Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sayward Drive Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $800 (30 Rentals)

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Sayward Drive, Durham, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sayward Drive Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sayward Drive area of Durham, NC is a Studio unit found at Vivo Living Ivy Creek priced from $834. Glenbrook East and West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $894. Here are the most affordable Sayward Drive apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vivo Living Ivy CreekStudioStudio,1BA$834
Glenbrook East and WestThe Brightleaf GW 6601BR,1BA$894
Crossings @ 5011x1 Creekview Classic- Call for Availability1BR,1BA$950
Dobbins Hill Apartment HomesOne Bed, One Bath1BR,1BA$986
Lenox at Patterson PlaceDoverStudio,1BA$999
Nova Chapel HillRedwood1BR,1BA$1,070
The SawyerA11BR,1BA$1,080
Alden Place at South SquareRichmond1BR,1BA$1,088
Mission University PinesA21BR,1BA$1,090
Springfield ApartmentsJuniper1BR,1BA$1,093

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sayward Drive, NC

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sayward Drive area is the $1.05 price per square foot The Williamsburg Model at The Mews Apartments and Townhomes in the in the Downtown Durham neighborhood starting from $1,238. The second greatest value Sayward Drive apartment is the The Eno 1162 Model at Pickett Square Townhomes starting at $1,319 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Downtown Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sayward Drive apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Mews Apartments and TownhomesThe Williamsburg2BR,1.5BA$1.05
Pickett Square TownhomesThe Eno 11622BR,2.5BA$1.14
Regent PlaceB42BR,1.5BA$1.61
Avana 55TwelveB22BR,2BA$1.47
Glenbrook East and WestThe Eno GWII 10252BR,2BA$1.42
J 501 EstatesSydney1BR,1BA$1.51
Alden Place at South SquarePamlico2BR,1BA$1.49
Nova Chapel HillSpruce Renovated2BR,2BA$1.59
The SawyerA1 Renovated1BR,1BA$1.36
The Bailey ApartmentsA1 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1.47

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Sayward Drive, Durham, NC

Ranked #37

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Southwest Durham. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sayward Drive Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sayward Drive?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sayward Drive is at Vivo Living Ivy Creek listed at $859.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sayward Drive Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sayward Drive Apartment is $894 at Glenbrook East and West.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sayward Drive Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sayward Drive is starting from $1,092 at Mission University Pines.

What is the most affordable Sayward Drive Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Sayward Drive Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Haven at Patterson Place and starts from $1,411.

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