Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $500 (124 Rentals)

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902 S Alston Ave
$5601 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

902 S Alston Ave

Durham, NC 27701
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929 Morreene Rd
$7821 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

929 Morreene Rd

Durham, NC 27705
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1220 S Roxboro St
$8001 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

1220 S Roxboro St

Durham, NC 27707
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1006 N Guthrie Ave
$9951 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

1006 N Guthrie Ave

Durham, NC 27703
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Downtown Durham, Durham, NC

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across North Carolina and customized analysis for Central Durham, NC. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, multifamily communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Durham Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Durham?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Durham is at Vivo Living Durham listed at $845.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Durham Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Durham Apartment is $525 at The Lofts at Southside Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Durham Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Durham is starting from $1,015 at 501 Towns.

What is the most affordable Downtown Durham Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Durham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mission University Pines and starts from $1,240.

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