
Luxury Apartments for Rent in the South Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC (87 Rentals)
The most luxurious Apartments in the South Durham area of Durham with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.


MAA Nixie

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Ascend Brightleaf Apartments

MAA Research Park

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Ellis Station

Crowne at 501

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Cottages at Brightleaf

Plat 4 Research Triangle

Kelby Farms

Forayna Davis Park
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Candour House

Marquis Ellis Crossing

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Avana 55Twelve

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Cortland at RTP

MAA Patterson

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Cortland Research Park

Woodlake Reserve

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The Village at Auburn Apartments

Creekstone at RTP Apartments
South Durham - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Durham
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Abode at Stella View

54 Station

Lodge at Southpoint

Haven at Research Triangle Park

Southpoint Estate Apartments

Emory Woods

905 Ardmore Dr

115 Ashworth Dr

2128 S Roxboro St, Unit SI ID1461462P

2201 1/2 Summit Street-SI ID1388443P, Unit SI ID1388443P
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102A White Oak Dr, Unit SI ID1460712P

1012 Glenco Rd, Unit SI ID1388436P

405 Reynolds Ave, Unit SI ID1300723P

3319A Fayetteville St, Unit SI ID1300732P

3319A Fayetteville St, Unit SI ID1300733P

1345 Ellis Rd

100-100 Stratford Lakes Dr

504 Auburn Square Dr

1515 S Alston Ave

2055 Tanners Mill Dr
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100 Ledford Ct

6 Wavecrest Ct, Unit SI ID1388447P

3027 Dunnock Dr

1103 Excelsior Grand Ave

312 Price Ave

1921 Edgerton Dr

1006 Grant St

1008 Grant St

5207 Tahoe Dr

Sutton Station
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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 | $1,330 | $799 | $2,099 |
| South Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,457 | $822 | $6,102 |
| South Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,758 | $925 | $4,608 |
| South Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,120 | $1,373 | $6,314 |
| South Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,207 | $1,690 | $6,938 |
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There are currently 87 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Durham. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Luxury Living Rating
This neighborhood is one of our favorite 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, park access, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury communities also often offer wood-burning fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Frequently Asked Questions about South Durham
How much are Studio apartments in South Durham?
There are currently 40 Studio Apartments in South Durham with rent ranges from $799 to $2,099 with an average price of $1,330.
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 $822 to $6,102 with an average monthly rent of $1,457.
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 $925 to $4,608. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,758.
How expensive are South Durham Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 127 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Durham on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,373 to $6,314 - averaging $2,120 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
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Your Guide to the Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Durham, NC
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