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Icon Downtown Durham
1500 Duke University RdDurham, NC 27701
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Duke University Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $500 (13 Rentals)
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Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%!
311 S Lasalle StDurham, NC 27705
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Poplar Manor
902-904 Lambeth CirDurham, NC 27705
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Poplar West Apartments
700-896 Louise CirDurham, NC 27705
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Trinity Properties - Campus Walk
2724 Campus Walk AveDurham, NC 27705
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$1,099 - $1,8632 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Viceroy Apartments
1700 Chapel Hill RdDurham, NC 27707
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LaSalle Pointe Apartments
710-720 S Lasalle StDurham, NC 27705
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University Commons - Durham
1505 Duke University RdDurham, NC 27701
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University Commons
801-804 Underwood AveDurham, NC 27701
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Dupont Circle
500 Dupont DrDurham, NC 27705
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1806 Chapel Hill Rd
1806 Chapel Hill RdDurham, NC 27707
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Montego
1901 Morehead AveDurham, NC 27707
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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 | $1,526 | $875 | $1,915 |
| Duke University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,669 | $900 | $2,420 |
| Duke University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,043 | $1,099 | $3,330 |
| Duke University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,206 | $1,470 | $3,705 |
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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 Studio unit found at Icon Downtown Durham priced from $875. Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $970. Here are the most affordable Duke University 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 |
| Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! | Hereford | 1BR,1BA | $970 |
| Poplar Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Trinity Properties - Campus Walk | 2 bedroom/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Duke University, NC
As of February 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Duke University area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2BR/2BA Upper Floor Model at 2211 Morehead Ave in the in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood starting from $1,249. The second greatest value Duke University apartment is the Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at Holly Hill starting at $1,325 with a $1.07 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2211 Morehead Ave | 2BR/2BA Upper Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Holly Hill | Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| Trinity Properties - Campus Walk | 2 bedroom/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Poplar Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| The Belmont | The Sara | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| 1013 Rosedale Ave, Unit A | 1013 Rosedale Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| LaSalle Pointe Apartments | The Brightleaf 700 | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| ReNew West Durham | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! | Hereford | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
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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 $1,325.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Duke University?
The cheapest apartment in Duke University is Icon Downtown Durham which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Duke University costs $2,071.
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 273 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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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.
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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.