Raleigh-Durham/ Real Estate & Development
Published on August 13, 2019
Renting in Durham: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?604 N. Hardee St. | Photo: Apartment Guide

If you're apartment hunting, you know how hard it can be to find a good deal. So what does the low-end pricing on a rental in Durham look like these days — and what might you get for your money?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments in Durham via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find.

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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604 N. Hardee St.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

First, listed at $650/month, this 586-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 604 N. Hardee St., is 31.6 percent less than the median rent for a one bedroom in Durham, which is currently estimated at around $950/month.

Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry and a fitness center. You'll also find a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting in the apartment. For those with furry friends in tow, know that cats and dogs are welcome on this property. Expect a $300 nonrefundable pet fee.

According to Walk Score, this location isn't very walkable, isn't particularly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

901 Chalk Level Road

Photo: Apartment Guide

Next, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 901 Chalk Level Road, is listed for $660/month for its 600 square feet.

The apartment includes a fireplace, a dishwasher and carpeted floors. The building offers on-site laundry, secured entry and garage parking. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is car-dependent, has minimal bike infrastructure and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

1400 Wyldewood Road

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Then, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 1400 Wyldewood Road in Scarsdale Village, is listed for $841/month for its 680 square feet.

In the unit, the listing promises a dishwasher and a balcony. Luckily for pet owners, both dogs and cats are allowed. The building features a swimming pool and on-site laundry.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is car-dependent, is somewhat bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)

1829 Front St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Finally, here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom address at 1829 Front St., which, with 730 square feet, is going for $850/month.

Amenities offered in the building include a fitness center and a swimming pool. Also, look for a balcony and a walk-in closet in the residence. Pet lovers are in luck: Cats and dogs are permitted. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

According to Walk Score, this location is car-dependent, isn't particularly bikeable and has some transit options.

(Check out the listing here.)


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