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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Off-street parking
  • In-unit laundry
  • Pet park
  • Pet friendly community

Location

1500 Duke University Rd, Durham, NC 27701, USA
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Leasing office

(844) 326-6575 ext. 7025

Property Overview

Icon Downtown Durham NC is highly rated with a strong overall score of 8.2, indicating an excellent option for renters seeking quality living. The property features a remarkable array of amenities, with a perfect score of 10, and a prime location assessed at 9, providing easy access to local attractions and services. Its advantages include in-unit laundry, a pet-friendly environment, and a vibrant community atmosphere, making it an appealing choice for those interested in an active social life and outdoor spaces.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.2
Very Good
With a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, Icon Downtown Durham NC.. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Icon Downtown Durham NC.. has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

Common A11 bed1 bath400 sqft$900–$1,000 /mo
Common A21 bed1 bath415 sqft$950–$1,050 /mo
Common A31 bed1 bath415 sqft$975–$1,075 /mo
Common A41 bed1 bath497 sqft$1,000–$1,100 /mo
Common A51 bed1 bath498 sqft$1,025–$1,125 /mo
Common A81 bed1 bath618 sqft$1,050–$1,150 /mo
Historic A61 bed1 bath529 sqft$1,150 /mo
Historic A71 bed1 bath529 sqft$1,200 /mo
Historic A111 bed1 bath655 sqft$1,275 /mo
Historic A91 bed1 bath655 sqft$1,275 /mo
Historic A101 bed1 bath655 sqft$1,275 /mo
Historic B12 bed1 bath760 sqft$1,300 /mo
Historic B22 bed1 bath784 sqft$1,325 /mo
Common B42 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,350–$1,450 /mo
Historic B32 bed1 bath790 sqft$1,350 /mo
Historic B52 bed1 bath952 sqft$1,375 /mo
Common B62 bed1 bath1,200 sqft$1,450–$1,550 /mo

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Amenities for Icon Downtown Durham NC..

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBathtub
Breakfast NookCarpet
Ceiling FanDining Room
FreezerGranite Countertop
Hardwood FloorHeat: forced air
Living RoomTile Floor
Water Included

Appliances

Central A/CDishwasher
IcemakerIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRefrigerator
Stainless Steel AppliancesWasher Dryer Connections

Tech

High-Speed InternetSmart Thermostat

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Grilling AreaOff-Street Parking
On Street ParkingOutdoor Space
Pet ParkPet-Friendly Community
Picnic AreaSwimming Pool

Services

Live ToursOn-Site Maintenance

Neighborhood

Near CampusNear Hospital
On Bus LinePublic Transportation

Other

Online Payments
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

Property details

Year built1939
Units359
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About Icon Downtown Durham NC..

HomeApartments in Durham Icon Downtown Durham NC..

Icon Downtown Durham NC is a Durham Apartment located at 1500 Duke University Rd. The property features 1 - 2 BR rental units available starting at $900. Amenities include Cats Ok, Dogs Ok, Pet Park, Pet Friendly Community, In-Unit Laundry, and On-Site Laundry. Water Included included. Off-Street Parking parking available. Contact us for a showing.


Year Built: 1939

Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.2
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.2 out of 10 overall, Icon Downtown Durham NC.. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Icon Downtown Durham NC.. has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Icon Downtown Durham NC..
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, Icon Downtown Durham NC.. is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Icon Downtown Durham NC.. stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Icon Downtown Durham NC.. is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Icon Downtown Durham NC.. does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Icon Downtown Durham NC.. provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Icon Downtown Durham NC.. is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Social life

  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • 111 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Icon Downtown Durham NC.. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Durham

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 23% lower than 1-bedrooms in Durham.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Icon Downtown Durham NC.. to be 11% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Durham.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
Durham
A table of studio rental data trends in Durham
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,558
December 2023$1,566
January 2024$1,579
February 2024$1,652
March 2024$1,542
April 2024$1,536
May 2024$1,493
June 2024$1,496
July 2024$1,438
August 2024$1,417
September 2024$1,443
October 2024$1,545
November 2024$1,476
December 2024$1,432
January 2025$1,419
February 2025$1,431
March 2025$1,382
April 2025$1,404
May 2025$1,451
June 2025$1,470
July 2025$1,453
August 2025$1,508
September 2025$1,445
October 2025$1,407

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $975.
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Schools near Icon Downtown Durham NC..

E.K. Powe Elementary School

913 9th st

durham, NC, 27705

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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Durham near 1500 Duke University Rd

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1500 Duke University Rd, Durham

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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