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$1,200

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Feb 16

615 E Knox St

DurhamNC27701

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Barton

1507 Mathison StDurham, NC 27701
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1 Bedroom Apartments

Camden Place

1217-1223 Camden AveDurham, NC 27701
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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 $839. Lake Lynn Reserve Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $892. Here are the most affordable Outer East Durham apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vivo Living Forest HillsSTDO - StudioStudio,1BA$839
Lake Lynn Reserve ApartmentsA3 - Seagull1BR,1BA$892
Sailboat BayA1 TA Reno1BR,1BA$894
Regency Place Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$899
Carver Creek ApartmentsOne Bed, One Bath1BR,1BA$944
Featherstone VillageOne Bedroom (sunroom optional)1BR,1BA$957
BLU Station ApartmentsOne Bedroom Standard-Call For Availability1BR,1BA$975
Village of PickwickThe Brighton1BR,1BA$1,005
Hardee Street1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,014
Bentley RidgeThe Brightleaf 5351BR,1BA$1,021

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East Durham, NC

As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer East Durham area is the $1.30 price per square foot D2T Model at Avalon Townhomes Brier Creek in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $3,090. The second greatest value Outer East Durham apartment is the Lennox Model at ABODE at Arringdon starting at $2,229 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the South Durham 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.
Avalon Townhomes Brier CreekD2T4BR,3.5BA$1.30
ABODE at ArringdonLennox3BR,3.5BA$1.28
Braxton TownhomesMaverick3BR,2.5BA$1.28
Emory Woods3 BEDROOM 2.5 BATH TOWNHOME3BR,2.5BA$1.30
Encore at the ParkB32BR,2BA$1.18
FairgateTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,2.5BA$1.25
Balfour West2 Bedroom Townhome Renovated2BR,2.5BA$1.20
Foxridge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom 60%2BR,2BA$1.23
Regency Place ApartmentsONE BEDROOM WITH DEN1BR,1BA$1.31
Featherstone VillageOne Bedroom (sunroom optional)1BR,1BA$1.24

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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 $839.

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 $892 at Lake Lynn Reserve 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 $1,065 at Lake Lynn Reserve 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 Foxridge Apartments and starts from $1,342.

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