
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastern Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $400 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Eastern Durham area of Durham.


2110 Raj Dr

Room in House on Feldspar Way

Room in Townhome on Farm Pond Trail

2110 Raj Dr

Room in House on Kings Lake Wy

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Room in Townhome on Castle Loch Lane

Room in Townhome on Fitchie Pl

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Haven at Research Triangle Park

BLU Station Apartments

MAA Research Park

Artisan at Brightleaf
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Foxridge Apartments

2088 Tanners Mill Dr

1035 Manorhaven Dr

Indigo Apartments

The Crossings at Alexander Place
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The Lex at Brier Creek
Eastern Durham, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eastern Durham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Durham Studio Apartments | $1,455 | $1,400 | $1,500 |
| Eastern Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,325 | $450 | $1,849 |
| Eastern Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,674 | $1,185 | $2,279 |
| Eastern Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,031 | $1,375 | $2,690 |
| Eastern Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,308 | $1,750 | $2,720 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Eastern Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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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 Haven at Research Triangle Park priced from $936. BLU Station Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Eastern Durham apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haven at Research Triangle Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $936 |
| BLU Station Apartments | One Bedroom Standard-Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Indigo Apartments | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $962 |
| The Crossings at Alexander Place | A1 (The Abby) | 1BR,1BA | $1,091 |
| MAA Research Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,098 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastern Durham, NC
As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eastern Durham area is the $1.12 price per square foot Tanasee Model at Houndswood Village in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $2,617. The second greatest value Eastern Durham apartment is the TH-D1 Model at Amavi Brier Creek starting at $2,300 with a $1.25 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houndswood Village | Tanasee | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.12 |
| Amavi Brier Creek | TH-D1 | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.25 |
| Pendleton Townhome Apartments | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Foxridge Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bathroom 60% | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| The Crossings at Alexander Place | A4 (The Devon) | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Marquis Ellis Crossing | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Springwood Park | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| MAA Research Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Retreat at RTP | Maple Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| The Lex at Brier Creek | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEastern Durham, Durham, NC
Ranked #53
Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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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 $931 at Haven at Research Triangle Park.
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 $1,195 at BLU Station 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 Pendleton Townhome Apartments and starts from $1,450.
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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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