
Cheap Homes for Rent in Southwest Central Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $1,200 (7 Rentals)
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2019 Wa Wa Ave

1030 Cornell St

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Southwest Central Durham, Durham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Southwest Central Durham?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Southwest Central Durham 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,673 | $1,300 | $2,150 |
Southwest Central Durham 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,322 | $1,400 | $4,000 |
Southwest Central Durham 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,525 | $3,300 | $3,750 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Southwest Central Durham Neighborhood of Durham, NC.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Central Durham Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Central Durham area of Durham, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at 901 South priced from $999. Icon Downtown Durham has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Southwest Central Durham apartments for rent in Durham, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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901 South | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Icon Downtown Durham | A1 Studio C Standard -Call for Availability | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
Brightleaf on Main | M1 | Studio,1BA | $1,190 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Central Durham, NC
As of April 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Central Durham area is the $2.79 price per square foot A6.1 Model at Beckon in the in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood starting from $2,490. The second greatest value Southwest Central Durham apartment is the VR 2x1 Model at Viceroy Apartments starting at $1,202 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Central Durham apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Beckon | A6.1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
Viceroy Apartments | VR 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Willow Bend Apartments | WB 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
901 South | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
501 Towns | 21LR | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Cortland Bull City | Buchanan | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
Whetstone | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
West Village | S1D-2 | Studio ,1BA | $2.69 |
605 West End | Gregson | Studio ,1BA | $3.02 |
Icon Downtown Durham | A1 Studio C Upgrade-Call for Availability | Studio ,1BA | $2.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Central Durham
What type of rentals are currently available in Southwest Central Durham?
There are currently 95 Apartments for Rent in Southwest Central Durham, NC with pricing that ranges from $750 to $8,732. There are also 24 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwest Central Durham ranging from $1,200 to $4,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southwest Central Durham?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southwest Central Durham ranges from $1,200 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,020.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southwest Central Durham?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southwest Central Durham range from $1,450 to $7,361, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,611.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.