Cheap Homes for Rent in RTP Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $1,600 (36 Rentals)

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RTP, Durham, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available RTP Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the RTP area of Durham, NC is a Studio unit found at Vivo Living Forest Hills priced from $835. Bentley Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $946. Here are the most affordable RTP apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vivo Living Forest HillsStudioStudio,1BA$835
Bentley RidgeThe Brightleaf 5351BR,1BA$946
The PinesStudioStudio,1BA$950
Haven at Research Triangle ParkA11BR,1BA$984
Triangle Park Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,030
MAA Research ParkE1Studio,1BA$1,038
AvenBeech1BR,1BA$1,067
Encore at the ParkA11BR,1BA$1,073
Featherstone VillageOne Bedroom (sunroom optional)1BR,1BA$1,116
The Exchange at Brier CreekLondonStudio,1BA$1,122

Best Value Apartments for Rent in RTP, NC

As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the RTP area is the $1.12 price per square foot Fraser Model at Houndswood Village in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $2,652. The second greatest value RTP apartment is the Raritan Model at Braxton Townhomes starting at $2,422 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for RTP apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Houndswood VillageFraser3BR,2.5BA$1.12
Braxton TownhomesRaritan3BR,2.5BA$1.30
ABODE at ArringdonLennox3BR,3.5BA$1.38
Davis Park2 bed2BR,3.5BA$1.21
Waterstone at Brier Creek ApartmentsBroad3BR,2BA$1.17
Forest Glen ApartmentsPine4BR,2BA$1.35
Encore at the ParkB12BR,2BA$1.27
Emory Woods2 BEDROOM 1 BATH (1020 SF)2BR,1BA$1.26
Woodland Creek Apartments1 bedroom 1.5 bathroom1BR,1.5BA$1.33
Aventura RTPA21BR,1BA$1.39

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Frequently Asked Questions about RTP

What type of rentals are currently available in RTP?

There are currently 72 Apartments for Rent in RTP, NC with pricing that ranges from $650 to $5,240. There are also 83 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in RTP ranging from $1,695 to $3,295.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in RTP?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in RTP ranges from $1,695 to $3,295 with an average monthly rent of $2,485.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in RTP?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in RTP range from $1,524 to $5,240, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,700 to $3,295. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,295.

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