
Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC Under $1,200 (187 Rentals)


Lenox at Patterson Place

ReNew West Durham

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MAA Research Park

West Village

Springfield Apartments

ReNew Durham

Retreat at RTP
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Cortland Research Park

Nova Chapel Hill

The Hargrove at Southpoint

Triangle Place

Cortland at RTP

SoHo Apartment Homes

Reserve at Stillwater

The Forest

BLU Station Apartments

Emerald Place

Brightleaf on Main

Magnolia Pointe Apartments

The Element Apartments

Crossings @ 501

Atlas Durham

Creekside Landing

Rippling Stream Townhomes

Independence Park

The Oaks at Northgate

Glenbrook West

Mission University Pines

Haven at Research Triangle Park

Legacy at Meridian Apartments

Vivo Living Durham

Forest Pointe

South Square Townhomes

Triangle Park Apartments

Featherstone Village

Poplar Manor Apartments

Vivo Living Ivy Creek
Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Durham?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Durham Studio Apartments Under $1200 | $1,554 | $849 | $3,528 |
Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,722 | $450 | $6,788 |
Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,152 | $540 | $8,879 |
Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $2,426 | $635 | $9,557 |
Durham 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,930 | $859 | $4,600 |
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Durham
How much are Studio apartments in Durham?
There are currently 98 Studio Apartments in Durham with rent ranges from $849 to $3,528 with an average price of $1,554.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Durham Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Durham ranges from $450 to $6,788 with an average monthly rent of $1,722.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Durham cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Durham range from $540 to $8,879. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,152.
How expensive are Durham Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 288 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Durham on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $635 to $9,557 - averaging $2,426 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.