929 Morreene Rd
DurhamNC27705
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Duke University Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $500 (22 Rentals)
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929 Morreene Rd
DurhamNC27705
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LaSalle Pointe Apartments
710-720 S Lasalle StDurham, NC 27705
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1500 Duke University RdDurham, NC 27701
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1733 Morehead Ave
DurhamNC27707
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Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%!
311 S Lasalle StDurham, NC 27705
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Poplar West Apartments
700-896 Louise CirDurham, NC 27705
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1731 Morehead Ave
DurhamNC27707
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Chapel Tower- Students save up to 10%!
1315 Morreene RdDurham, NC 27705
1009 Golf St
DurhamNC27705
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Holly Hill
2716 Campus Walk AveDurham, NC 27705
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1100 Rosedale Ave
DurhamNC27707
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The Edge at West End The Edge at West End
1808-1810 Chapel Hill RdDurham, NC 27707
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Duke University, Durham, NC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Duke University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke University Studio Apartments | $1,872 | $1,000 | $4,432 |
| Duke University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,850 | $738 | $4,954 |
| Duke University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,277 | $1,175 | $10,000+ |
| Duke University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,779 | $1,695 | $3,536 |
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Cheapest Available Duke University Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Duke University area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at LaSalle Pointe Apartments priced from $999. Icon Downtown Durham has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Duke University apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| LaSalle Pointe Apartments | The Brightleaf 700 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Icon Downtown Durham | A1 Studio C Standard -Call for Availability | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! | Hereford | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Chapel Tower- Students save up to 10%! | Morreene | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Holly Hill | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Duke University, NC
As of June 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Duke University area is the $1.69 price per square foot The Washington Model at The Belmont in the in the Downtown Durham neighborhood starting from $1,839. The second greatest value Duke University apartment is the P2TH Model at Poplar West Apartments starting at $1,395 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Downtown Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Duke University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Belmont | The Washington | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Poplar West Apartments | P2TH | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Trinity Properties - Campus Walk | CW2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| The Flats Exchange on Erwin Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Holly Hill | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| ReNew West Durham | Charleston | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.70 |
| LaSalle Pointe Apartments | The Brightleaf 740 | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Chapel Tower- Students save up to 10%! | Morreene | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! | Hereford | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Duke University Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Duke University?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Duke University is under $1,471.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Duke University?
The cheapest apartment in Duke University is LaSalle Pointe Apartments which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Duke University costs $3,750.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Duke University?
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 57 regular apartments in Duke University that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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