
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crest Street Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $700 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Crest Street area of Durham.


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Crest Street, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crest Street?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crest Street Studio Apartments | $1,296 | $749 | $1,755 |
| Crest Street 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,678 | $900 | $2,428 |
| Crest Street 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,951 | $1,095 | $3,040 |
| Crest Street 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,995 | $1,995 | $1,995 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Crest Street Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Cheapest Available Crest Street Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Crest Street area of Durham, NC is a Studio unit found at Vivo Living Durham priced from $799. Dupont Circle has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $828. Here are the most affordable Crest Street apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vivo Living Durham | CARO-B - The Carolinas - B | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Dupont Circle | The Brightleaf 525 | 1BR,1BA | $828 |
| Avalon East | The Brightleaf 650 | 1BR,1BA | $878 |
| Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! | Hereford | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Poplar West Apartments | 1 bedroom/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crest Street, NC
As of December 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Crest Street area is the $1.24 price per square foot 2 bedroom/1 bath Model at Trinity Properties - Campus Walk in the in the Downtown Durham neighborhood starting from $1,095. The second greatest value Crest Street apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Poplar Manor starting at $1,250 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Downtown Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crest Street apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Properties - Campus Walk | 2 bedroom/1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Poplar Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| The Belmont | The Sara | 1BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Poplar West Apartments | 2 bedroom/1 bath flat | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| LaSalle Pointe Apartments | The Brightleaf 700 | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Avalon East | The Brightleaf 650 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| ReNew West Durham | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Chapel Tower - Students save up to 10%! | Morreene | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! | Hereford | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Dupont Circle | The Brightleaf 525 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCrest Street, Durham, NC
Ranked #55
Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crest Street Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Crest Street?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Crest Street is at Vivo Living Durham listed at $799.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Crest Street Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Crest Street Apartment is $722 at Dupont Circle.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Crest Street Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Crest Street is starting from $1,095 at Trinity Properties - Campus Walk.
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