Cheap Homes for Rent in South Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $400 (20 Rentals)

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property at 705 Keystone Park Dr

$268

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2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Mar 15

705 Keystone Park Dr

MorrisvilleNC27560

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property at 1809 Nellora Ln

$750

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5 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

1809 Nellora Ln

DurhamNC27703

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South Durham - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Durham

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Durham by our Local Expert Billy K. See how it ranks!

South Durham, Durham, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Durham Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Durham area of Durham, NC is a Studio unit found at Vivo Living Forest Hills priced from $799. Vivo Living Ivy Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable South Durham apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vivo Living Forest HillsSTDO - StudioStudio,1BA$799
Vivo Living Ivy CreekSTDO - StudioStudio,1BA$799
South Point1 Bedroom 1 Bathoom1BR,1BA$899
Crossings @ 5011x1 Creekview Classic- Call for Availability1BR,1BA$900
Emerald PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$906

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Durham, NC

As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Durham area is the $1.21 price per square foot D2T Model at Avalon Townhomes Brier Creek in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $2,880. The second greatest value South Durham apartment is the 3 BEDROOM 2.5 BATH TOWNHOME Model at Emory Woods starting at $1,521 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the South Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Durham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Avalon Townhomes Brier CreekD2T4BR,3.5BA$1.21
Emory Woods3 BEDROOM 2.5 BATH TOWNHOME3BR,2.5BA$1.17
LochridgeThe Eno 12502BR,2.5BA$1.08
Highgate TownhomesThe Eno 11622BR,2.5BA$1.24
Taylor's PondThe Eno 11622BR,2.5BA$1.15
Encore at the ParkB12BR,2BA$1.25
Colonial Townhouses- Students save up to 10%!Yorktown2BR,1.5BA$1.23
Foxridge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom 45%2BR,2BA$1.18
Featherstone VillageOne Bedroom (sunroom optional)1BR,1BA$1.26
The Mews Apartments and TownhomesThe Dover1BR,1BA$1.21

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South Durham, Durham, NC

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Durham

What type of rentals are currently available in South Durham?

There are currently 219 Apartments for Rent in South Durham, NC with pricing that ranges from $799 to $7,407. There are also 188 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Durham ranging from $268 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Durham?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Durham ranges from $268 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,960.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Durham?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Durham range from $1,156 to $7,407, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,590 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,260.

Expert Rental Resources

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