Cheap Apartments for Rent in the City Center District Durham, NC from $500 (16 Rentals)
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City Center District, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in City Center District?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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City Center District Studio Apartments | $1,618 | $1,111 | $3,385 |
City Center District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,893 | $999 | $3,654 |
City Center District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,650 | $1,249 | $5,185 |
City Center District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,005 | $1,950 | $7,549 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the City Center District Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Cheapest Available City Center District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the City Center District area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Lofts at Southside Apartments priced from $525. 813 Fargo St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable City Center District apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Lofts at Southside Apartments | 1 Bedroom Tax Credit*** | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
813 Fargo St | 813 Fargo St | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
901 South | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Whetstone | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,111 |
Atlas Durham | Daisy | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center District, NC
As of March 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the City Center 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 City Center 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 City Center District apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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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 |
813 Fargo St | 813 Fargo St | 1BR,1BA | $0.56 |
1206 Granby St, Unit A | 1206 Granby St | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.75 |
American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell) | Old Bull 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
The Lofts at Southside Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
West Village | S1H-2 | Studio ,1BA | $2.19 |
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 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCity Center District, Durham, NC
Ranked #24
Among neighborhoods in Durham, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Getting Around the City Center District Neighborhood in Durham, NC
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
75 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
60 / 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 City Center District Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in City Center District?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in City Center District is at Whetstone listed at $1,111.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom City Center District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom City Center District Apartment is $525 at The Lofts at Southside Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom City Center District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in City Center District is starting from $1,103 at The Lofts at Southside Apartments.
What is the most affordable City Center District Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap City Center District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Lofts at Southside Apartments and starts from $1,525.
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