Cheap Homes for Rent in West End Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $500 (14 Rentals)

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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 $875. Community Room Rental – Durham has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $882. 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$875
Community Room Rental – DurhamPrivate Room & Walk-in Closet - Utilities & Wif...1BR,1BA$882
Viceroy ApartmentsVR 2x12BR,1BA$999
Anderson Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Roxboro QuadsRoxboro Quads - 2 BR2BR,1BA$1,170

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End Durham, NC

As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the West End Durham area is the $2.42 price per square foot C1 Model at Van Alen in the in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood starting from $4,117. 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.
Van AlenC13BR,2BA$2.42
The Lofts at Southside Apartments2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1BA$1.63
Willow Bend ApartmentsWB 3x23BR,2BA$1.53
American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell)Old Bull 2x12BR,1BA$2.27
Viceroy ApartmentsVR 2x12BR,1BA$1.19
Anderson Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.35
Vetra Forest Hills - Lexington StreetB12BR,1BA$1.71
Roxboro QuadsRoxboro Quads - 2 BR2BR,1BA$1.56
Lantower BullhouseA1.61BR,1BA$2.31
WhetstoneA11BR,1BA$2.20

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West End Durham, Durham, NC

Ranked #47

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about West End Durham

What type of rentals are currently available in West End Durham?

There are currently 109 Apartments for Rent in West End Durham, NC with pricing that ranges from $795 to $7,394. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West End Durham ranging from $575 to $4,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West End Durham?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West End Durham ranges from $575 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,974.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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

Written by: Billy K

I'm Billy, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Durham, North Carolina. And if you’re considering settling down in Durham, you’re in luck.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.