Cheap Homes for Rent in RTP Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $700 (10 Rentals)

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property at 1424 Scholar Dr

$950

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1424 Scholar Dr

DurhamNC27703
property at 705 Keystone Park Dr

$1,072

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2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available May 4

705 Keystone Park Dr

MorrisvilleNC27560

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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 $799. Bentley Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $948. Here are the most affordable RTP apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vivo Living Forest HillsSTDO - StudioStudio,1BA$799
Bentley RidgeThe Brightleaf 5351BR,1BA$948
The PinesStudioStudio,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in RTP, NC

As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the RTP area is the $1.15 price per square foot D2T Model at Avalon Townhomes Brier Creek in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $2,735. The second greatest value RTP apartment is the Rowan Model at Abode at Stella View starting at $2,700 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the South Durham 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.
Avalon Townhomes Brier CreekD2T4BR,3.5BA$1.15
Abode at Stella ViewRowan3BR,2.5BA$1.40
Braxton TownhomesMaverick3BR,2.5BA$1.28
Emory Woods3 BEDROOM 2.5 BATH TOWNHOME3BR,2.5BA$1.20
Park Place ApartmentsB1 - The Atlanta2BR,2BA$1.29
Balfour West2 Bedroom Townhome Renovated2BR,2.5BA$1.29
Woodland Creek Townhomes and ApartmentsThe Longleaf Apartment1BR,1BA$1.38
Encore at the ParkA11BR,1BA$1.26
Triangle PlaceThe Willow Renovated1BR,1BA$1.33
Featherstone VillageOne Bedroom (sunroom optional)1BR,1BA$1.25

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Rtp, Durham, NC

Ranked #11

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about RTP

What type of rentals are currently available in RTP?

There are currently 73 Apartments for Rent in RTP, NC with pricing that ranges from $799 to $3,641. There are also 69 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in RTP ranging from $710 to $4,200.

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 $710 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,274.

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 $1,372 to $3,547, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,645 to $2,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,688.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Your Guide to the Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Durham, NC

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