Cheap Homes for Rent in the Plum Street Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $550 (7 Rentals)

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2408 Harvard Ave

DurhamNC27703
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Best Value Homes for Rent in Plum Street, NC

As of September 17, 2026 the best value rental home in the Plum Street area is the $1.35 price per square foot 104 S Driver St Model at 104 S Driver St in the Plum Street neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Plum Street rental home is the Room in Single Family Home on Formosa Ave Model at Room in Single Family Home on Formosa Ave in the Plum Street neighborhood starting at $850 with a $0.33 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plum Street homes based on price per square foot:

Home ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
104 S Driver St104 S Driver St4BR, 3BA$1.35
Room in Single Family Home on Formosa AveRoom in Single Family Home on Formosa Ave1BR, 1BA$0.33
Room in Duplex on S Alston AveRoom in Duplex on S Alston Ave1BR, 1BA$0.56
1007 Grant St1007 Grant St2BR, 1BA$2.00
2408 Harvard Ave2408 Harvard Ave1BR, 1BA$3.75

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Frequently Asked Questions about Plum Street

What type of rentals are currently available in Plum Street?

There are currently 36 Apartments for Rent in Plum Street, NC with pricing that ranges from $900 to $2,595. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Plum Street ranging from $550 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Plum Street?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Plum Street ranges from $550 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,773.

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