Raleigh-Durham/ Real Estate & Development
Published on January 17, 2020
Renting in Durham: What's the cheapest apartment available right now? 800 White Pine Drive. | Photo: Apartment Guide

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in Durham are hovering around $1,175. 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.

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

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902 Lambeth Circle

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Listed at $720/month, this 705-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 902 Lambeth Circle, is 38.7 percent less than the median rent for a one bedroom in Durham, which is currently estimated at around $1,175/month.

When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry and garage parking. In the unit, you're promised carpeted floors and a dishwasher. For those with furry friends in tow, know that cats and dogs are allowed on this property.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is car-dependent, has minimal bike infrastructure and has some transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

4512 Emerald Forest Drive

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 4512 Emerald Forest Drive, which, at 568 square feet, is going for $763/month.

The building features a fitness center. The apartment also has hardwood flooring, in-unit laundry, a fireplace and a dishwasher. Dogs are welcome.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address isn't very walkable, has minimal bike infrastructure and has a few nearby public transportation 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 $769/month.

You'll see a dishwasher, a fireplace and a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting in the apartment. When it comes to pets, both meows and barks are permitted. Look out for a $150 pet deposit.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is car-dependent, isn't particularly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)

2006 House Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

And here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom space at 2006 House Ave. in Lakewood Park, which, with 550 square feet, is going for $850/month.

The building offers on-site management. In the unit, anticipate hardwood flooring, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Both cats and dogs are welcome. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area is somewhat walkable, is very bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the listing here.)

2836 Chapel Hill Road

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Lastly, over at 2836 Chapel Hill Road, there's this 854-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, going for $855/month.

Expect a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting, in-unit laundry, a dishwasher and a walk-in closet in the apartment. When it comes to pets, both meows and barks are allowed. The listing specifies a $300 pet fee.

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

(View the listing here.)


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