Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West End Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $500 (50 Rentals)

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2223 Summit St

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University Commons - Durham
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Commons - Durham

1505 Duke University RdDurham, NC 27701
Student Housing
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University Commons
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Commons

801-804 Underwood AveDurham, NC 27701
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Montego
1 Bedroom Apartments

Montego

1901 Morehead AveDurham, NC 27707
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Liberty Square
1 Bedroom Apartments

Liberty Square

545 Liberty StDurham, NC 27701
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Vanguard
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vanguard

544 Liberty StDurham, NC 27701
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501 Towns
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

501 Towns

2029 Bedford StDurham, NC 27707

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West End Durham, Durham, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available West End Durham Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West End Durham area of Durham, NC is a Studio unit found at Icon Downtown Durham priced from $950. Viceroy Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable West End Durham apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Icon Downtown DurhamA1 Studio C Standard -Call for AvailabilityStudio,1BA$950
Viceroy ApartmentsVR 2x12BR,1BA$999
Roxboro QuadsRoxboro Quads - 2 BR2BR,1BA$1,095
Willow Bend ApartmentsWB 2x12BR,1BA$1,199
901 South Apartments Durham Downtown901 South - 2bed2BR,1BA$1,199
Anderson Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200
WhetstoneA11BR,1BA$1,241
Cortland Bull CityBlackwellStudio,1BA$1,249

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End Durham, NC

As of October 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the West End Durham area is the $1.07 price per square foot 21.5TH Model at 501 Towns in the in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood starting from $1,287. The second greatest value West End Durham apartment is the VR 2x1 Model at Viceroy Apartments starting at $999 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West End Durham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
501 Towns21.5TH2BR,1.5BA$1.07
Viceroy ApartmentsVR 2x12BR,1BA$1.19
The Lofts at Southside Apartments1 Bedroom Live-Work Loft1BR,1BA$1.55
Willow Bend ApartmentsWB 2x12BR,1BA$1.48
901 South Apartments Durham Downtown901 South - 2bed2BR,1BA$1.50
Anderson Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.42
Roxboro QuadsRoxboro Quads - 2 BR2BR,1BA$1.46
1207 Colfax St, Unit Unit B1207 Colfax St2BR,1BA$1.69
Lantower BullhouseS1.1Studio ,1BA$2.01
1523 Chapel Hill Rd, Unit B1523 Chapel Hill Rd1BR,1BA$2.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West End Durham, Durham, NC

Ranked #57

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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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.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West End Durham Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in West End Durham?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West End Durham is under $1,249.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West End Durham?

The cheapest apartment in West End Durham is Icon Downtown Durham which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in West End Durham costs $4,601.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West End Durham?

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 82 regular apartments in West End Durham 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 West End Durham?

Cheap apartments in West End Durham have an average cost of $505 which is $4,096 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West End Durham.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Your Guide to the Top 10 Affordable Neighborhoods to Rent in Durham, NC

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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