
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Watts Hospital Hillandale Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $400 (48 Rentals)
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Watts Hospital Hillandale - 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!
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Watts Hospital Hillandale, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watts Hospital Hillandale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watts Hospital Hillandale Studio Apartments | $1,433 | $749 | $2,337 |
| Watts Hospital Hillandale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $885 | $4,132 |
| Watts Hospital Hillandale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,326 | $1,009 | $6,344 |
| Watts Hospital Hillandale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,420 | $1,425 | $5,450 |
| Watts Hospital Hillandale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,849 | $2,849 | $2,849 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Watts Hospital Hillandale Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Cheapest Available Watts Hospital Hillandale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Watts Hospital Hillandale area of Durham, NC is a Studio unit found at Vivo Living Durham priced from $749. Dupont Circle has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $812. Here are the most affordable Watts Hospital Hillandale apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vivo Living Durham | CARO-A - The Carolinas A | Studio,1BA | $749 |
| Dupont Circle | The Brightleaf 525 | 1BR,1BA | $812 |
| Avalon East | The Brightleaf 650 | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Lenox East | The Brightleaf 650 | 1BR,1BA | $879 |
| Regency Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Icon Downtown Durham | A1 Studio C Standard -Call for Availability | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| ReNew West Durham | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $919 |
| The Forest | The Willow II | Studio,1BA | $940 |
| Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! | Hereford | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| SoHo Apartment Homes | 1x1 Standard-Call for Availability | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watts Hospital Hillandale, NC
As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watts Hospital Hillandale 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 Watts Hospital Hillandale apartment is the 1 Bed, 2 baths Model at 107 E Parrish St starting at $2,600 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Watts Hospital Hillandale 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 |
| 107 E Parrish St | 1 Bed, 2 baths | 1BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Trinity Properties - Campus Walk | 2 bedroom/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Poplar Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Regency Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom-1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Forest Pointe | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Avalon East | The Brightleaf 650 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Lenox East | The Brightleaf 650 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| ReNew West Durham | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Dupont Circle | The Brightleaf 525 | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Durham, NC. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watts Hospital Hillandale Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Watts Hospital Hillandale?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Watts Hospital Hillandale is under $975.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Watts Hospital Hillandale?
The cheapest apartment in Watts Hospital Hillandale is Dupont Circle which is listed at $812, while the average apartment in Watts Hospital Hillandale costs $3,570.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Watts Hospital Hillandale?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 190 regular apartments in Watts Hospital Hillandale that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Watts Hospital Hillandale?
Cheap apartments in Watts Hospital Hillandale have an average cost of $949 which is $2,621 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Watts Hospital Hillandale.
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