
Apartments for Rent in the South Square Neighborhood of Durham, NC (64 Rentals)


Lenox at Patterson Place

Colonial Townhouses- Students save up to 10%!

Crowne at 501

Chandler at University Tower

Trellis-University Hill

Vintage Durham

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Kelby Farms

The Reserve at Patterson Place

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Avana 55Twelve
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MAA Patterson

Springfield

The Bailey Apartments

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Mission University Pines

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605 West End

Avon Crossings

Crossings @ 501 Apartments
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Icon Downtown Durham

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Haven at Patterson Place

ReNew Durham

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Realm at Patterson Place

Lakeside Gardens

South Square Townhomes

Alden Place at South Square

Vetra Forest Hills - Lexington Street

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Vivo Living Ivy Creek

Glenbrook East and West
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2006 House Ave

Anderson Apartments

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Garrett West

Jersey

1216 W Chapel Hill Rd

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South Point

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603 Maplewood Ave, Unit B

3214 Lassiter St
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8 Elam Ct, Unit 8A

15 Harvey Place

Furnished Studio-Durham - University

607 Carroll St, Unit A

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3319A Fayetteville St, Unit SI ID1300732P

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3319A Fayetteville St, Unit SI ID1300733P

2404 Francis St

405 Reynolds Ave

42 Cheswick Pl

3117 Coachman's Way
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South Square, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Square Studio Apartments | $1,269 | $850 | $3,112 |
| South Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,458 | $843 | $4,220 |
| South Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,715 | $1,050 | $4,722 |
| South Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,043 | $1,375 | $9,122 |
| South Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,690 | $1,690 | $1,690 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in South Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,650 | $1,650 | $1,650 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,933 | $2,500 | $3,500 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $3,845 | $3,490 | $4,200 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across North Carolina and customized analysis for Southwestern Durham. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, apartment complexes for the kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Luxury Living Rating
South Square has emerged as 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, proximity to great shopping areas, park access, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include hardwood floors and fireplaces, sports like tennis and raquetball, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about South Square
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the South Square area of Durham, NC?
As of today, July 29, 2026, there are currently 64 available South Square apartments priced from $843 to $9,122, with an average monthly rent of $1,631.
How much are Studio apartments in South Square?
There are currently 12 Studio Apartments in South Square with rent ranges from $850 to $3,112 with an average price of $1,269.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Square Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Square ranges from $843 to $4,220 with an average monthly rent of $1,458.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Square cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Square range from $1,050 to $4,722. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,715.
How expensive are South Square Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 27 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Square on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,375 to $9,122 - averaging $2,043 for the location.
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