
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillandale Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $900 (31 Rentals)
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Crystal Village

Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%!

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Vivo Living Durham

4214 Oran Ave

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Element at Creekside

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2124 Bogarde St

Willowdaile

Croasdaile

4215 Thames Ave

1107 Georgia Ave

922 Hale St

2421 Camellia Dr
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2501 Camellia Dr

901 Sedgefield St

2211 Peppertree St

Lodge at Croasdaile Farm

1015 Virgie St

1013 Rosehill Ave

1707 Englewood Ave
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Woodstone at Croasdaile Farm

1009 Edith St

The Belmont

911 Carolina Ave

1427 Cherrycrest Dr

Clairmont at Hillandale

Crossdale Flats
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Hillandale, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillandale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillandale Studio Apartments | $1,415 | $989 | $1,940 |
| Hillandale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,547 | $900 | $2,376 |
| Hillandale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,818 | $1,055 | $2,881 |
| Hillandale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,304 | $1,410 | $4,319 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillandale Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Cheapest Available Hillandale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillandale area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Strawberry Hill Apartments priced from $900. Crystal Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable Hillandale apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strawberry Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Crystal Village | Emerald | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! | Hereford | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Vivo Living Durham | The Carolinas - B | Studio,1BA | $989 |
| Element at Creekside | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,034 |
| The Element Apartments | 1x1 Standard- Call for Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Willowdaile | 11SZ | 1BR,1BA | $1,085 |
| Croasdaile | 21D | 2BR,1BA | $1,123 |
| Lodge at Croasdaile Farm | C1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,370 |
| Crossdale Flats | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,418 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillandale, NC
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillandale area is the $1.63 price per square foot 3 Beds, 3 Baths Model at Ninth Street Commons in the in the Downtown Durham neighborhood starting from $3,575. The second greatest value Hillandale apartment is the B2 Model at Crossdale Flats starting at $1,418 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Downtown Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillandale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ninth Street Commons | 3 Beds, 3 Baths | 3BR,3BA | $1.63 |
| Crossdale Flats | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Woodstone at Croasdaile Farm | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Element at Creekside | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Croasdaile | 11AZ | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| The Element Apartments | 1x1 Upgraded- Call for Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Strawberry Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Crystal Village | Emerald | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Willowdaile | 11SZ | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! | Hereford | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillandale Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hillandale?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hillandale is at Vivo Living Durham listed at $989.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillandale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillandale Apartment is $900 at Strawberry Hill Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillandale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillandale is starting from $1,085 at Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%!.
What is the most affordable Hillandale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hillandale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willowdaile and starts from $1,450.
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