
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stem, NC from $400 (29 Rentals)
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Vivo Living Durham

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Stem, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Stem?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Stem Studio Apartments | $1,408 | $849 | $2,389 |
Stem 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,717 | $450 | $3,228 |
Stem 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,194 | $1,099 | $5,340 |
Stem 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,327 | $1,295 | $5,314 |
Stem 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,924 | $1,750 | $2,795 |
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Cheapest Available Stem Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Stem, NC is a Studio unit found at Vivo Living Durham in the Downtown Durham neighborhood priced from $849. BLU Station Apartments in the Downtown Durham neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stem apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Vivo Living Durham | The Carolinas | Studio,1BA | $849 |
BLU Station Apartments | One Bedroom Standard-Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Crystal Village | Emerald | 1BR,1BA | $969 |
Monarch Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Regency Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Stonewood Apartments | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
The Element Apartments | 1x1 Standard- Call for Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
SoHo Apartment Homes | 1x1 Standard-Call for Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Hardee Street | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,014 |
Rippling Stream Townhomes | 1x1.5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stem, NC and Nearby
As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Stem area is the $1.33 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Model at Pendleton Townhome Apartments in the in the Wellons Village neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Stem apartment is the 3x2.5 Model at Rippling Stream Townhomes starting at $1,477 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Cardinal Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stem apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Pendleton Townhome Apartments | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.33 |
Rippling Stream Townhomes | 3x2.5 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.13 |
Magnolia Pointe Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
Edgewood Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
Juniper Square Apartments | The Terrace | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Avana On Broad | One Bedroom One Bath (836 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
Monarch Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
Forest Pointe | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Hardee Street | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Stonewood Apartments | Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Getting Around Stem, NC
Walk Score®
8 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
25 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stem Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Stem?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Stem is at Vivo Living Durham listed at $849.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Stem Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Stem Apartment is $950 at BLU Station Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Stem Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Stem is starting from $1,099 at Monarch Apartments.
What is the most affordable Stem Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Stem Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rippling Stream Townhomes and starts from $1,477.
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