
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Square Neighborhood of Durham, NC (42 Rentals)


Lenox at Patterson Place

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Crowne at 501

Vintage Durham

Kelby Farms

The Reserve at Patterson Place

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Avana 55Twelve
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Chandler at University Tower

MAA Patterson

Springfield

The Bailey Apartments

University Ridge Apartments

Mission University Pines

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Crossings @ 501

Icon Downtown Durham

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Haven at Patterson Place

Trellis-University Hill

Realm at Patterson Place

Lakeside Gardens

South Square Townhomes

Alden Place at South Square
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Anderson Apartments

ReNew Durham

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Garrett West

The Mews Apartments and Townhomes

South Point

1501 Chapel Hill Rd, Unit A

3319A Fayetteville St
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Forbus House Apartments

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Pickett Square Townhomes

Taylor's Pond

Solista Durham

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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 | $1,397 | $799 | $1,825 |
South Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,354 | $809 | $3,859 |
| South Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,744 | $999 | $3,560 |
| South Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,924 | $1,367 | $4,681 |
| South Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,209 | $1,690 | $6,888 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Square Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Largest Available South Square 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the South Square area of Durham, NC is found at Chandler at University Tower and is listed at 957 square feet priced from $1,540. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chandler at University Tower | A2 | 957 Sq Ft | $1,540 |
| The Bailey Apartments | A2 - Renovated | 934 Sq Ft | $1,615 |
| Kelby Farms | A5 | 934 Sq Ft | $2,031 |
| Avana 55Twelve | A2 | 850 Sq Ft | $1,323 |
| University Ridge Apartments | A7 | 839 Sq Ft | $1,060 |
| Alden Place at South Square | Alexander | 832 Sq Ft | $1,227 |
| J501 Estates | Athens | 828 Sq Ft | $1,308 |
| ReNew Durham | Atlanta | 812 Sq Ft | $1,019 |
| Crowne at 501 | Dalton | 796 Sq Ft | $1,439 |
| Mission University Pines | A3 | 792 Sq Ft | $1,077 |
Cheapest Available South Square 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Square of Durham, NC is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathoom Model starting from $899 at South Point. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Square is currently $1,354. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| South Point | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathoom | $899 |
| Crossings @ 501 | 1x1 Creekview Classic- Call for Availability | $900 |
| Icon Downtown Durham | A2 1x1 C Standard-Call for Availability | $900 |
| Mission University Pines | A1 | $927 |
| Glenbrook East and West | The Brightleaf GWII 535 | $942 |
| The Mews Apartments and Townhomes | The Dover | $967 |
| University Ridge Apartments | A2 | $1,017 |
| ReNew Durham | Atlanta | $1,019 |
| Lakeside Gardens | One Bed and One Bath | $1,025 |
| Anderson Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,050 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Square with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Square is at South Point listed at $899.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Square Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Square is $1,354.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Square Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Square is a 957 square feet unit starting from $1,540 at Chandler at University Tower.
What is the average size for South Square 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Square is currently 729 sq ft.
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