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1500 Duke University RdDurham, NC 27701
1607 Gunter St
DurhamNC27707
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Atlas Durham
321 W Corporation StDurham, NC 27701
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605 West End
605 W Chapel Hill StDurham, NC 27701
1911 Morehead Ave
DurhamNC27707
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Rigsbee Collection
318 W Corporation StDurham, NC 27701
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The Edge at West End The Edge at West End
1808-1810 Chapel Hill RdDurham, NC 27707
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Brightleaf District, Durham, NC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brightleaf District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brightleaf District Studio Apartments | $1,631 | $1,000 | $3,390 |
| Brightleaf District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,891 | $975 | $3,505 |
| Brightleaf District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,633 | $1,249 | $5,520 |
| Brightleaf District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,868 | $1,428 | $7,549 |
| Brightleaf District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,218 | $1,611 | $2,826 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Brightleaf District Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Cheapest Available Brightleaf District Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Brightleaf District area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at 901 South priced from $999. Icon Downtown Durham has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Brightleaf District apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 901 South | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Icon Downtown Durham | A1 Studio C Standard -Call for Availability | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Lofts at Southside Apartments | 2 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 2BR,1BA | $1,103 |
| Atlas Durham | Daisy | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Whetstone | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,167 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brightleaf District, NC
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brightleaf District area is the $1.56 price per square foot 1 Bed, 2 baths Model at 107 E Parrish St in the in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood starting from $2,625. The second greatest value Brightleaf District apartment is the 323 W Main St Model at 323 W Main St, Unit A starting at $1,975 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brightleaf District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 107 E Parrish St | 1 Bed, 2 baths | 1BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| 323 W Main St, Unit A | 323 W Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| The Lofts at Southside Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell) | Old Bull 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 1733 Morehead Ave | 1733 Morehead Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Willow Bend Apartments | WB 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 901 South | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Liberty Warehouse | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| 210 Edward St, Unit Apartment 2 | 210 Edward St | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| West Village | S1A-3 | Studio ,1BA | $2.20 |
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Among neighborhoods in Durham, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across North Carolina, including Durham. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Brightleaf District Neighborhood in Durham, NC
Walk Score®
94 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
84 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
63 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Cheap Brightleaf District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Brightleaf District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Brightleaf District is under $1,299.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Brightleaf District?
The cheapest apartment in Brightleaf District is 901 South which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Brightleaf District costs $3,905.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Brightleaf District?
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 22 regular apartments in Brightleaf District 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 Brightleaf District?
Cheap apartments in Brightleaf District have an average cost of $262 which is $3,643 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Brightleaf District.
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