Cheap Homes for Rent in West End Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $600 (8 Rentals)

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West End, Durham, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available West End Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West End area of Durham, NC is a Studio unit found at Icon Downtown Durham priced from $875. 1216 W Chapel Hill Rd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $965. Here are the most affordable West End apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Icon Downtown DurhamA1 Studio C Standard -Call for AvailabilityStudio,1BA$875
1216 W Chapel Hill Rd1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$965
Anderson Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$990

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, NC

As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the West End area is the $1.47 price per square foot 1003 Lamond Ave Model at 1003 Lamond Ave, Unit Apt B in the in the Government Services District neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value West End apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Anderson Apartments starting at $1,250 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West End apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1003 Lamond Ave, Unit Apt B1003 Lamond Ave3BR,1BA$1.47
Anderson Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.35
West VillageA1H-31BR,1BA$1.90
American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell)Old Bull 2x12BR,1BA$2.27
Viceroy ApartmentsVR 2x12BR,1BA$1.31
Willow Bend ApartmentsWB 2x12BR,1BA$1.45
901 South901 South - 1bed1BR,1BA$1.65
WhetstoneA21BR,1BA$2.17
1022 Kent St, Unit 1022 Kent Street1022 Kent St1BR,1BA$2.30
Jersey1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.03

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West End, Durham, NC

Ranked #39

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about West End

What type of rentals are currently available in West End?

There are currently 132 Apartments for Rent in West End, NC with pricing that ranges from $775 to $7,343. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West End ranging from $625 to $3,095.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West End ranges from $625 to $3,095 with an average monthly rent of $1,960.

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.