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

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Palatine Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palatine Manor

32 Church AveGermantown, NY 12526
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Oakbrook Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oakbrook Manor

2508 US Route 9WRavena, NY 12143
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3624 Rte 67

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Meadowbrook Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Meadowbrook Apartments

26 Meadowbrook DrSlingerlands, NY 12159
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Durham, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Durham Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Durham, NY is a Studio unit found at Lodges at Cairo priced from $1,100. Park Guilderland Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,190. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Durham apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lodges at CairoStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Park Guilderland Apartment HomesStudio - 550 sqft1BR,1BA$1,190
Brandywine ApartmentsHUD Subsidized - 1 BR1BR,1BA$1,200
Hammerstone Village Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,250
Serafini VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,295
Deer Valley Apartments1BRD1BR,1BA$1,325
Carpenter Village ApartmentsA-KR1BR,1BA$1,365
Mohawk VillageLarge 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,428
Westmere Village - Independent Senior LivingOne Bedroom One Full Bath1BR,1BA$1,550
Joslen Commons Apartments1 Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$1,575

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Durham, NY and Nearby

As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Durham area is the $1.48 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Locust View in the starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Durham apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Bethlehem Terrace Apartments starting at $1,948 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Normanskill Kenwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Durham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Locust View2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.48
Bethlehem Terrace Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.70
Woodhill ApartmentsReinhardt2BR,1.5BA$1.80
Hammerstone Village Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.25
Westmere Village - Independent Senior LivingOne Bedroom One Full Bath1BR,1BA$1.67
Carpenter Village ApartmentsB-KR2BR,1BA$1.67
Deer Valley Apartments2BRMU2BR,1BA$1.81
Mohawk VillageLarge 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.68
Oxford Heights1 Bedroom Private Entrance1BR,1BA$1.93
Serafini VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.99

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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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 $1,190 at Park Guilderland Apartment Homes.

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 $1,250 at Hammerstone Village Apartments.

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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.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.