
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC (38 Rentals)
Apartments in the Downtown Durham area of Durham with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


Trinity Commons

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Kelby Farms

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Griffin Durham

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Beckon

The Reserve at Patterson Place

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Cortland Bull City

Foster on the Park Apartments

Brightleaf on Main
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Liberty Warehouse

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810 Ninth

J501 Estates

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Avana On Broad

Heights Lasalle

Mission University Pines

Woodstone at Croasdaile Farm

Croasdaile

University Ridge Apartments
Durham's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell)

Willowdaile

605 West End

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Whetstone

One City Center Apartments

The Flats Exchange on Erwin Apartments

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Haven at Patterson Place

ReNew West Durham

South Square Townhomes
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Poplar West Apartments

Forest Pointe

Alden Place at South Square

Strawberry Hill Apartments

ReNew Durham

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Garrett West

Station Nine

601-607 Maplewood Ave

Willard Street Apartments
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Peachtree Downtown

Braxton Townhomes
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 | $1,553 | $799 | $3,737 |
| Downtown Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,684 | $775 | $6,594 |
| Downtown Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,065 | $899 | $6,676 |
| Downtown Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,517 | $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.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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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 $799 to $3,737 with an average price of $1,981.
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 $1,684.
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 $2,065.
How expensive are Downtown Durham Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 113 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Durham on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,300 to $9,103 - averaging $2,517 for the location.
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Your Guide to the Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Durham, NC
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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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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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