
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Emoryville Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $500 (28 Rentals)
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Rolling Hills Apartments
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Southpoint Glen

Lakeside Gardens

Emory Woods

MAA Research Park
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Triangle Place

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Retreat at RTP

Vetra Forest Hills - Lexington Street

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Encore at the Park

2301 Otis St

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Elevate the Park

Mutual Manor

Amber Oaks Apartments

Sutton Station

Roxboro Quads

Taylor's Pond

3305 Tarleton E
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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 | $1,140 | $1,113 | $1,168 |
| Emoryville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,222 | $835 | $3,405 |
| Emoryville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,446 | $995 | $3,000 |
| Emoryville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,689 | $1,385 | $5,870 |
| Emoryville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,718 | $1,690 | $1,756 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 28 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 1 Bed unit found at Rolling Hills Apartments priced from $835. Southpoint Glen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $982. Here are the most affordable Emoryville apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rolling Hills Apartments | RH 1B 1B | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Southpoint Glen | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $982 |
| Lakeside Gardens | One Bed and One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Triangle Place | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| Roxboro Quads | Roxboro Quads - 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Woodland Creek Townhomes and Apartments | The Longleaf Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Emory Woods | 2 BEDROOM 1 BATH (1020 SF) | 2BR,1BA | $1,163 |
| Retreat at RTP | Maple Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
| Elevate the Park | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Avon Crossings | Two Bed and One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,315 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emoryville, NC
As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Emoryville area is the $1.38 price per square foot Raritan Model at Braxton Townhomes in the in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood starting from $2,574. The second greatest value Emoryville apartment is the The Durham 1435 Model at Sutton Station starting at $1,802 with a $1.26 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Braxton Townhomes | Raritan | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.38 |
| Sutton Station | The Durham 1435 | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Emory Woods | 3 BEDROOM 2.5 BATH TOWNHOME | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.28 |
| Woodland Creek Townhomes and Apartments | The Dogwood Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | Oak | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Balfour West | 2 Bedroom Townhome Renovated | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.29 |
| Southpoint Glen | Oakwood | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Encore at the Park | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Triangle Place | The Willow Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Lakeside Gardens | One Bed and One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEmoryville, Durham, NC
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Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
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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 Rolling Hills Apartments which is listed at $835, while the average apartment in Emoryville costs $1,690.
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 81 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 $864 which is $826 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Emoryville.
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