
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Emoryville Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $500 (26 Rentals)
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Emory Woods

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Mutual Manor

301 E Lawson St
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Rolling Hills Apartments

1222 Hearthside St

2146 Charles St

2207 Otis St

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Sutton Station
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3305 Tarleton E
Emoryville, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Emoryville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emoryville Studio Apartments | $1,781 | $1,163 | $3,587 |
| Emoryville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,188 | $1,025 | $1,900 |
| Emoryville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,447 | $900 | $2,125 |
| Emoryville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,684 | $1,385 | $5,577 |
| Emoryville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,713 | $1,690 | $1,745 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Emoryville Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Cheapest Available Emoryville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Emoryville area of Durham, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Rolling Hills Apartments priced from $910. Lakeside Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable Emoryville apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rolling Hills Apartments | RH 2B 1B | 2BR,1BA | $910 |
| Lakeside Gardens | One Bed and One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Roxboro Quads | Roxboro Quads - 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Southpoint Glen | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,141 |
| MAA Research Park | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,163 |
| Woodland Creek Townhomes and Apartments | The Aspen Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1,191 |
| Encore at the Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,253 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | Noble | 2BR,2BA | $1,259 |
| Avon Crossings | Two Bed and One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| Triangle Place | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1,320 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emoryville, NC
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Emoryville area is the $1.43 price per square foot 3 BEDROOM 2.5 BATH TOWNHOME Model at Emory Woods in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $1,865. The second greatest value Emoryville apartment is the The Dogwood Townhome Model at Woodland Creek Townhomes and Apartments starting at $1,775 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the South Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Emoryville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emory Woods | 3 BEDROOM 2.5 BATH TOWNHOME | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
| Woodland Creek Townhomes and Apartments | The Dogwood Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.43 |
| Balfour West | 2 Bedroom Townhome Renovated | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.29 |
| Taylor's Pond | The Eno 1025 | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | Noble | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Encore at the Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Avon Crossings | Two Bed and One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Rolling Hills Apartments | RH 2B 1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Roxboro Quads | Roxboro Quads - 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Lakeside Gardens | One Bed and One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Emoryville Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Emoryville?
The cheapest apartment in Emoryville is Lakeside Gardens which is listed at $1,025, while the average apartment in Emoryville costs $1,385.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Emoryville?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 71 regular apartments in Emoryville that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Emoryville?
Cheap apartments in Emoryville have an average cost of $883 which is $502 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Emoryville.
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