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Vivo Living Durham
2517 Guess RdDurham, NC 27705
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $770 (20 Rentals)
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1920 Ivy Creek BlvdDurham, NC 27707
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1500 Duke University RdDurham, NC 27701
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800 White Pine DrDurham, NC 27705
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700-896 Louise CirDurham, NC 27705
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Atlas Durham
321 W Corporation StDurham, NC 27701
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605 West End
605 W Chapel Hill StDurham, NC 27701
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1005 W Main StDurham, NC 27701
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Realm at Patterson Place
3767 SW Durham DrDurham, NC 27707
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501 Willard StDurham, NC 27701
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Lantower Bullhouse
504 E Pettigrew StDurham, NC 27701
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The Ramsey
510 E Pettigrew StDurham, NC 27701
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Kelby Farms
1122 Medlin RdDurham, NC 27707
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Rigsbee Collection
318 W Corporation StDurham, NC 27701
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Liberty Warehouse
530 Foster StDurham, NC 27701
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Beckon
311 Liggett StDurham, NC 27701
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University Commons - Durham
1505 Duke University RdDurham, NC 27701
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801-804 Underwood AveDurham, NC 27701
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804 Angier AveDurham, NC 27701
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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 | $1,434 | $770 | $3,469 |
| Downtown Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,620 | $795 | $3,862 |
| Downtown Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,102 | $800 | $4,867 |
| Downtown Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,578 | $1,300 | $7,394 |
| Downtown Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,013 | $1,700 | $2,653 |
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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 Vivo Living Durham which is listed at $770, while the average apartment in Downtown Durham costs $1,964.
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 602 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 $987 which is $977 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Durham.
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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.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.
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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.