
Cheap Homes for Rent in West End Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $700 (11 Rentals)
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1220 S Roxboro St, Unit 1220 S Roxboro St Unit 3

1501 Chapel Hill Rd, Unit A

600 S Duke St

2209 Morehead Ave, Unit 1
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1925 Morehead Ave

800-8B5 Fargo St

1937 Morehead Ave

807 W Trinity Ave, Unit #111 Pearl Mill Flats, Unit #111 Pearl Mill Flats

311 Swift Ave
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West End, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in West End?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,464 | $1,300 | $1,700 |
| West End 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,350 | $3,350 | $3,350 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West End Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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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. 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 apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Icon Downtown Durham | A1 Studio C Standard -Call for Availability | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| Anderson Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| West Village | A1A-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,107 |
| 605 West End | Gregson | Studio,1BA | $1,185 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, NC
As of April 28, 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 WB 3x2 Model at Willow Bend Apartments starting at $1,540 with a $1.53 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1003 Lamond Ave, Unit Apt B | 1003 Lamond Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Willow Bend Apartments | WB 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell) | Old Bull 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Anderson Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| West Village | A1A-3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Whetstone | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Cortland Bull City | Blackwell | Studio ,1BA | $2.61 |
| 605 West End | Gregson | Studio ,1BA | $2.53 |
| Icon Downtown Durham | A1 Studio C Upgrade-Call for Availability | Studio ,1BA | $2.44 |
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3.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about West End
What type of rentals are currently available in West End?
There are currently 134 Apartments for Rent in West End, NC with pricing that ranges from $795 to $7,394. There are also 18 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West End ranging from $700 to $3,350.
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 $700 to $3,350 with an average monthly rent of $1,817.
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