Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West End Neighborhood of Durham, NC from $500 (21 Rentals)

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University Commons - Durham
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Commons - Durham

1505 Duke University RdDurham, NC 27701
Student Housing
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Brookdale Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Brookdale Apartments

815 Dacian AveDurham, NC 27701
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Montego
1 Bedroom Apartments

Montego

1901 Morehead AveDurham, NC 27707
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University Commons
1 Bedroom Apartments

University Commons

801-804 Underwood AveDurham, NC 27701
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West End, Durham, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available West End Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West End 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 West End apartments for rent in Durham, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
901 South1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$999
Icon Downtown DurhamA1 Studio C Standard -Call for AvailabilityStudio,1BA$1,000
WhetstoneS1Studio,1BA$1,167
Brightleaf on MainM1Studio,1BA$1,188
West VillageA1A-11BR,1BA$1,213

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, NC

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the West End area is the $1.58 price per square foot 323 W Main St Model at 323 W Main St, Unit A in the in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value West End apartment is the 813 Fargo St Model at 813 Fargo St starting at $675 with a $0.54 price per square foot in the Fayetteville Street Corridor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West End apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
323 W Main St, Unit A323 W Main St1BR,1BA$1.58
813 Fargo St813 Fargo St1BR,1BA$0.54
American Tobacco Apartments (Old Bull/Noell)Old Bull 2x12BR,1BA$1.84
1733 Morehead Ave1733 Morehead Ave2BR,1BA$1.45
Willow Bend ApartmentsWB 2x12BR,1BA$1.67
901 South2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.56
Berkshire Main StreetBiltmore1BR,1BA$2.20
WhetstoneA21BR,1BA$2.33
West VillageS1A-3Studio ,1BA$2.19
Cortland Bull CityAllenStudio ,1BA$2.37

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West End, Durham, NC

Ranked #41

Among neighborhoods in Durham, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across North Carolina and customized analysis for Central Durham. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West End Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West End?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West End is at Icon Downtown Durham listed at $1,000.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Apartment is $675 at 813 Fargo St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West End Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West End is starting from $1,249 at 901 South.

What is the most affordable West End Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West End Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Beckon and starts from $3,984.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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