
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Durham, NH from $600 (28 Rentals)
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277 Mast Rd

275 Mast Rd

11 Hoitt Dr

275 - 279 Mast Rd

Wadleigh Senior Housing

2 Creighton St
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10 Elm St, Unit 12A

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Lilac & Monument Garden

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1 N Main St

33 Exeter Rd, Unit Duplicate of 33 Exeter Rd 1

Newmarket Mills Apartments
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29 Spring St

46 Rogers Pt Dr

2 Creighton St

15 Bay Rd

93 Henry Law Ave

2 Hancock St

193 S Main St
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28 Baldwin Dr

4 Strafford Rd

5 Chapel St

72 Hemingway Dr

36 South St

Dunn's Bridge Apartments

67 Acorn Point
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Durham, NH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Durham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durham Studio Apartments | $950 | $950 | $950 |
| Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,844 | $950 | $2,995 |
| Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,231 | $1,740 | $4,500 |
| Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,287 | $695 | $2,950 |
| Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Available Durham Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Durham, NH is a 1 Bed unit found at Wadleigh Senior Housing priced from $1,525. Lilac & Monument Garden in the Farmwood Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Durham apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wadleigh Senior Housing | 1BR1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Lilac & Monument Garden | Lilac 2 Bedroom 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1,825 |
| Station House Apartments | Rail1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| 86 Main St | #5 | 1BR,1BA | $2,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Durham, NH and Nearby
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Durham area is the $2.19 price per square foot Monument 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Lilac & Monument Garden in the in the Farmwood Village neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Durham apartment is the #5 Model at 86 Main St starting at $2,995 with a $3.74 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Durham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lilac & Monument Garden | Monument 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| 86 Main St | #5 | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.74 |
| 1 N Main St | 1 N Main St | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| 10 Elm St, Unit 12A | 10 Elm St | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Wadleigh Senior Housing | 1BR1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Station House Apartments | Rail1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Durham Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Durham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Durham Apartment is $1,525 at Wadleigh Senior Housing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Durham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Durham is starting from $1,825 at Lilac & Monument Garden.
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