
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Old West Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $850 (8 Rentals)
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Old West Durham, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Old West Durham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old West Durham 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,848 | $1,200 | $4,000 |
| Old West Durham 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,578 | $2,090 | $2,900 |
| Old West Durham 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,100 | $3,100 | $3,100 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Old West Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Cheapest Available Old West Durham Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old West Durham area of Durham, NC is a Studio unit found at Vivo Living Durham priced from $970. Forest Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,015. Here are the most affordable Old West Durham apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vivo Living Durham | The Carolinas A | Studio,1BA | $970 |
| Forest Pointe Apartments | 1X1, Phase 1, 650 SqFt | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Forest Pointe | 1 Bedroom Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old West Durham, NC
As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old West Durham area is the $1.32 price per square foot 3 Beds, 3 Baths Model at Ninth Street Commons in the in the Downtown Durham neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Old West Durham apartment is the 1003 Lamond Ave Model at 1003 Lamond Ave, Unit Apt B starting at $2,500 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Government Services District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old West Durham 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 | $1.32 |
| 1003 Lamond Ave, Unit Apt B | 1003 Lamond Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Avalon Durham | C2-1525 | 3BR,2BA | $2.47 |
| Residences at Erwin Mill | 2 1.5 TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.77 |
| The Flats Exchange on Erwin Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.29 |
| Station Nine | A1 Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Trinity Commons | A1-2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Forest Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Garden; 700 SqFt | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Forest Pointe | 1 Bedroom Holly | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 1309 Hudson Ave, Durham, NC | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Old West Durham
What type of rentals are currently available in Old West Durham?
There are currently 90 Apartments for Rent in Old West Durham, NC with pricing that ranges from $970 to $3,941. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old West Durham ranging from $850 to $4,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Old West Durham?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Old West Durham ranges from $850 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,958.
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