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Highlights

  • On-site parking
  • Convenient location
  • Central heat and air included
  • Refrigerator provided
  • Easy access

Location

1507 Mathison St, Durham, NC 27701, USA
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Management

BR Apartments

Leasing office

(919) 493-1541

Property Overview

Burton School Apartments earns a solid Zumper rating of 7.3, with especially strong scores for amenities and location, alongside a trustworthy listing description. Its convenient setting, on-site parking, central heat and air, and included refrigerator add appeal, while nearby schools, grocery options, and public transportation support everyday ease and accessibility.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.3
Very Good
Burton School Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities 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.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby

Floor plans

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath - 775 sqft2 bed1 bath775 sqft$1,075 /mo1 unit availableSimplify your morning routine at 1507 Mathison Street! Located directly across the street from the award-winning Burton Magnet Elementary School, this charming apartment is the perfect home base for a growing family or local educator. Beyond the unbeatable school-day convenience, you are just minutes away from the vibrant heart of Downtown Durham. Enjoy family weekend outings at Brightleaf Square, catching a game at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park, or exploring local food trucks at nearby parks. High-speed internet ready and nestled in a tight-knit community—welcome to your easiest commute yet.

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Amenities for Burton School Apartments

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator

Tech

Stove/Refrigerator

Building

Water/Sewer

Grounds

Off-Street Parking

Services

Free Water
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About Burton School Apartments

HomeApartments in Durham Burton School Apartments

Simplify your morning routine at 1507 Mathison Street! Located directly across the street from the award-winning Burton Magnet Elementary School, this charming apartment is the perfect home base for a growing family or local educator. Beyond the unbeatable school-day convenience, you are just minutes away from the vibrant heart of Downtown Durham. Enjoy family weekend outings at Brightleaf Square, catching a game at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park, or exploring local food trucks at nearby parks. High-speed internet ready and nestled in a tight-knit community—welcome to your easiest commute yet.


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.
7.3
/10
Very Good
Burton School Apartments is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities 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.
How we rated Burton School Apartments
Price·6A 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.
Burton School Apartments is priced lower than the median price per bedroom for the area. While it may be more affordable, there may also be trade-offs in terms of amenities or quality compared to similar listings nearby. It caters to those seeking cost savings, albeit with some compromises.
Amenities·9A 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.
Burton School Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including free water. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Burton School Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Burton School 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 Burton School 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.
Burton School 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 Burton School Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Durham

2-bedroom apartments at Burton School Apartments cost about 34% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Durham.

Median rents as of Jul 11 2026.
Durham
A table of studio rental data trends in Durham
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,399
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
January 2026$1,428
February 2026$1,422
March 2026$1,370
April 2026$1,372
May 2026$1,352
June 2026$1,335
July 2026$1,339

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$43,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $43,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,075.
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Schools near Burton School Apartments

Ignite Online Academy

5321 ephesus church rd.

durham, NC, 27707

K-12Public

Bethesda Elementary School

2009 s miami blvd

durham, NC, 27703

PK, K-5Public
C

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
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Getting around Durham near 1507 Mathison St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
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 1507 Mathison St, Durham

Groceries

2/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

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