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Barton
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Barton

1507 Mathison StDurham, NC 27701
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Naples Terrace
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Naples Terrace

1237 Naples PlDurham, NC 27703
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Camden Place
1 Bedroom Apartments

Camden Place

1217-1223 Camden AveDurham, NC 27701
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Liberty Square
1 Bedroom Apartments

Liberty Square

545 Liberty StDurham, NC 27701
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Bentley Ridge
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bentley Ridge

5523 NC Highway 55Durham, NC 27713
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Camden Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Camden Terrace

1011 Camden AveDurham, NC 27701
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Amber Oaks Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Amber Oaks Apartments

3501 Century Oaks RdDurham, NC 27713
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Outer East Durham, Durham, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer East Durham Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer East Durham area of Durham, NC is a Studio unit found at Vivo Living Forest Hills priced from $810. Regency Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Outer East Durham apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vivo Living Forest HillsStudioStudio,1BA$810
Regency Place Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$899
Lake Lynn Reserve ApartmentsA3 - Seagull1BR,1BA$935
BLU Station ApartmentsOne Bedroom Standard-Call For Availability1BR,1BA$950
The PinesStudioStudio,1BA$950
Bentley RidgeThe Brightleaf 5351BR,1BA$958
BridgeportAshfield Redwood Reno1BR,1BA$978
Haven at Research Triangle ParkA11BR,1BA$1,015
Triangle Park Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,030
MAA Research ParkE1Studio,1BA$1,048

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East Durham, NC

As of June 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer East Durham area is the $1.16 price per square foot Balsam Model at Houndswood Village in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Outer East Durham apartment is the Raritan Model at Braxton Townhomes starting at $2,399 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer East Durham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Houndswood VillageBalsam3BR,3.5BA$1.16
Braxton TownhomesRaritan3BR,2.5BA$1.29
Davis Park2 bed2BR,3.5BA$1.21
Pendleton Townhome Apartments4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.33
Ashley Park ApartmentsThree Bedroom Apartment Homes3BR,2BA$1.31
FairgateTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.25
MAA Brier FallsHuntley2BR,2BA$1.17
Encore at the ParkB12BR,2BA$1.27
Falls Pointe at the Park ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$1.24
Emory Woods2 BEDROOM 1 BATH (1020 SF)2BR,1BA$1.21

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Outer East Durham, Durham, NC

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Outer East Durham, Durham, and the greater Durham area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer East Durham Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer East Durham?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer East Durham is at Vivo Living Forest Hills listed at $810.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East Durham Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East Durham Apartment is $899 at Regency Place Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer East Durham Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer East Durham is starting from $1,147 at Juniper Square Apartments.

What is the most affordable Outer East Durham Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Outer East Durham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Magnolia Pointe Apartments and starts from $1,499.

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