
Homes for Rent in Durham, NC Under $1,500 (119 Rentals)


3905 Pendergrass St

705 Piper St

7250 NC-751

721 Liberty St

1410 Cherrycrest Dr

1206 Marne Ave

3290 Ivy Wood Ln

1406 W Markham Ave

104 Blue Crest Ln
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237 Bridgefield Pl

922 Hale St

1605 W Club Blvd

807 W Trinity Ave, Unit #111 Pearl Mill Flats, Unit #111 Pearl Mill Flats

311 Swift Ave

800-8B5 Fargo St

518 Boone St

114 E Club Blvd

2212 Edwin Ave

1004 Clarendon St
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1116 E Geer St

1925 Morehead Ave

600 S Duke St

2418 Owen St

227 Bridgefield Pl

3803 Chimney Ridge Pl

830 Wilkerson Ave

919 Washington St

2146 Charles St

2209 Morehead Ave, Unit 1
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116 E Edgewood Dr

302 Raynor St

916 Alabama Ave

802 Park Ave

600 Audubon Lake Dr

1404 Manteo St

2602 E Geer St

1900 Sunset Ave

3 Fisher Pl

4214 Oran Ave
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208 E Geer St

1911 Capps St

1008 Starlight Dr

Room in Duplex on S Alston Ave

1011 Morreene Rd

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Room in Townhome on Primo Dr

1911 Capps St

2736 Holloway St

4537 Kerley Rd
Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Durham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durham 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,758 | $800 | $2,900 |
| Durham 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,136 | $1,500 | $4,500 |
| Durham 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,721 | $895 | $7,000 |
| Durham 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,050 | $2,395 | $4,200 |
| Durham 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
| Durham 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Durham
What type of rentals are currently available in Durham?
There are currently 887 Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC with pricing that ranges from $768 to $8,896. There are also 552 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Durham ranging from $495 to $7,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Durham?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Durham ranges from $495 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,740.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Durham?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Durham range from $1,110 to $8,896, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,095.
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