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


University Hill

Lenox at Patterson Place

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Alta Rowe

Avalon Brier Creek

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Fox Crossing Luxury Apartments

LC Brier Creek

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Ellis Station

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Crowne at 501

Chandler at University Tower

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Aventura RTP

Foundry at Triangle Park

Trellis-University Hill

The Pines

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Vintage Durham

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Cottages at Brightleaf

Elevate the Park
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Kelby Farms

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Forayna Davis Park

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Candour House

The Reserve at Patterson Place

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Brizo Apartments

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Republic Flats

Marquis Ellis Crossing

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Avana 55Twelve

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Cortland at RTP
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The Berkeley At Southpoint

Woodlake Reserve

J501 Estates

MAA Research Park

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The Churchill

MAA Patterson

Springfield

Retreat at RTP

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Cortland Research Park

The Bailey Apartments
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Nova Chapel Hill

University Ridge Apartments

Mission University Pines

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Triangle Place

Emerald Place

The Apartments at Palladian Place

Avon Crossings

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Artisan at Brightleaf

Crossings @ 501 Apartments
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South Durham, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Durham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Durham Studio Apartments | $1,379 | $950 | $3,801 |
| South Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,492 | $800 | $4,541 |
| South Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,774 | $900 | $4,924 |
| South Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,205 | $1,375 | $9,338 |
| South Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,912 | $1,600 | $3,075 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in South Durham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,745 | $1,195 | $2,600 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,132 | $1,000 | $4,500 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,550 | $1,750 | $4,200 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $3,286 | $2,450 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 471 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Durham, Durham, NC
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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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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