Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West End Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $500 (34 Rentals)

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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
  • Utilities Included

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Vanguard
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vanguard

544 Liberty StDurham, NC 27701
property at 600 S Duke St

$1,100 - $1,575

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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600 S Duke St

DurhamNC27701
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2211 Morehead Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2211 Morehead Ave

2211 Morehead AveDurham, 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 1 Bed unit found at Private Room with Walk-In Closet – Utilities & WiFi Included priced from $800. Icon Downtown Durham has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable West End Durham apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Private Room with Walk-In Closet – Utilities & WiFi IncludedDillard (Inside Unit) - 1st floor - Suite A1BR,1BA$800
Icon Downtown DurhamA1 Studio C Standard -Call for AvailabilityStudio,1BA$875
Viceroy ApartmentsVR 2x12BR,1BA$999
Anderson Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Vetra Forest Hills - Lexington StreetB1.52BR,1BA$1,155
605 West EndGregsonStudio,1BA$1,176
Roxboro QuadsRoxboro Quads - 2 BR2BR,1BA$1,195
Willow Bend ApartmentsWB 2x12BR,1BA$1,199
Venable Durham ApartmentsBlackwellStudio,1BA$1,215
901 South Apartments Durham Downtown901 South - 2bed2BR,1BA$1,249

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End Durham, NC

As of February 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the West End Durham area is the $1.55 price per square foot 1 Bed, 2 baths Model at 107 E Parrish St in the in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood starting from $2,600. 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 $1.63 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
107 E Parrish St1 Bed, 2 baths1BR,2BA$1.55
The Lofts at Southside Apartments2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1BA$1.63
Willow Bend ApartmentsWB 3x23BR,2BA$1.53
Viceroy ApartmentsVR 2x12BR,1BA$1.19
901 South Apartments Durham Downtown901 South - 2bed2BR,1BA$1.56
Anderson Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.35
Vetra Forest Hills - Lexington StreetB12BR,1BA$1.71
Roxboro QuadsRoxboro Quads - 2 BR2BR,1BA$1.59
Lantower BullhouseS2.1Studio ,1BA$2.25
1614 Fayetteville St, Unit B1614 Fayetteville St1BR,1BA$2.05

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West End Durham, Durham, NC

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

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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!

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 $875.

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 $800 at Private Room with Walk-In Closet – Utilities & WiFi Included.

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 $999 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 Willow Bend Apartments and starts from $1,540.

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