Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Downtown Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $500 (88 Rentals)

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University Commons - Durham
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Commons - Durham

1505 Duke University RdDurham, NC 27701
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Outer Downtown Durham, Durham, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer Downtown Durham Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Downtown Durham area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at 912 Alma St priced from $560. 2002 Strebor St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $575. Here are the most affordable Outer Downtown Durham apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
912 Alma St912 Alma St1BR,1BA$560
2002 Strebor St2002 Strebor St1BR,1BA$575
1420 Maplewood Dr1420 Maplewood Dr1BR,1BA$695
701 Fanning Way701 Fanning Way1BR,1BA$695
160 Presidents Dr160 Presidents Dr1BR,1BA$715
Dupont CircleThe Brightleaf 6001BR,1BA$739
13 Pilatus Dr13 Pilatus Dr1BR,1BA$825
Avalon EastThe Brightleaf 6501BR,1BA$834
Vivo Living DurhamThe CarolinasStudio,1BA$849

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Downtown Durham, NC

As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer Downtown Durham area is the $0.22 price per square foot 2002 Strebor St Model at 2002 Strebor St in the in the Downtown Durham neighborhood starting from $575. The second greatest value Outer Downtown Durham apartment is the 2002 Strebor St Model at 2002 Strebor St starting at $575 with a $0.22 price per square foot in the Downtown Durham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Downtown Durham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2002 Strebor St2002 Strebor St1BR,1BA$0.22
2002 Strebor St2002 Strebor St1BR,1BA$0.22
701 Fanning Way701 Fanning Way1BR,1BA$0.30
160 Presidents Dr160 Presidents Dr1BR,1BA$0.32
912 Alma St912 Alma St1BR,1BA$0.25
Room in House on Genlee DrRoom in House on Genlee Dr1BR,1BA$0.36
4815 S Singing Woods Pl4815 S Singing Woods Pl4BR,1.5BA$1.16
13 Pilatus Dr13 Pilatus Dr1BR,1BA$0.66
1113 Lancaster St1113 Lancaster St1BR,1BA$0.74
1420 Maplewood Dr1420 Maplewood Dr1BR,1BA$0.58
1420 Maplewood Dr1420 Maplewood Dr1BR,1BA$0.58
Dupont CircleThe Brightleaf 6001BR,1BA$1.23

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Outer Downtown Durham, Durham, NC

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across North Carolina including Outer Downtown Durham, Durham, and the greater Durham area. 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 the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Downtown Durham Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer Downtown Durham?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer Downtown Durham is at Vivo Living Durham listed at $849.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Downtown Durham Apartment is $560 at 912 Alma St.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Downtown Durham is starting from $1,060 at Croasdaile.

What is the most affordable Outer Downtown Durham Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Outer Downtown Durham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rippling Stream Townhomes and starts from $1,472.

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