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545 Foster St
$2,216Studio, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

545 Foster St

Durham, NC 27701
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Poplar West Apartments
from $1,005Studio Apartments

Poplar West Apartments

700-896 Louise CirDurham, NC 27705
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Venable Durham Apartments
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Venable Durham Apartments

464 Pettigrew StDurham, NC 27701
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Lofts at Lakeview
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Lofts at Lakeview

2616 Erwin RdDurham, NC 27705
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Trinity Commons at Erwin
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Trinity Commons at Erwin

2530 Erwin RdDurham, NC 27705
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Berkshire Ninth Street
from $1,551Studio Apartments Available Now

Berkshire Ninth Street

749 9th StDurham, NC 27705
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Berkshire Main Street
from $1,666Studio Apartments Available Jan 17, 2025

Berkshire Main Street

704 15th StDurham, NC 27705
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BullHouse
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from $1,239Studio Apartments

BullHouse

504 E Pettigrew StDurham, NC 27701
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Holiday Durham Regent
from $2,899Studio Apartments

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: December 26, 2024

There are currently 3293 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Durham, NC that range in price from $560 to $6,550. 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 Durham150$1,420$560
Outer Downtown Durham121$1,434$560
Watts Hospital Hillandale109$1,440$560
East Durham100$1,487$735
Northgate Park95$1,445$560
Brightleaf District94$1,461$560
American Tobacco District93$1,508$560
Marena Place93$1,755$899
Warehouse District93$1,520$560
Outer Chapel Hill92$1,807$875

Largest Available Durham Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Durham, NC is found at West Village in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood and is 848 square feet priced from $1,812. Heights Lasalle in the Downtown Durham neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 799 square feet and currently listed start at $1,787. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Durham:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
West VillageS1H-2848 Sq Ft$1,812
Heights LasalleS3799 Sq Ft$1,787
Carraway VillageS2773 Sq Ft$1,623
The Exchange at Brier CreekLondon706 Sq Ft$1,159
The AsterS1M695 Sq Ft$1,274
Candour HouseA11687 Sq Ft$1,514
Lofts at LakeviewA1685 Sq Ft$1,499
Bradford CaryE1677 Sq Ft$1,499
Terrazzo DurhamSierra673 Sq Ft$1,561
Aventon CaryS1662 Sq Ft$1,395

Cheapest Available Durham Studio Apartments

As of December 26, 2024 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Durham, NC is the The Carolinas Model starting from $845 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 $1,568. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Durham:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Vivo Living DurhamThe Carolinas$845
Vivo Living Forest HillsStudio$850
Vivo Living Ivy CreekStudio$899
Icon Downtown DurhamA1 Studio C Standard -Call for Availability$950
The ForestThe Willow I$995
The Villages of Chapel HillS1$999
MAA Research ParkE1$1,138
The Exchange at Brier CreekLondon$1,139
Atlas DurhamDaisy$1,174
900 WillowS1B-ALT$1,204

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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.

Durham, NC
Population: 274,291

Ranked #75

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Durham, NC

Ranked #4

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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 $845.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Durham is $1,568.

What is the largest available Studio Durham Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Durham is a 848 square feet unit starting from $1,812 at West Village.

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

The average size for a Studio rental in Durham is currently 545 sq ft.

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