Apartments in the East Durham area of Durham with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.
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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Durham Studio Apartments | $1,469 | $1,073 | $3,469 |
| East Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,607 | $710 | $3,862 |
| East Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,068 | $800 | $5,686 |
| East Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,282 | $1,049 | $7,394 |
| East Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,322 | $1,260 | $3,010 |
There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Move in by April 30 to receive up to 2 months FREE! Restrictions apply. Contact us for details.Expires 03-10-2026
Make your move now—lease today and receive up to 2 months free on base rent! -- Move in by 3/31 and we’ll add a $1,000 gift card to welcome you home. -- Other costs and fees excluded. Restrictions apply. See leasing professional for details.Expires 03-10-2026
Move in by 3/15 and receive 10 weeks free! *Restrictions ApplyExpires 03-10-2026
Feel the Luck of the Lease! Limited-Time Savings + 2 Months Free Rent! Move in by 3/31 and receive special reduced pricing and up to 2 MONTHS FREE base rent on minimum 12 month lease. Schedule a personalized tour today! *Lucky savings end soon! Pricing and availability subject to change. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 03-10-2026
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Enjoy up to 10 weeks of rent free living on select homes when you move in by 3/31/26! *Restrictions apply.Expires 03-10-2026
Limited time specials at Encore! 1 bedroom move ins by 3/21/2026 receive up to 1 month free base rent, and 2 bedrooms receive $750 off of your base rent!* *Limited time only, and restrictions may apply. Please contact our office for more details.Expires 03-10-2026
Lease by March 15, 2026 and Receive 1 month of Free Rent and a Free Storage Unit!Expires 03-10-2026
Score $500 OFF your first full month’s rent when you sign a 12+ month lease by March 15th and move in by March 31st! Take your savings to the next round by asking about our waived application and admin fees, plus our $500 resident referral bonus. Hurry, this limited-time offer won’t stay in the bracket for long!Expires 03-10-2026
Now offering up to TWO MONTHS FREE! (select apartment homes only**) Contact us today to find out how! **Terms and conditions apply. MUST MOVE IN BY 04/15/2026Expires 03-10-2026
Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in East Durham, NC. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
One month FREE with 12-month lease.Expires 04-17-2026
Pre-lease with us today! - Receive ONE month FREE! - WAIVED $100 Administration Fee. $25 application! - 5% off for Health, Education, and First Responder employees!Expires 06-30-2026
Coliving Space, private bathroom, utilities included (water,electricity,internet), furnished option, in unit washer and dryer.Expires 05-30-2026
FOR A LIMITED TIME, LEASE AND MOVE IN BY MARCH 17, 2026, AND WITH APPROVED CREDIT, AND A 12-MONTH LEASE, YOU WILL RECEIVE YOUR FIRST FULL MONTH’S RENT FREE! FRAUD Submitting a rental application, paystubs, bank statement, general documents, or identity documentation of another person, or falsified identification without lawful authority is a state and federal crime. We work with local, state, and federal agencies to submit and prosecute all identity fraud. In addition, applicants that submit falsified documentation, the application will automatically be declined.Expires 03-17-2026
*Waived Admin Fee If holding fee is paid within 48 hours of approval. *Specials apply to 12-month leases only & if moved in by 4/30/2026. *Pricing is subject to change. Call for availability before submitting an application. Application fees are non-refundable.Expires 04-01-2026
*Waived Admin Fee If holding fee is paid within 48 hours of approval. *Special applies to 12-month leases only & if moved in by 04/30/2026. Pricing is subject to change. Call for availability before submitting an application. Application fees are non-refundable.Expires 04-01-2026
*Waived Admin Fee If holding fee is paid within 48 hours of approval. *Special applies to 12-month leases only & if moved in by 4/30/2026. *Pricing is subject to change. Call for availability before submitting an application. Application fees are non-refundable.Expires 04-01-2026
Townhomes Starting At $1,199! Contact Us Today For Details And To Schedule Your Community Tour!Expires 03-10-2026
1/2 Off Rent for 5 Months.Expires 03-10-2026
Lease By 3/31, Get 2 Months Free on Select Homes!*Expires 03-10-2026
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Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in East Durham is at Private Room with Walk-In Closet – Utilities & WiFi Included listed at $800.
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in East Durham is $2,245.
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in East Durham is a 2,646 square feet unit starting from $2,110 at Amavi Brier Creek.
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in East Durham is currently at 716 sq ft.
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