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

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Published on December 11, 2019
Renting in Durham: What's the cheapest apartment available right now? 4512 Emerald Forest Drive. | Photo: Apartment Guide

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one-bedroom in Durham are hovering around $1,170. But how does the low-end pricing on a Durham rental look these days — and what might you get for your money?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments from 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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902 Lambeth Circle

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 902 Lambeth Circle, which, at 846 square feet, is going for $765/month.

Building amenities include garage parking and on-site laundry. The apartment also features a dishwasher and carpeted floors. Both cats and dogs are allowed.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is car-dependent, is somewhat bikeable and has some transit options.

(See the full 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 $770/month.

In the unit, the listing promises a mix of hardwood and carpeted floors along with a fireplace. When it comes to pets, both meows and barks are allowed. Be prepared for a $150 pet deposit.

Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area isn't very walkable, has minimal bike infrastructure and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)

1315 Morreene Road

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Next up is this 550-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 1315 Morreene Road and listed for $810/month.

Amenities offered in the building include secured entry, a fitness center and a swimming pool. The unit also features air conditioning. Good news for animal lovers: Both dogs and cats are welcome here.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address requires a car for most errands, is somewhat bikeable and has some transit options.

(Here's the listing.)

4512 Emerald Forest Drive

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Check out this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 4512 Emerald Forest Drive, and listed for $829/month for its 776 square feet.

In the unit, expect to find a dishwasher, a fireplace and in-unit laundry. The building features a fitness center. Bark alert: Dogs are allowed.

According to Walk Score, this location isn't very walkable, is somewhat bikeable and has some transit options.

(See the listing here.)


This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Additionally, if you’re an agent or a broker, read on for real estate marketing ideas to promote your local listing.

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