Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Duke University Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $500 (13 Rentals)
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Duke University, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Duke University?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Duke University Studio Apartments | $1,474 | $1,000 | $3,057 |
Duke University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,743 | $782 | $2,638 |
Duke University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,376 | $1,225 | $4,837 |
Duke University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,449 | $1,760 | $3,436 |
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Cheapest Available Duke University Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Duke University area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Dupont Circle priced from $743. ReNew West Durham has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $919. Here are the most affordable Duke University apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Dupont Circle | The Brightleaf 600 | 1BR,1BA | $743 |
ReNew West Durham | Augusta | 1BR,1BA | $919 |
Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! | Arthur | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Icon Downtown Durham | A1 Studio C Standard -Call for Availability | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
LaSalle Pointe Apartments | The Brightleaf 700 | 1BR,1BA | $1,197 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Duke University, NC
As of February 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Duke University area is the $1.71 price per square foot Amber Suite Model at Erwin Terrace Apartments in the in the Downtown Durham neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Duke University apartment is the CW2DS Model at Trinity Properties - Campus Walk starting at $1,445 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Downtown Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Duke University apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Erwin Terrace Apartments | Amber Suite | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
Trinity Properties - Campus Walk | CW2DS | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
Poplar Manor Apartments | 1-Two Bedroom One Bath-Ground Floor- 810 sq ft | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
Holly Hill Apartments | *One Bedroom One Bath Second Floor Washer & Dry... | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
ReNew West Durham | Charleston | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.79 |
LaSalle Pointe Apartments | The Brightleaf 740 | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
Lofts at Lakeview | A1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.19 |
Dupont Circle | The Brightleaf 600 | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Chapel Tower- Students save up to 10%! | Morreene | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
Duke Manor- Students save up to 10%! | Hereford | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Duke University Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Duke University?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Duke University is at Icon Downtown Durham listed at $1,000.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Duke University Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Duke University Apartment is $743 at Dupont Circle.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Duke University Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Duke University is starting from $1,225 at Poplar Manor Apartments.
What is the most affordable Duke University Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Duke University Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 810 Ninth and starts from $3,426.
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