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

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University Commons - Durham
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Commons - Durham

1505 Duke University RdDurham, 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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University Commons
1 Bedroom Apartments

University Commons

801-804 Underwood AveDurham, NC 27701
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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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
901 South1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$999
Icon Downtown DurhamA1 Studio C Standard -Call for AvailabilityStudio,1BA$1,000
Anderson Apartments1 Bedroom Flat1BR,1BA$1,200
Viceroy ApartmentsVR 2x12BR,1BA$1,225
501 Towns21LR2BR,1BA$1,245
The Lofts at Southside Apartments1 Bedroom Loft1BR,1BA$1,255
Roxboro QuadsTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1,275
605 West EndGregsonStudio,1BA$1,338
Willow Bend ApartmentsWB 2x12BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell)Old Bull 2x12BR,1BA$1.84
The Lofts at Southside Apartments2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1BA$1.73
601 Maplewood Ave, Unit A601 Maplewood Ave2BR,1BA$1.88
Viceroy ApartmentsVR 2x12BR,1BA$1.46
Willow Bend ApartmentsWB 2x12BR,1BA$1.71
901 South2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.56
1209 Colfax St, Unit B1209 Colfax St2BR,1BA$1.53
Anderson Apartments1 Bedroom Flat1BR,1BA$1.55
501 Towns21LR2BR,1BA$1.62
Roxboro QuadsTwo Bed2BR,1BA$1.70

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West End Durham, Durham, NC

Ranked #54

Among neighborhoods in Durham, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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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

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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