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Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%!
311 S Lasalle StDurham, NC 27705
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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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Poplar West Apartments
700-896 Louise CirDurham, NC 27705
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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 | $1,589 | $1,000 | $2,304 |
| Duke University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,720 | $885 | $3,262 |
| Duke University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,158 | $1,265 | $3,730 |
| Duke University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,874 | $1,650 | $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 Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! priced from $930. LaSalle Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $959. Here are the most affordable Duke University apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! | Hereford | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
| LaSalle Pointe Apartments | The Brightleaf 700 | 1BR,1BA | $959 |
| Icon Downtown Durham | A1 Studio C Standard -Call for Availability | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Poplar West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Duke University, NC
As of July 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Duke University area is the $1.22 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Holly Hill in the in the Downtown Durham neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Duke University apartment is the Duke Model at Chapel Tower- Students save up to 10%! starting at $1,485 with a $1.56 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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| Holly Hill | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
| Chapel Tower- Students save up to 10%! | Duke | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
| Trinity Properties - Campus Walk | 2 bedroom/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 603 Maplewood Ave, Unit A | 603 Maplewood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| The Belmont | The Sara | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| ReNew West Durham | Charleston | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.69 |
| LaSalle Pointe Apartments | The Brightleaf 700 | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Lofts at Lakeview | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.18 |
| Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! | Hereford | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across North Carolina and customized analysis for Central Durham, NC. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
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 $1,495.
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 $959, while the average apartment in Duke University costs $3,436.
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 53 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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