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

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Published on March 18, 2020
Renting in Durham: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?4512 Emerald Forest Drive. | Photo: Apartment Guide

Finding a good option for a reasonable price can be a challenge if you're seeking an apartment on a budget. So what does the low-end rent 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 budget-minded 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

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 902 Lambeth Circle, is listed for $720/month for its 705 square feet.

In the unit, the listing promises carpeted floors and a dishwasher. Amenities offered in the building include garage parking and on-site laundry. Both cats and dogs are allowed.

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

(See the complete listing here.)

901 Chalk Level Road

Photo: Apartment Guide

Listed at $745/month, this 600-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 901 Chalk Level Road. 

The building features garage parking. You'll also find carpeted floors, in-unit laundry and a dishwasher in the apartment. Pet lovers are in luck: Cats and dogs are welcome.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address requires a car for most errands, 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 451 square feet, is going for $749/month.

The building comes with a gym. The apartment also includes a dishwasher, hardwood flooring and a balcony. Dogs are permitted.

According to Walk Score, this location isn't very walkable, isn't particularly bikeable 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 $772/month.

In the unit, expect to find a fireplace, a dishwasher, a balcony and a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. For those with furry friends in tow, know that cats and dogs are welcome on this property. The listing specifies a $150 pet deposit.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area requires a car for most errands, isn't particularly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)

2836 Chapel Hill Road

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

And finally, here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 2836 Chapel Hill Road, which, with 854 square feet, is going for $855/month.

The apartment includes a balcony and a dishwasher. There is also a swimming pool. Good news for animal lovers: Both dogs and cats are allowed here. Look out for a $300 pet fee.

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

(Check out 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, read on for five marketing tips for real estate agents to showcase local market expertise.

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