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318 W Corporation St
$2,362Studio, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Mar 13

318 W Corporation St

Durham, NC 27701
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545 Foster St
$1,761Studio, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

545 Foster St

Durham, NC 27701
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BullHouse
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504 E Pettigrew StDurham, NC 27701
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Holiday Durham Regent
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Holiday Durham Regent

3007 Pickett RdDurham, NC 27705
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Durham, NC Local Guide

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Durham Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: February 26, 2025

There are currently 65986 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Durham, NC that range in price from $839 to $7,819. Downtown Durham, Outer Downtown Durham and Watts Hospital Hillandale are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Durham with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Durham3048$1,386$839
Outer Downtown Durham2648$1,390$839
Watts Hospital Hillandale2478$1,371$839
Northgate Park2192$1,376$839
Brightleaf District2098$1,396$1,000
American Tobacco District2058$1,413$1,000
East Durham2054$1,396$1,050
Warehouse District2044$1,415$1,000
Central Park1914$1,415$1,050
Central Park District1914$1,413$1,050

Largest Available Durham Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Durham, NC is found at Heights Lasalle in the Downtown Durham neighborhood and is 799 square feet priced from $1,796. Carraway Village in the Triple Crown Estates neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 773 square feet and currently listed start at $1,531. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Durham:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Heights LasalleS3799 Sq Ft$1,796
Carraway VillageS2773 Sq Ft$1,531
Aviation Crossing ApartmentsSummit715 Sq Ft$1,313
The AsterS1M695 Sq Ft$1,384
Aventon CaryS2677 Sq Ft$1,555
Terrazzo DurhamSierra673 Sq Ft$1,666
The Hartley at Blue HillS1G - Midrise647 Sq Ft$1,615
Alexander CrossingClayton645 Sq Ft$1,360
The Flats Exchange on Erwin ApartmentsS3645 Sq Ft$1,413
Alta DavisCórdova644 Sq Ft$1,379

Cheapest Available Durham Studio Apartments

As of February 26, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Durham, NC is the The Carolinas Model starting from $839 at Vivo Living Durham in the Downtown Durham neighborhood. The second most affordable Durham Studio is the Studio Model at Vivo Living Forest Hills starting at $850 in the South Durham neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Durham is currently $1,585. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Durham:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Vivo Living DurhamThe Carolinas$839
Vivo Living Forest HillsStudio$850
Vivo Living Ivy CreekStudio$859
The ForestThe Willow I$955
The Villages of Chapel HillS1$999
Icon Downtown DurhamA1 Studio C Standard -Call for Availability$1,000
WhetstoneS1$1,050
Lenox at Patterson PlaceDover$1,125
Atlas DurhamDaisy$1,200
Venable Durham ApartmentsBlackwell$1,205

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Durham Overview

In the middle of North Carolina, just northwest of Raleigh sits Durham. Known as the City of Medicine, it is home to Duke University, North Carolina State University, and The University of NC at Chapel Hill. Making up an area known as Research Triangle, it is one of the most high-tech research and development parks in the country. Once driven by its roots in the tobacco industry, the city is now a leader in education, technology, and medicine. Durham is a charming city with a rich history, diverse culture, and pioneering spirit. There are plenty of great apartments in Durham with nearby entertainment, cultural events, nightlife, and some of the best soul food and pulled-pork barbecue joints to satisfy every foodie.

Why live in Durham, NC?

U.S. News ranked Raleigh-Durham as the No. 4 Best Place to Live in 2016. Due to its strong job market, home values, and high quality of life, it attracts nearly 80 new residents per day. It is a young, diverse, friendly, and well-educated community that has a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy dining out, meeting at one of the local microbreweries, taking a stroll in the beautiful green spaces, or hanging out at the growing music and art scene. The cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, so it is the perfect area for new families.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Durham, NC

Ranked #3

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Durham, NC

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

30 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Durham Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Durham with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Durham is at Vivo Living Durham listed at $839.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Durham Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Durham is $1,585.

What is the largest available Studio Durham Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Durham is a 799 square feet unit starting from $1,796 at Heights Lasalle.

What is the average size for Durham Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Durham is currently 544 sq ft.

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