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Vivo Living Forest Hills
4515 NC Highway 55Durham, NC 27713
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Auburn Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $800 (15 Rentals)
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Room in Townhome on Kudzu St
1129 Kudzu St
DurhamNC27713
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Emerald Place
4512 Emerald Forest DrDurham, NC 27713
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The Sawyer
4655 Hope Valley RdDurham, NC 27707
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Triangle Place
2800 Bainbridge DrDurham, NC 27713
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Legacy at Meridian Apartments
1101 Exchange PlDurham, NC 27713
Room in Townhome on Metropolitan Dr
1013 Metropolitan Dr
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Cortland Research Park
4405 Waterford Valley DrDurham, NC 27713
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Woodland Creek Apartments
5216 Penrith DrDurham, NC 27713
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The Village at Auburn Apartments
801 E Woodcroft PkyDurham, NC 27713
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54 Station
1415 E NC 54 HwyDurham, NC 27713
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Auburn, Durham, NC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Auburn?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn Studio Apartments | $1,096 | $875 | $1,608 |
| Auburn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,427 | $900 | $2,455 |
| Auburn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,675 | $1,180 | $4,411 |
| Auburn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,946 | $1,492 | $3,253 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Auburn Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Cheapest Available Auburn Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Auburn area of Durham, NC is a Studio unit found at Vivo Living Forest Hills priced from $850. Emerald Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $911. Here are the most affordable Auburn apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vivo Living Forest Hills | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Emerald Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $911 |
| The Sawyer | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,010 |
| Southpoint Glen | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,037 |
| Triangle Place | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Auburn, NC
As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Auburn area is the $1.54 price per square foot C1 RENOVATED Model at The Churchill in the in the South Durham neighborhood starting from $1,832. The second greatest value Auburn apartment is the The Durham Model at Elevate the Park starting at $1,705 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the South Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Auburn apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Churchill | C1 RENOVATED | 3BR,3BA | $1.54 |
| Elevate the Park | The Durham | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Southpoint Glen | Evergreen | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Woodland Creek Apartments | 1 bedroom 1.5 bathroom | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.53 |
| Triangle Place | The Willow Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| The Sawyer | A1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| The Berkeley At Southpoint | One bedroom / One bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| The Village at Auburn Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Cortland at RTP | Cameron | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Legacy at Meridian Apartments | Kensington | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in areas across the United States, including Durham. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Auburn Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Auburn?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Auburn is under $1,165.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Auburn?
The cheapest apartment in Auburn is The Sawyer which is listed at $1,010, while the average apartment in Auburn costs $1,760.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Auburn?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 14 regular apartments in Auburn that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Auburn?
Cheap apartments in Auburn have an average cost of $252 which is $1,508 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Auburn.
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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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