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Durham apartments fit for the rich and famous

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Published on April 08, 2020
Durham apartments fit for the rich and famous605 W. Main St. | Photo: Apartment Guide

Sometimes it can be fun to explore your area's luxury real estate listings to see what life could be like if money wasn't a concern. What exactly does the top of the line of Durham's rental market currently look like, and just how select are the features, given these extreme price points?

We combed through local listings in Durham via rental websites Zumper and Apartment Guide to pinpoint the city's most posh listings.

Here are the city's select listings, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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1011 Ninth St. (Old West Durham)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

First off, notice this apartment located at 1011 Ninth St. in Old West Durham. It has three bedrooms and three bathrooms, and it's a total of 2,200 square feet. Whereas the average price for a three-bedroom rental in Durham is approximately $1,500/month, this home is currently going for $2,765/month. What makes the price so steep?

In the apartment, the listing promises central heating and air conditioning, granite countertops, in-unit laundry and hardwood flooring. Pets aren't welcome in this deluxe home.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is moderately walkable, is convenient for biking and has some transit options.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

1001 Urban Ave. (Trinity Park)

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Then, check out this single-family home located at 1001 Urban Ave. in Trinity Park. It has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. This rental is currently going for $2,550/month. Why so pricey?

You can expect hardwood flooring, a fireplace and a dishwasher in the residence. The building also has outdoor space. Inhabiting this high-end house is a human-only thing: Cats and dogs are not permitted.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is moderately walkable, is convenient for biking and has some transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

605 W. Main St. (Warehouse District)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Finally, take a look at this apartment located at 605 W. Main St. in Warehouse District. It has three bedrooms and two bathrooms, and it takes up 1,312 square feet. This living space is currently going for $2,399/month.

The building boasts a swimming pool and a fitness center. You can also expect to see hardwood flooring and a dishwasher in the apartment. Pets too are welcome in this opulent villa.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location is quite walkable, is convenient for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)


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