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

Renting in Durham: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?800 White Pine Drive | Photo: Apartment Guide
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Published on June 10, 2020

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one-bedroom in Durham are hovering around $995. But how does the low-end pricing on a Durham rental look these days — and what might you get for the price?

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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901 Chalk Level Road

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Listed at $745/month, this 600-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 901 Chalk Level Road, is less than the median rent for a one-bedroom in Durham, which is currently estimated at around $995/month.

In the unit, the listing promises a dishwasher, in-unit laundry and carpeted floors. The building boasts a swimming pool. Good news for animal lovers: Both dogs and cats are welcome here.

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

(See the complete listing here.)

902 Lambeth Circle

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 902 Lambeth Circle, is listed for $765/month for its 846 square feet.

Expect to find a dishwasher, both central air conditioning and central heating and carpeted floors in the unit. The building offers on-site laundry. Luckily for pet owners, both dogs and cats are allowed.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area isn't very walkable, is somewhat bikeable and has some transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

3835 Guess Road

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 3835 Guess Road, which, at 689 square feet, is also going for $765/month.

The unit offers a dishwasher and a balcony in the apartment. Building amenities include a swimming pool and on-site laundry. Pet lovers are in luck: Cats and dogs are welcome. Plan on a $300-$450 pet fee.

Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area is somewhat walkable, isn't particularly 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 $772/month.

In the apartment, you'll see a dishwasher, a balcony and a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. The building boasts on-site laundry. Both cats and dogs are allowed. Be prepared for a $150 pet deposit and a $300 pet fee.

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.

(See the listing here.)

3700 Chimney Ridge Place

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Finally, this is a 730-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom address, located at 3700 Chimney Ridge Place in Woodcroft and listed for $775/month.

Anticipate a balcony, a dishwasher and a fireplace in the unit. The building features a swimming pool. For those with furry friends in tow, know that cats and dogs are welcome on this property. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

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

(Here's the listing.)


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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