Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastern Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $400 (33 Rentals)

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Naples Terrace

1237 Naples PlDurham, NC 27703
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600 Discovery WayDurham, NC 27703
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Eastern Durham, Durham, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Eastern Durham Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eastern Durham area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Indigo Apartments priced from $936. Haven at Research Triangle Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable Eastern Durham apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Indigo ApartmentsA1B1BR,1BA$936
Haven at Research Triangle ParkA21BR,1BA$949
BLU Station ApartmentsOne Bedroom Standard-Call For Availability1BR,1BA$950
Foxridge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom 60%2BR,2BA$995
Retreat at RTPMaple Deluxe1BR,1BA$1,085
The Crossings at Alexander PlaceA1 (The Abby)1BR,1BA$1,112
The Lex at Brier CreekA11BR,1BA$1,143
Artisan at BrightleafA21BR,1BA$1,214
Trails at Twin Lakes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,214
Braxton at Brier CreekA11BR,1BA$1,222

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastern Durham, NC

As of December 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eastern Durham area is the $1.31 price per square foot D2T Model at Avalon Townhomes Brier Creek in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $3,135. The second greatest value Eastern Durham apartment is the DT-D1 Model at Amavi Brier Creek starting at $2,500 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the East Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eastern Durham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Avalon Townhomes Brier CreekD2T4BR,3.5BA$1.31
Amavi Brier CreekDT-D14BR,2.5BA$1.53
Pendleton TownhomesFour Bedroom Townhome4BR,2BA$1.33
MAA Research ParkB52BR,2BA$1.25
ACCENT BRIER CREEKB22BR,2BA$1.57
Foxridge ApartmentsThree Bedroom Two Bathroom 60%3BR,2BA$1.10
The Crossings at Alexander PlaceA3 (The Addison)1BR,1BA$1.35
Springwood Park2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.47
Marquis Ellis Crossing1B1BR,1BA$1.44
Retreat at RTPMaple Deluxe1BR,1BA$1.39

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Eastern Durham, Durham, NC

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Getting Around the Eastern Durham Neighborhood in Durham, NC

Walk Score®

19 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

22 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

7 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastern Durham Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Eastern Durham?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Eastern Durham is at Ellis Station listed at $1,400.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Eastern Durham Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Eastern Durham Apartment is $936 at Indigo Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Eastern Durham Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Eastern Durham is starting from $995 at Foxridge Apartments.

What is the most affordable Eastern Durham Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Eastern Durham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Foxridge Apartments and starts from $1,245.

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