Cheap Homes for Rent in the RTP Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $590 (14 Rentals)

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300 Finsbury St

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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 $984. Bentley Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,016. Here are the most affordable RTP apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vivo Living Forest HillsStudioStudio,1BA$984
Bentley RidgeThe Brightleaf 5351BR,1BA$1,016
MAA Research ParkE1Studio,1BA$1,123
Indigo ApartmentsA1C1BR,1BA$1,134
TRELLIS DURHAM RTP ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,145

Best Value Apartments for Rent in RTP, NC

As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the RTP area is the $1.37 price per square foot The Dogwood Townhome Model at Woodland Creek Townhomes and Apartments in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value RTP apartment is the 2 BEDROOM 1.5 BATH TOWNHOME Model at Emory Woods starting at $1,383 with a $1.15 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.
Woodland Creek Townhomes and ApartmentsThe Dogwood Townhome3BR,1.5BA$1.37
Emory Woods2 BEDROOM 1.5 BATH TOWNHOME2BR,1.5BA$1.15
Waterstone at Brier Creek ApartmentsNeuse | Renovated2BR,2BA$1.30
Balfour West2 Bed 2.5 Bath Classic2BR,2.5BA$1.20
Triangle PlaceThe Juniper2BR,2BA$1.22
MAA Arringdon22A2BR,2BA$1.24
Featherstone VillageTwo Bedroom (sunroom optional)2BR,2BA$1.21
Foxridge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom 60%2BR,2BA$1.22
Forest Glen ApartmentsNoble2BR,2BA$1.25
Encore at the ParkA11BR,1BA$1.38

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Frequently Asked Questions about RTP

What type of rentals are currently available in RTP?

There are currently 75 Apartments for Rent in RTP, NC with pricing that ranges from $950 to $3,743. There are also 82 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in RTP ranging from $590 to $3,395.

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 $590 to $3,395 with an average monthly rent of $1,941.

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 $1,399 to $3,743, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,695 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,600.

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