
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Southwest Central Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $1,095 (16 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Southwest Central Durham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Central Durham 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,498 | $1,100 | $2,150 |
| Southwest Central Durham 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,250 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
| Southwest Central Durham 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,475 | $2,250 | $2,700 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Southwest Central Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Central Durham Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Central Durham area of Durham, NC is a Studio unit found at Icon Downtown Durham priced from $875. Barclay Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Southwest Central Durham apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Icon Downtown Durham | A1 Studio C Standard -Call for Availability | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Barclay Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Duke Pointe - 2006 House Ave | The Davis | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Anderson Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| 1216 W Chapel Hill Rd | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Central Durham, NC
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Central Durham area is the $1.47 price per square foot 1003 Lamond Ave Model at 1003 Lamond Ave, Unit Apt B in the in the Government Services District neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Southwest Central Durham apartment is the B1.5 Model at Vetra Forest Hills - Lexington Street starting at $1,549 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Central Durham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1003 Lamond Ave, Unit Apt B | 1003 Lamond Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Vetra Forest Hills - Lexington Street | B1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 901 South Apartments | 901 South - 2bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Anderson Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 1603 Gunter St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Jersey | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Barclay Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Duke Pointe - 2006 House Ave | The Davis | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 1216 W Chapel Hill Rd | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Southwest Central Durham?
There are currently 87 Apartments for Rent in Southwest Central Durham, NC with pricing that ranges from $795 to $7,661. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwest Central Durham ranging from $1,095 to $2,700.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southwest Central Durham?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southwest Central Durham ranges from $1,095 to $2,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,588.
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