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Renting in Durham: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?

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Published on November 22, 2019
Renting in Durham: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?4512 Emerald Forest Drive. | Photo: Apartment Guide

Need a budget-friendly new spot? Though apartment hunting can be challenging, don't despair just yet — there are deals to be had. 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.

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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901 Chalk Level Road

Photo: Apartment Guide

Listed at $695/month, this 600-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 901 Chalk Level Road, is 30.5% less than the median rent for a one-bedroom in Durham, which is currently estimated at around $1,000/month.

Amenities offered in the building include garage parking and a swimming pool. The apartment also includes in-unit laundry and a dishwasher. Pet lovers are in luck: Cats and dogs are allowed.

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

(See the complete listing here.)

800 White Pine Drive

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Then there's this 389-square-foot apartment with one bedroom and one bathroom at 800 White Pine Drive, listed at $799/month.

The unit includes a dishwasher, a fireplace, a balcony and a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. Both cats and dogs are welcome. Expect a $150 pet deposit.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location isn't very walkable, has minimal bike infrastructure and has some transit options.

(See the listing here.)

4512 Emerald Forest Drive

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Next up is this 776-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 4512 Emerald Forest Drive and listed for $829/month.

Look for a balcony, a fireplace, in-unit laundry and a dishwasher in the apartment. Canine companions are welcome.

Walk Score indicates that this location isn't very walkable, has minimal bike infrastructure and has some transit options.

(Here's the listing.)

1315 Morreene Road

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 1315 Morreene Road, is listed for $840/month for its 568 square feet.

You'll get air conditioning in the apartment. The building offers a swimming pool and a fitness center. Good news for animal lovers: Both dogs and cats are welcome here.

Walk Score indicates that this location is car-dependent, has minimal bike infrastructure and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)


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