Cheap Apartments for Rent in Durham, NY from $800 (20 Rentals)
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Durham, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Durham?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,841 | $800 | $3,797 |
Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,052 | $1,000 | $3,757 |
Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,848 | $1,640 | $5,787 |
Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,550 | $2,500 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Available Durham Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Durham, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Palatine Manor priced from $800. Brandywine Apartments in the Dunes neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,114. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Durham apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Palatine Manor | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Brandywine Apartments | HUD Subsidized - 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,114 |
Serafini Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,265 |
Carpenter Village Apartments | A-KR | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Pine Tree Garden Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Durham, NY and Nearby
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Durham area is the $1.80 price per square foot Model B1 Model at 1700 Designer Residences South in the in the Dunes neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Durham apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at 2965 West Old State Road starting at $1,775 with a $1.64 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. |
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1700 Designer Residences South | Model B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
2965 West Old State Road | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
1700 Designer Residences North | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
Westmere Village - Independent Senior Living | One Bedroom One Full Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Deer Valley Apartments | 2BRMU | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
Regency Park | Elizabeth II | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
Fairwood | 1 BR 1 BA - Style A | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
Carpenter Village Apartments | A-KR | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Palatine Manor | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
Meadowbrook Apartments | 1x1A2MB | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
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Getting Around Durham, NY
Walk Score®
5 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
11 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 $800 at Palatine Manor.
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 $1,000 at Palatine Manor.
What is the most affordable Durham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Durham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1700 Designer Residences North and starts from $2,400.
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