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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Tile backsplash
  • Peaceful atmosphere
  • Open floor plan kitchens
  • Stunning granite countertops
  • Enormous windows

Location

901 S Duke St, Durham, NC 27707, USA
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Management

Clay Realty Co. LLC

Leasing office

(919) 804-1866

Property Overview

901 South receives an impressiveZumper expert rating of 8.6 out of 10, reflecting its competitive pricing, excellent amenities, and prime location, both rated at 9 out of 10. The property is pet-friendly and offers modern features such as stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. With convenient access to schools, parks, and a vibrant social scene, it stands out as an appealing choice for renters seeking quality living.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 901 South is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 901 South has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

Experience Downtown Living at Its Finest at 901 South Apartments!1 bed1 bath725 sqft$1,199 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 901 South

Apartment Amenities

Utilities Included

Appliances

Stainless Steel Appliances

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Assigned ParkingOutdoor Space
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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Year built1981
Units1
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About 901 South

HomeApartments in Durham 901 South

SCHEDULE A SHOWING ONLINE AT: showmojo. com lz d696aba097 ---- Discover your new home at 901 South Apartments, where modern living meets a premier downtown location. Experience the convenience of living just 500 yards from the Durham Bulls Athletic Park, the American Tobacco Campus and nearby Orchard Park. This is a truly unique location in a quiet spot just two blocks from Downtown. The well-lit, beautiful living areas feature enormous windows that flood the space with natural light, seamlessly transitioning into open floor plan kitchens. Enjoy cooking in style with stainless steel appliances, stunning granite countertops, and a tile backsplash that pulls it all together. With a peaceful atmosphere in the heart of Durham, no parking fees, and your very own dedicated parking space just steps from your front door, you can truly embrace a vibrant lifestyle. Plus, we’re pet-friendly, so your furry friends are welcome too! Schedule your tour today and see why 901 South is the perfect place to call home! Utilities are paid for by resident and under the resident's name; water is through the city of Durham and electric is through Duke Energy. Renters insurance is required. Please review full list of rental requirements on application page. Please see pricing below: Application Fee: $75/applicant Monthly Rent: $1199 Security Deposit: One month of rent based on credit approval Administrative Fee: $25 due at move-in Renters Insurance Fee: $15/lease holder/month Pet Fees: Non-refundable $250/pet due at move-in + $25/pet/month *12-month lease terms offered, 6-months offered with option of renewal. If lease term starts from November to February, we reserve the right to offer a 16-month lease term. **Please note that we will NEVER ask you to Cash App money whether it be application fees, security deposit funds, or rent payment. Any communication regarding the leasing of an available apartment will come from a SECURE email address ending with @clayrealtyco com Our rental applications are DIGITAL and will not be sent via email PDF unless you explicitly request an alternative to our digital application. Pet Friendly Quiet Urban Setting


Year Built: 1981

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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 901 South is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 901 South has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 901 South
Price·9A 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.
901 South stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
901 South goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 901 South 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.
901 South 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 901 South does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

901 South is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Social life

  • 167 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • Area has 25 parks and recreation options
  • 172 mixed-use spaces nearby

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 901 South compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
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

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Rent trends in Durham

1-bedroom apartments at 901 South cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Durham.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Durham
A table of studio rental data trends in Durham
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,506
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
January 2026$1,428
February 2026$1,422
March 2026$1,370
April 2026$1,372
May 2026$1,329

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 901 South

Ignite Online Academy

5321 ephesus church rd.

durham, NC, 27707

K-12Public

C.C. Spaulding Elementary School

1531 s roxboro rd

durham, NC, 27707

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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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Durham near 901 S Duke St

Walking

7/10
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.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 901 S Duke St, Durham

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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