Apartments for Rent in the South Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC (471 Rentals)

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Alta Rowe
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$1,631 - $2,346
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Alta Rowe

1121 Chronicle DrDurham, NC 27703
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Ellis Station
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$1,433 - $2,528
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Ellis Station

2015 Watchorn StDurham, NC 27703
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Aventura RTP
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$1,252 - $2,732
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Aventura RTP

200 Edinborough DrDurham, NC 27703
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Kelby Farms
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$1,471 - $2,372
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Kelby Farms

1122 Medlin RdDurham, NC 27707
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Forayna Davis Park
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$1,574 - $2,939
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$1,574 - $2,939

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$1,574 - $2,939
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Forayna Davis Park

1025 Luxury LnDurham, NC 27703
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Candour House
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$1,425 - $2,513
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Candour House

1050 Slater RdDurham, NC 27703
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Brizo Apartments
$1,436 - $2,093
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Brizo Apartments

1108 Merrion AveDurham, NC 27703
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Republic Flats
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$1,323 - $2,102
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Republic Flats

800 Finsbury StDurham, NC 27703
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Avana 55Twelve
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$1,217 - $9,338
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Avana 55Twelve

5512 Sunlight DrDurham, NC 27707
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Cortland at RTP
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$1,435 - $5,571
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Cortland at RTP

300 Seaforth DrDurham, NC 27713
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The Churchill
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$1,589 - $2,063
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The Churchill

1400 E Cornwallis RdDurham, NC 27713
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Cortland Research Park
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$1,223 - $5,025
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Cortland Research Park

4405 Waterford Valley DrDurham, NC 27713
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South Durham, Durham, NC

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across North Carolina including South Durham, Durham, and the greater Durham area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have younger kids? Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Durham, South Durham has established a name for itself as one of our favorite communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly submarkets provide resources like parks, trails and recreation, and access to highly-rated education resources.

Outdoors Rating

Are you somebody that needs to live with access to the outdoors? this neighborhood is a highly-rated neighborhood for access to parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This area is now ranked as one of the finest luxury neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, on-site concierge services, views, access to parks, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include wood-burning fireplaces, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise furry friends? this area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about South Durham

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the South Durham area of Durham, NC?

As of today, August 21, 2026, there are currently 471 available South Durham apartments priced from $800 to $9,338, with an average monthly rent of $1,708.

How much are Studio apartments in South Durham?

There are currently 39 Studio Apartments in South Durham with rent ranges from $950 to $3,801 with an average price of $1,379.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Durham Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Durham ranges from $800 to $4,541 with an average monthly rent of $1,492.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Durham cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Durham range from $900 to $4,924. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,774.

How expensive are South Durham Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 128 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Durham on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,375 to $9,338 - averaging $2,205 for the location.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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