
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Duke University West Campus Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $500 (27 Rentals)
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Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%!

Viceroy Apartments

Poplar Manor

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LaSalle Pointe Apartments

2008 Jersey Ave

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Chapel Tower - Students save up to 10%!

605 West End
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Brightleaf on Main

2209 Morehead Ave

Willow Bend Apartments

Holly Hill

1105 Lancaster St

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2211 Morehead Ave
Duke University West Campus, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Duke University West Campus?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke University West Campus Studio Apartments | $1,480 | $875 | $2,700 |
| Duke University West Campus 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,659 | $900 | $3,791 |
| Duke University West Campus 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,148 | $999 | $5,615 |
| Duke University West Campus 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,553 | $1,470 | $4,119 |
| Duke University West Campus 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,619 | $2,619 | $2,619 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Duke University West Campus Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Cheapest Available Duke University West Campus Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Duke University West Campus area of Durham, NC is a Studio unit found at Icon Downtown Durham priced from $875. Viceroy Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Duke University West Campus apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Icon Downtown Durham | A1 Studio C Standard -Call for Availability | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! | Hereford | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Poplar Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Anderson Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| ReNew West Durham | Charleston | 2BR,1BA | $1,089 |
| Trinity Properties - Campus Walk | 2 bedroom/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| LaSalle Pointe Apartments | The Brightleaf 700 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| 605 West End | Gregson | Studio,1BA | $1,176 |
| Brightleaf on Main | M1 | Studio,1BA | $1,179 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Duke University West Campus, NC
As of February 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Duke University West Campus area is the $1.47 price per square foot 1003 Lamond Ave Model at 1003 Lamond Ave, Unit Apt B in the in the Government Services District neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Duke University West Campus apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at Georgetown Manor starting at $1,395 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Downtown Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Duke University West Campus apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1003 Lamond Ave, Unit Apt B | 1003 Lamond Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Georgetown Manor | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Willow Bend Apartments | WB 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Holly Hill | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Trinity Properties - Campus Walk | 2 bedroom/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Poplar Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 901 South Apartments Durham Downtown | 901 South - 2bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Anderson Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| LaSalle Pointe Apartments | The Brightleaf 700 | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Duke University West Campus Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Duke University West Campus?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Duke University West Campus is under $1,179.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Duke University West Campus?
The cheapest apartment in Duke University West Campus is Dupont Circle which is listed at $839, while the average apartment in Duke University West Campus costs $2,533.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Duke University West Campus?
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 301 regular apartments in Duke University West Campus 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 University West Campus?
Cheap apartments in Duke University West Campus have an average cost of $1,230 which is $1,303 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Duke University West Campus.
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