durham Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 06-16-2025Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Downtown Durham, NC apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
The Belmont
For a limited time, receive ONE MONTH FREE RENT! Call us today to schedule your tour!Expires 06-15-2025
Berkshire Main Street
ASK US HOW TO GET 1 MONTH FREE* - LIMITED QUANTITY! *Terms & restrictions apply/select apartments/subject to end without notice.Expires 06-15-2025
Maizon Durham
Receive Up To 2 Months Free! Apply Within 48 Hours Of Your Initial Tour And Receive A Gift Card Up To $750.Expires 06-15-2025
Magnolia Pointe Apartments
$500 OFF WHEN YOU MOVE WITHIN THE NEXT 4 WEEKS! RESTRICTIONS APPLY.Expires 06-15-2025
Whetstone
One month free but must move in by 6/27! Restrictions apply - Contact our leasing team for detailsExpires 06-15-2025
Atrium- Students save up to 10%!
FIRST FULL MONTH OF RENT FREE! Must apply by June 18th! STUDENTS: $260 off your first full month of rent! Follow us on Instagram to learn more about the living experience! @atrium_apartments *Specials apply to new residents only. Conditions applyExpires 06-15-2025
West Village
CONTACT US TODAY TO RECEIVE UP TO 2 MONTHS FREE PLUS WAIVED APP AND ADMIN FEES!!! **Terms and conditions apply. Must apply by 06/15/2025.Expires 06-15-2025
MAA Patterson
Lease now and save $300! Certain exclusions may apply.Expires 06-15-2025
605 West End
Get TWO MONTHS FREE when you APPLY and MOVE IN by August 31st, 2025. *12-15 Month Lease Terms Apply * Restrictions ApplyExpires 06-15-2025
ReNew Durham
Love it? Lease it! Enjoy waived app & admin fees when you make ReNew Durham your new home! Please see a Leasing Consultant for details and restrictions.Expires 06-15-2025
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown Durham, NC
Specials updated: 06-16-2025Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown Durham, NC. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Crowne at 501
Restrictions apply.Expires 09-01-2025
Peachtree Downtown
One month FREE with 12-month lease.Expires 04-17-2026
Professional Coliving - Private Room
Apply now and receive a credit for your application fee toward your first month’s rent! Don’t miss out on this limited-time offer — secure your spot today and enjoy affordable, hassle-free co-living this summer.Expires 07-31-2025
Poplar West Apartments
1 Month Free rent for 12-Month Lease!Expires 08-01-2025
LaSalle Pointe Apartments
LaSalle Pointe is a boutique community that offers spacious one bedroom apartment homes and private parking at a reasonable budget-friendly price! FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY, LEASE AND MOVE IN BY JULY 4, 2025 AND WITH APPROVED CREDIT, AND A 13-MONTH LEASE, YOU WILL RECEIVE $500 OFF YOUR FIRST THREE MONTH’S RENT! NO APPLICATION FEE! TWENTY-FOUR MONTH LEASES AVAILABLE AT MARKET RENT. FRAUD NOTICE Submitting a rental application, paystubs, bank statement, general documents, or identity documentation of another person, or falsified identification without lawful authority is a state and federal crime. We work with local, state, and federal agencies to submit and prosecute all identity fraud. In addition, applicants that submit falsified documentation, the application will automatically be declined.Expires 06-30-2025
Trinity Properties - Campus Walk
1 Month Free rent for 12-Month Lease!Expires 08-01-2025
Forest Pointe
Move in before the end of July and get a $450 move in credit! Hurry, this special wont last long -- call today to reserve your next new home!Expires 06-30-2025
SoHo Apartment Homes
*Waived Admin Fee If holding fee is paid within 48 hours of approval. *Specials apply to 12-month leases only & if moved in by 6/30/2025. *Pricing is subject to change. Call for availability before submitting an application. Application fees are non-refundable.Expires 07-01-2025
Crossings @ 501
*Waived Admin Fee If holding fee is paid within 48 hours of approval. *Special applies to 12-month leases only & if moved in by 6/30/2025. *Pricing is subject to change. Call for availability before submitting an application. Application fees are non-refundable.*Expires 07-01-2025
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*Waived Admin Fee If holding fee is paid within 48 hours of approval. *Special applies to 12-month leases only & if moved in by 6/30/2025. *Pricing is subject to change. Call for availability before submitting an application. Application fees are non-refundable.Expires 07-01-2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Downtown Durham Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Downtown Durham?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Durham is at Professional Coliving - Private Room listed at $750.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Downtown Durham Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Durham is $1,946.
What is the largest Rent Specials Downtown Durham Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Durham is a 1,914 square feet unit starting from $1,464 at Berkshire Main Street.
What is the average size for Downtown Durham Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown Durham is currently at 593 sq ft.
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