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5200 Kerley Rd, Durham, NC 27705, USA
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Property Overview
Kerley Gardens Apartments excels with a Zumper Expert Rating of 7.7, underscoring its strong appeal to potential renters. It features excellent value and amenities ratings, both at 8 out of 10, reflecting a competitive pricing strategy within its location that rates 9 out of 10 for convenience. Additionally, the property is recognized for its transparency, achieving a trustworthiness rating of 7 out of 10, alongside notable community features like a playground, enhancing its overall desirability.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 918 sqft | $1,275 /mo | 1 unit available | Two Bedroom One Bath Unit. |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 36 |
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About Kerley Gardens Apartments
Kerley Gardens Apartment, where your ideal living space awaits in the heart of Durham, NC. Our apartment community is strategically positioned to sprinkle unparalleled convenience into your daily life. The community playground becomes a magical haven, providing a secure environment for children to play, fostering new connections like stories in a fairytale. Parking is a breeze with our delightful options, ensuring your chariot is just steps away from your enchanted door. At Kerley Gardens Apartment Homes, we weave a tapestry of comfort and convenience, delivering amenities essential for your best life. Immerse yourself in the perfect blend of convenience and relaxation at Kerley Gardens in Durham, NC,. Located in a great neighborhood, this apartment home offers a convenient and desirable location. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this beauty your own.
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.
7.7
/10
Very GoodKerley Gardens Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
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, Kerley Gardens Apartments 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Kerley Gardens Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Kerley Gardens Apartments 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 Kerley Gardens Apartments 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.
Kerley Gardens Apartments 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.
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 Kerley Gardens Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 3 miles away
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Rent trends in Durham
2-bedroom apartments at Kerley Gardens Apartments cost about 18% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Durham.
Median rents as of Dec 27 2025.
Durham
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| January 2024 | $1,551 |
| 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 |
| November 2025 | $1,428 |
| December 2025 | $1,427 |
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Can I afford to live at 5200 Kerley Rd?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$51,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $51,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,275.
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Schools near Kerley Gardens Apartments
Forest View Elementary School
3007 mount sinai rd
durham, NC, 27705
K-5Public
B
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Internet available near Kerley Gardens Apartments
Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Durham near 5200 Kerley Rd
Walking
2/10
You’ll need another mode of transportation for getting around. Scooter, anyone?
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 5200 Kerley Rd, Durham
Groceries
0/10
No grocery stores within walking distance
Shopping
2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
0/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
2/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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