Cheap Homes for Rent in Eastern Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $1,300 (14 Rentals)

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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 BLU Station Apartments priced from $950. Haven at Research Triangle Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Eastern Durham apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
BLU Station ApartmentsOne Bedroom Standard-Call For Availability1BR,1BA$950
Haven at Research Triangle ParkA11BR,1BA$1,000
Retreat at RTPMaple1BR,1BA$1,135
Indigo ApartmentsA1AR1BR,1BA$1,194
Springwood Park2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,269

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastern Durham, NC

As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eastern Durham area is the $1.15 price per square foot Fraser Model at Houndswood Village in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $2,721. The second greatest value Eastern Durham apartment is the TH-C1 Model at Amavi Brier Creek starting at $2,400 with a $1.50 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.
Houndswood VillageFraser3BR,2.5BA$1.15
Amavi Brier CreekTH-C13BR,2.5BA$1.50
Pendleton Townhome Apartments4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.33
The Lex at Brier CreekB12BR,2BA$1.29
Ascend Brightleaf ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$1.62
MAA Research ParkB32BR,2BA$1.31
Marquis Ellis Crossing1C1BR,1BA$1.72
Springwood Park2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.48
The Crossings at Alexander PlaceA1 (The Abby)1BR,1BA$1.54
Retreat at RTPMaple Deluxe1BR,1BA$1.52

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Frequently Asked Questions about Eastern Durham

What type of rentals are currently available in Eastern Durham?

There are currently 53 Apartments for Rent in Eastern Durham, NC with pricing that ranges from $450 to $5,251. There are also 86 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Eastern Durham ranging from $1,325 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Eastern Durham?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Eastern Durham ranges from $1,325 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,124.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Eastern Durham?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Eastern Durham range from $1,375 to $5,251, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,550 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,149 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,750.

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