Cheap Homes for Rent in the Sayward Drive Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $1,000 (8 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 1 Bed unit found at Crossings @ 501 Apartments priced from $900. Vivo Living Ivy Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $984. Here are the most affordable Sayward Drive apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crossings @ 501 ApartmentsCreekview Classic - Call for Availability1BR,1BA$900
Vivo Living Ivy CreekStudioStudio,1BA$984
The Mews Apartments and TownhomesThe Dover1BR,1BA$1,004

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sayward Drive, NC

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sayward Drive area is the $1.54 price per square foot B2 Model at Kelby Farms in the in the Downtown Durham neighborhood starting from $1,991. The second greatest value Sayward Drive apartment is the C1 Model at The Apartments at Midtown 501 starting at $1,537 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Sayward Drive 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.
Kelby FarmsB22BR,2BA$1.54
The Apartments at Midtown 501C13BR,2BA$1.34
Dobbins Hill Apartment Homes3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.53
The SawyerB1R2BR,2BA$1.26
Glenbrook East and WestThe Eno GWII 10252BR,2BA$1.42
South Square TownhomesThe Windsor 22BR,1.5BA$1.48
Alden Place at South SquareAlexander1BR,1BA$1.51
The Mews Apartments and TownhomesThe Dover1BR,1BA$1.34
Mission University PinesA21BR,1BA$1.43
Nova Chapel HillRedwood1BR,1BA$1.51

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Sayward Drive, Durham, NC

Ranked #31

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sayward Drive

What type of rentals are currently available in Sayward Drive?

There are currently 48 Apartments for Rent in Sayward Drive, NC with pricing that ranges from $843 to $5,429. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sayward Drive ranging from $1,050 to $4,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Sayward Drive?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Sayward Drive ranges from $1,050 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,208.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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

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