Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West End Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $500 (30 Rentals)
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903 Massey Ave

307 Bell St
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200 E Umstead St

2204 Fayetteville St

1100 Rosedale Ave
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Anderson Apartments

9 Fisher Pl

10 Fisher Pl

605 West End

The Ramsey

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American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell)

Lantower Bullhouse
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West End Durham, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West End Durham?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West End Durham Studio Apartments | $1,550 | $1,000 | $2,010 |
West End Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,005 | $675 | $4,794 |
West End Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,798 | $1,200 | $6,920 |
West End Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,721 | $1,540 | $7,160 |
West End Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,218 | $1,611 | $2,826 |
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Cheapest Available West End Durham Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West End Durham area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at 901 South priced from $999. Icon Downtown Durham has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable West End Durham apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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901 South | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Icon Downtown Durham | A1 Studio C Standard -Call for Availability | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
Anderson Apartments | 1 Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
501 Towns | 21LR | 2BR,1BA | $1,245 |
The Lofts at Southside Apartments | 1 Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
Roxboro Quads | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
605 West End | Gregson | Studio,1BA | $1,338 |
Willow Bend Apartments | WB 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,390 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End Durham, NC
As of June 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the West End Durham area is the $1.84 price per square foot Old Bull 2x1 Model at American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell) in the in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value West End Durham apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhouse Model at The Lofts at Southside Apartments starting at $1,735 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Plum Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West End Durham apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell) | Old Bull 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
The Lofts at Southside Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
601 Maplewood Ave, Unit A | 601 Maplewood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Willow Bend Apartments | WB 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
901 South | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
1209 Colfax St, Unit B | 1209 Colfax St | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Anderson Apartments | 1 Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
501 Towns | 21LR | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
Roxboro Quads | Two Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in West End Durham, Durham, NC
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central Durham, NC. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the West End Durham Neighborhood in Durham, NC
Walk Score®
70 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
45 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West End Durham Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West End Durham?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West End Durham is at Icon Downtown Durham listed at $1,000.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Durham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Durham Apartment is $999 at 901 South.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West End Durham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West End Durham is starting from $1,225 at Viceroy Apartments.
What is the most affordable West End Durham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West End Durham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Anderson Apartments and starts from $1,600.
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