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Highlights
- Quiet neighborhood
- Cozy apartment
Location
1214 Spruce St, Durham, NC 27701, USA|East Durham
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Property Overview
1214 Spruce St offers a strong overall renter experience, with a 7.7/10 expert rating, high marks for location, amenities, and value, and a quiet neighborhood setting. It also stands out for its competitive pricing and nearby transit and school access, while the cozy apartment feel adds to its appeal.
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
High school nearby
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 600 sqft | $950 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to 1214 Spruce Street unit B, a one bedroom one bath apartment in a quiet neighborhood. Stove and refrigerator provided. Washer / Dryer hookups. Central Heat and AC. Features include: Spacious kitchen Quiet neighborhood close to NCCU and easy access to downtown Durham in minutes Easy access to Durham 147 |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
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About 1214 Spruce St
Welcome to 1214 Spruce Street unit B, a one bedroom one bath apartment in a quiet neighborhood. Stove and refrigerator provided. Washer / Dryer hookups. Central Heat and AC. Features include: Spacious kitchen Quiet neighborhood close to NCCU and easy access to downtown Durham in minutes Easy access to Durham 147
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 Good1214 Spruce St 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, 1214 Spruce St is a great option for renters looking for apartments in East Durham. 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, 1214 Spruce St 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.
1214 Spruce St 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 1214 Spruce St 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.
1214 Spruce St 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 1214 Spruce St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.7 miles away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1.0 miles away
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Rent trends in East Durham
1-bedroom apartments at 1214 Spruce St cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in East Durham.
Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
East Durham
Durham
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,329 |
| December 2024 | $1,283 |
| January 2025 | $1,287 |
| February 2025 | $1,334 |
| March 2025 | $1,377 |
| April 2025 | $1,432 |
| May 2025 | $1,408 |
| June 2025 | $1,451 |
| July 2025 | $1,458 |
| August 2025 | $1,481 |
| September 2025 | $1,413 |
| October 2025 | $1,436 |
| November 2025 | $1,385 |
| December 2025 | $1,321 |
| January 2026 | $1,385 |
| February 2026 | $1,350 |
| March 2026 | $1,270 |
| April 2026 | $1,299 |
| May 2026 | $1,327 |
| June 2026 | $1,321 |
| July 2026 | $1,368 |
| August 2026 | $1,312 |
| September 2026 | $1,315 |
| October 2026 | $1,299 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $950 |
| December 2024 | $967 |
| January 2025 | $983 |
| February 2025 | $978 |
| March 2025 | $963 |
| April 2025 | $919 |
| May 2025 | $902 |
| June 2025 | $971 |
| September 2025 | $964 |
| October 2025 | $970 |
| November 2025 | $1,062 |
| December 2025 | $1,095 |
| February 2026 | $945 |
| March 2026 | $945 |
| April 2026 | $931 |
| May 2026 | $875 |
| June 2026 | $907 |
| July 2026 | $973 |
| August 2026 | $1,018 |
| September 2026 | $1,000 |
| October 2026 | $950 |
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Can I afford to live at 1214 Spruce St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$38,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $950.
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Schools near 1214 Spruce St
Eastway Elementary School
610 north alston ave
durham, NC, 27701
PK, K-5Public
C+
Ignite Online Academy
5321 ephesus church rd.
durham, NC, 27707
K-12Public
Pleasant Grove Elementary School
3605 pleasant grove church rd
morrisville, NC, 27560
PK, K-5Public
A-
Hortons Creek Elementary
7615 o'kelly chapel rd
cary, NC, 27519
PK, K-5Public
A
Parkside Elementary School
332 parkside valley dr
morrisville, NC, 27560
PK, K-5Public
A
Neighborhood
East Durham | Durham, NC
Getting around Durham near 1214 Spruce St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1214 Spruce St, Durham
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 1214 Spruce St
El Atoron
1109 N Miami Blvd
Town Deli & Grocery
801 N Alston Ave
Ideal's Sandwich & Grocery LLC
2108 Angier Ave
Food Lion
2400 Holloway St
Bulldega Urban Market
129 W Parrish St
Urban Appeals Clothing LLC
1230 Avondale Dr
Family Dollar
1000 N Miami Blvd
Scrubs 2 NC Inc
1101 N Miami Blvd
Key's Kloset LLC
1000 N Miami Blvd
Citi Trends
1100 N Miami Blvd
Counter Culture Coffee
812 Mallard Ave
Two Leaf Tea Fang LLC
807 E Main St
Everlou Coffee
506 N Mangum St
Coffee Bar
315 E Chapel Hill St
Foster Street Coffee
530 Foster St
Bull City Burger & Brewery
107 E Parrish St
Killer Queen Wine Bar
117 E Main St
Kingfisher Bar
Red Phone Booth-Durham, NC
125 Orange St
Louella Wine, Beer & Beverage
316 W Geer St
Tienda Mi Pueblo
1408 Avondale Dr
Panaderia Pahua Clan
1715 Holloway St
Tienda Mi Pueblo 2
1000 N Miami Blvd
Elms Lane Seafood LLC
311 E Main St
Outdoor Market For Fresh Foods
117 Hunt St
Drew/Granby Park
East End Park
Long Meadow Park
Sherwood Park
Forest
So Good Pupusas LLC
1114 N Driver St
Taqueria Mi Pueblo
1000 Holloway St
Taqueria La Fiesta
1002 E Geer St
Sushi Sun Inc
507 Park Ave
Durham Grill & Tobacco
1700 Holloway St
Holloway St / Driver St
Holloway St – Village – Glenview Station, Holloway St – Village – Southern HS
Holloway St / Driver St
Holloway St – Village – Glenview Station, Holloway St – Village – Southern HS
Holloway St / Spruce St
Holloway St – Village – Glenview Station, Holloway St – Village – Southern HS
Holloway St / Hyde Park Ave
Holloway St – Village – Glenview Station, Holloway St – Village – Southern HS
Holloway St / Alma St
Holloway St – Village – Glenview Station, Holloway St – Village – Southern HS
Durham Amtrak Station
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