Cheap Homes for Rent in Duke Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $700 (14 Rentals)

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Duke, Durham, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Duke Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Duke area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Dupont Circle priced from $710. Icon Downtown Durham has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Duke apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dupont CircleThe Brightleaf 6001BR,1BA$710
Icon Downtown DurhamA1 Studio C Standard -Call for AvailabilityStudio,1BA$900
Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%!Hereford1BR,1BA$955
ReNew West DurhamAugusta1BR,1BA$1,014
WhetstoneS1Studio,1BA$1,031

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Duke, NC

As of November 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Duke 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 apartment is the Two Bedroom 1.5 Bath Model at Holly Hill starting at $1,400 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Downtown Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Duke apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1003 Lamond Ave, Unit Apt B1003 Lamond Ave3BR,1BA$1.47
Holly HillTwo Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.14
Willow Bend ApartmentsWB 3x23BR,2BA$1.59
Trinity Properties - Campus Walk2 bedroom/1 bath2BR,1BA$1.24
Viceroy ApartmentsVR 2x12BR,1BA$1.52
Poplar ManorTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.54
Anderson Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.42
901 South Apartments Durham Downtown901 South - 1bed1BR,1BA$1.52
LaSalle Pointe ApartmentsThe Brightleaf 7001BR,1BA$1.57
Dupont CircleThe Brightleaf 5251BR,1BA$1.55

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Duke, Durham, NC

Ranked #34

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Duke

What type of rentals are currently available in Duke?

There are currently 176 Apartments for Rent in Duke, NC with pricing that ranges from $895 to $5,772. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Duke ranging from $738 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Duke?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Duke ranges from $738 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,202.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Duke?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Duke range from $1,500 to $4,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,803.

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.

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Your Guide to the Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Durham, NC

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.