Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Duke Homestead Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $500 (48 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
Learn more about Lifestyle Search
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Duke Homestead area of Durham.

Durham's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Durham and the best places to live with original content written by Local Expert Billy K

Read Article

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

Read Article

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

Read Article

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

Read Article
close
View Me
Brookdale Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brookdale Apartments

815 Dacian AveDurham, NC 27701
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Dupont Circle
1 Bedroom Apartments

Dupont Circle

500 Dupont DrDurham, NC 27705
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Daylight Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Daylight Apartments

315-317 W Trinity AveDurham, NC 27701
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Forest Pointe 2
2 Bedroom Apartments

Forest Pointe 2

1612 Sedgefield StDurham, NC 27705
close
View Me
Avalon East
1 Bedroom Apartments

Avalon East

325 Bridgefield PlDurham, NC 27705
  • Utilities Included
Showing Results 1-48, Page 1 of 1

Duke Homestead, Durham, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Duke Homestead Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Duke Homestead area of Durham, NC is a Studio unit found at Vivo Living Durham priced from $799. Avalon East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $921. Here are the most affordable Duke Homestead apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vivo Living DurhamThe CarolinasStudio,1BA$799
Avalon EastThe Brightleaf 6501BR,1BA$921
Crystal VillageEmerald1BR,1BA$969
Monarch ApartmentsOne Bed, One Bath1BR,1BA$995
Regency Place Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$999
Stonewood ApartmentsDogwood1BR,1BA$999
LaSalle Pointe ApartmentsThe Brightleaf 7001BR,1BA$999
SoHo Apartment Homes1x1 Standard-Call for Availability1BR,1BA$1,000
The Element Apartments1x1 Standard- Call for Availability1BR,1BA$1,000
Poplar ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,025

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Duke Homestead, NC

As of May 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Duke Homestead area is the $1.21 price per square foot One Bedroom Model at Poplar Manor in the in the Downtown Durham neighborhood starting from $1,025. The second greatest value Duke Homestead apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Holly Hill starting at $1,200 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Downtown Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Duke Homestead apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Poplar ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.21
Holly HillOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.54
Regency Place Apartments2 Bedroom-1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.42
Monarch ApartmentsOne Bed, One Bath1BR,1BA$1.29
Forest Pointe1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Garden1BR,1BA$1.43
LaSalle Pointe ApartmentsThe Brightleaf 7401BR,1BA$1.57
Reserve at StillwaterThe Oxford1BR,1BA$1.50
Stonewood ApartmentsDogwood1BR,1BA$1.43
Avalon EastThe Brightleaf 6501BR,1BA$1.42
Crystal VillageEmerald1BR,1BA$1.54

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Duke Homestead, Durham, NC

Ranked #19

Among neighborhoods in Durham, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

decorative image of woman handing cat to small boy

Best Local Schools in
Duke Homestead, Durham, NC

School data provided by Great Schools

Lifestyle Ratings

This website compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Duke Homestead, Durham, and the greater Durham area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, apartment communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Duke Homestead Neighborhood in Durham, NC

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Duke Homestead Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Duke Homestead?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Duke Homestead is under $1,025.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Duke Homestead?

The cheapest apartment in Duke Homestead is Avalon East which is listed at $921, while the average apartment in Duke Homestead costs $3,150.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Duke Homestead?

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 105 regular apartments in Duke Homestead 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 Duke Homestead?

Cheap apartments in Duke Homestead have an average cost of $566 which is $2,584 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Duke Homestead.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

decorative image for Your Guide to the Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Durham, NC article

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.

decorative image for The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour article

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

decorative image for Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting article

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

decorative image for The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters article

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.