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Independence Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Independence Park

215 William Penn PlzDurham, NC 27704
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Aura 509
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Aura 509

509 N Mangum StDurham, NC 27701

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Stem, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Stem Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Stem, NC is a Studio unit found at Vivo Living Durham in the Downtown Durham neighborhood priced from $799. Willowdaile in the Downtown Durham neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $885. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stem apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vivo Living DurhamThe CarolinasStudio,1BA$799
Willowdaile11S1BR,1BA$885
BLU Station ApartmentsOne Bedroom Standard-Call For Availability1BR,1BA$950
Regency Place Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$959
Crystal VillageEmerald1BR,1BA$969
Stonewood ApartmentsDogwood1BR,1BA$999
Madison Pointe2 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom2BR,1BA$999
The Element Apartments1x1 Standard- Call for Availability1BR,1BA$1,000
SoHo Apartment Homes1x1 Standard-Call for Availability1BR,1BA$1,000
Hardee Street1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,014

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stem, NC and Nearby

As of October 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Stem area is the $1.33 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Model at Pendleton Townhome Apartments in the in the East Durham neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Stem apartment is the Crossing 2x2 Renovated Model at Edgewood Apartments starting at $1,399 with a $1.39 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Stem apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pendleton Townhome Apartments4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.33
Edgewood ApartmentsCrossing 2x2 Renovated2BR,2BA$1.39
Monarch ApartmentsMonarch - 2 bed (With W/D units)2BR,2BA$1.22
Rippling Stream Townhomes2x1.52BR,1.5BA$1.37
Madison Pointe2 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom2BR,1.5BA$1.08
Juniper Square ApartmentsThe Juniper2BR,1BA$1.40
Creekside LandingOne Bed/One Bath1BR,1BA$1.32
Regency Place Apartments2 Bedroom-1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.37
Hardee Street1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.43
Stonewood ApartmentsDogwood1BR,1BA$1.43

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Getting Around Stem, NC

Walk Score®

8 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

25 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stem Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Stem?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Stem is at Vivo Living Durham listed at $799.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Stem Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Stem Apartment is $885 at Willowdaile.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Stem Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Stem is starting from $999 at Madison Pointe.

What is the most affordable Stem Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Stem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Autumn Park and starts from $1,355.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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

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