Cheap Homes for Rent in Eastern Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $500 (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 Reserve @ Blu Townhomes priced from $900. Indigo Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $928. Here are the most affordable Eastern Durham apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Reserve @ Blu Townhomes1x1 Standard- Call For Availability1BR,1BA$900
Indigo ApartmentsA1A1BR,1BA$928
Haven at Research Triangle ParkA11BR,1BA$949
BLU Station ApartmentsOne Bedroom Standard-Call For Availability1BR,1BA$975
MAA Research ParkE1Studio,1BA$1,088

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastern Durham, NC

As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eastern Durham area is the $1.35 price per square foot Rowan Model at ABODE at Stella View in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $2,599. The second greatest value Eastern Durham apartment is the Nantucket Model at Fox Crossing Luxury Apartments starting at $1,962 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the South 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.
ABODE at Stella ViewRowan3BR,2.5BA$1.35
Fox Crossing Luxury ApartmentsNantucket3BR,2BA$1.47
Pendleton TownhomesFour Bedroom Townhome4BR,2BA$1.25
Retreat at RTPWillow Deluxe3BR,2BA$1.48
Foxridge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom 60%2BR,2BA$1.33
Braxton at Brier CreekA21BR,1BA$1.45
Springwood Park2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.48
The Lex at Brier CreekA21BR,1BA$1.57
The Crossings at Alexander PlaceA1 (The Abby)1BR,1BA$1.57
Trails at Twin Lakes1 x 11BR,1BA$1.58

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Eastern Durham, Durham, NC

Ranked #53

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Eastern Durham

What type of rentals are currently available in Eastern Durham?

There are currently 55 Apartments for Rent in Eastern Durham, NC with pricing that ranges from $900 to $5,522. There are also 145 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Eastern Durham ranging from $575 to $4,200.

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 $575 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,828.

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 $1,300 to $4,575, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $3,369. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,650.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Your Guide to the Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Durham, NC

Written by: Billy K

I'm Billy, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Durham, North Carolina. And if you’re considering settling down in Durham, you’re in luck.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.