
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Emoryville Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $500 (30 Rentals)
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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 | $1,106 | $1,083 | $1,133 |
| Emoryville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,242 | $1,025 | $3,214 |
| Emoryville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,498 | $1,020 | $3,173 |
| Emoryville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,656 | $1,156 | $5,283 |
| Emoryville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,631 | $1,260 | $1,690 |
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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 Lakeside Gardens priced from $1,025. Triangle Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Emoryville apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Gardens | One Bed and One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Triangle Place | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Rolling Hills Apartments | RH 2B 1B | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| MAA Research Park | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,083 |
| Emory Woods | 2 BEDROOM 1 BATH (950 SF) | 2BR,1BA | $1,091 |
| Encore at the Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| Roxboro Quads | Roxboro Quads - 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Vetra Forest Hills - Lexington Street | B1.5 | 2BR,1BA | $1,189 |
| Woodland Creek Townhomes and Apartments | The Maple Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Elevate the Park | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emoryville, NC
As of March 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Emoryville area is the $1.37 price per square foot Raritan Model at Braxton Townhomes in the in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood starting from $2,559. The second greatest value Emoryville apartment is the 3 BEDROOM 2.5 BATH TOWNHOME Model at Emory Woods starting at $1,506 with a $1.16 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 | $1.37 |
| Emory Woods | 3 BEDROOM 2.5 BATH TOWNHOME | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.16 |
| Retreat at RTP | Willow Deluxe | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Taylor's Pond | The Eno 1162 | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.14 |
| Balfour West | 2 Bedroom Townhome Renovated | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.29 |
| Triangle Place | The Juniper | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Woodland Creek Townhomes and Apartments | The Longleaf Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Encore at the Park | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Rolling Hills Apartments | RH 2B 1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 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 $1,690.
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 84 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 $881 which is $809 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Emoryville.
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