
Cheap Homes for Rent in Duke Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $600 (6 Rentals)
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Room in House on Fargo St

600 S Duke St
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2209 Morehead Ave

132 Blue Crest Ln

810 Gerard St
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Duke, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Duke?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,569 | $1,250 | $2,485 |
| Duke 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,161 | $1,750 | $2,600 |
| Duke 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,600 | $4,600 | $4,600 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Duke Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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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 $839. Icon Downtown Durham has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Duke apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dupont Circle | The Brightleaf 400 | 1BR,1BA | $839 |
| Icon Downtown Durham | A1 Studio C Standard -Call for Availability | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Duke, NC
As of February 24, 2026 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 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 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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What type of rentals are currently available in Duke?
There are currently 180 Apartments for Rent in Duke, NC with pricing that ranges from $875 to $5,615. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Duke ranging from $675 to $4,600.
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 $675 to $4,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,207.
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