
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Outer East Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $500 (40 Rentals)
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1911 Capps St

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1516 E Geer St

1222 Hearthside St

2736 Holloway St
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102 W Maynard Ave, Unit Apt. A

511 Park Ave

1477 Maplewood Dr
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2736 Holloway St

8401 Metronome Ln

302 Raynor St

3305 Tarleton E

1011 E Ellerbee St

918 Fiske St

1120 Elmo St

802 Park Ave
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Outer East Durham, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Outer East Durham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer East Durham 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,660 | $900 | $3,200 |
| Outer East Durham 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,028 | $750 | $3,200 |
| Outer East Durham 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,553 | $900 | $4,500 |
| Outer East Durham 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,824 | $2,400 | $3,400 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer East Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Cheapest Available Outer East Durham Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer East Durham area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Community Room Rental – Durham priced from $840. Reserve @ Blu Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Outer East Durham apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Room Rental – Durham | Dillard (Inside Unit) - 1st floor - Suite A | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Reserve @ Blu Townhomes | 1x1 Standard- Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Lake Lynn Reserve Apartments | A2 - Pelican | 1BR,1BA | $922 |
| Bentley Ridge | The Brightleaf 535 | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| BLU Station Apartments | One Bedroom Standard-Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Sailboat Bay | A2 RW Reno | 1BR,1BA | $978 |
| Vivo Living Forest Hills | Studio | Studio,1BA | $984 |
| Laurel Oaks | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Woodland Creek Townhomes and Apartments | The Longleaf Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Regency Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East Durham, NC
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer East Durham area is the $1.10 price per square foot Chestnut Model at NightStar Village in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $2,749. The second greatest value Outer East Durham apartment is the C2T Model at Avalon Townhomes Brier Creek starting at $2,530 with a $1.07 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| NightStar Village | Chestnut | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.10 |
| Avalon Townhomes Brier Creek | C2T | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.07 |
| Braxton at Brier Creek | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Pendleton Townhomes | Four Bedroom Townhome | 4BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Ashley Park Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment Homes | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Park Place Apartments | B1 - The Atlanta | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Balfour West | 2 Bedroom Townhome Renovated | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.29 |
| Featherstone Village | Two Bedroom (sunroom optional) | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Foxridge Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom 45% | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Maple Creek | Garden | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Outer East Durham
What type of rentals are currently available in Outer East Durham?
There are currently 301 Apartments for Rent in Outer East Durham, NC with pricing that ranges from $815 to $11,163. There are also 311 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Outer East Durham ranging from $555 to $4,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Outer East Durham?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Outer East Durham ranges from $555 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,981.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Outer East Durham?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Outer East Durham range from $1,300 to $11,163, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $750 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,650.
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