Cheap Apartments for Rent in Durham, NH from $800 (17 Rentals)
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Durham, NH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Durham?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Durham Studio Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
Durham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,196 | $875 | $2,400 |
Durham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,980 | $1,610 | $2,295 |
Durham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,373 | $2,046 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Available Durham Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Durham, NH is a Studio unit found at 5 Chapel St priced from $1,550. Lilac & Monument Garden in the Downtown Dover neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Durham apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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5 Chapel St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Lilac & Monument Garden | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Redden Gardens | 3 BR Tax Credit | 3BR,1BA | $2,046 |
Station House Apartments | Rail1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Durham, NH and Nearby
As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Durham area is the $1.77 price per square foot 3 BR Tax Credit Model at Redden Gardens in the in the Brickyard Estates neighborhood starting from $2,046. The second greatest value Durham apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Lilac & Monument Garden starting at $1,600 with a $2.37 price per square foot in the Downtown Dover neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Durham apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Redden Gardens | 3 BR Tax Credit | 3BR,1BA | $1.77 |
Lilac & Monument Garden | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
Station House Apartments | Rail1x1D | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
5 Chapel St | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.74 |
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Getting Around Durham, NH
Walk Score®
64 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Durham Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Durham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Durham Apartment is $1,600 at Lilac & Monument Garden.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Durham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Durham is starting from $1,750 at Lilac & Monument Garden.
What is the most affordable Durham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Durham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Redden Gardens and starts from $2,046.
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