How much is the average rent in Durham, NC for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

Durham's 2025 rental market shows 1-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,400 per month, while 2-bedroom units rent for around $1,700 monthly. The market offers a well-balanced selection with 2-bedroom and 1-bedroom apartments each representing 29% of available inventory.

Are rents going up or down in Durham, NC?

Rents in Durham, NC are generally decreasing. The average rent has decreased by about 2%, with 1-bedroom apartments seeing a 6% decrease and 2-bedroom apartments a 4% decrease.

When is the best time to look for an apartment in Durham, NC?

November and December offer the best opportunities for apartment hunting in Durham, with November showing the lowest rents of the year. These late fall and winter months feature reduced competition from other renters and approximately 5% lower prices compared to April's peak rental rates.

What are the best neighborhoods to rent an apartment in Durham, NC?

Duke University - West Campus, East Durham, Downtown Durham, and Duke Forest excel for active lifestyles with high walk scores and abundant restaurants. Pet owners should consider Duke Homestead, Watts Hospital-Hillandale, Farrington, and Country Club Heights for their accommodating environments and pet amenities.

What areas of Durham, NC are best for budget-conscious renters?

East Durham offers the most affordable option with 1-bedroom apartments at around $880 monthly, running 32% below the city median. Duke Forest provides rentals at around $1,130 per month, which is 13% under median rates, while Watts Hospital-Hillandale offers moderate savings with median rent around $1,590.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in Durham, NC?

Durham welcomes pet owners with 66% of rental listings offering pet-friendly policies. Duke Homestead, Watts Hospital-Hillandale, Farrington, and Country Club Heights provide the most accommodating environments, featuring pet grooming services, pet hospitals, and dedicated pet spaces with reasonable deposit requirements.

Are utilities usually included in rent in Durham, NC?

Utilities are rarely included in Durham rental properties, appearing in less than 1% of all listings. Studios have the highest rate at approximately 0.09% of available units, while 1-bedroom apartments include utilities in about 0.06% of listings.

Short Term Rentals in Durham, NC

24 rentals

Highly rated

2h ago

9.9

Excellent

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Camden Lake Pine

600 Park Summit Blvd, Apex, NC 27523

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,319–$2,039

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Furnished

High Ceilings

On-Site Laundry

Roof Deck

Swimming Pool

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Highly rated

3h ago

8.5

Very good

Van Alen

511 S Mangum St, Durham, NC 27701

Short term | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,640–$7,343

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Business Center

Controlled Access

Elevator

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

Residents Lounge

Rent special

7h ago

9.4

Excellent

Lantower Bullhouse

504 E Pettigrew St, Durham, NC 27701

Short term | Elevator | Ev charging

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,433–$3,673

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 20

Top amenities

EV Charging

Call

7h ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

Camden Westwood

2100 Summit Ridge Loop, Morrisville, NC 27560

Short term | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,319–$1,929

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Business Center

Carpet

Ceiling Fan

Microwave

Swimming Pool

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3D tour

9h ago

9.9

Excellent

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Rippling Stream Townhomes

200 Seven Oaks Rd, Durham, NC 27704

Short term | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,054–$2,615

Apartment for rent

Available May 30

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

Package Service

Storage

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Airbnb-friendly

Highly rated

10h ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Camden Overlook

4703 Summit Overlook Dr, Raleigh, NC 27612

Short term | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,359–$2,609

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Hardwood Floor

High Ceilings

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Swimming Pool

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Nearby rental good for eco-living

$1,549–$3,389

441 S Dillard St

Nearby rental good for pet owners

$1,640–$7,343

511 S Mangum St

Rent special

New construction

11h ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Camden Village District

1906 Clark Ave, Raleigh, NC 27605

Short term | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$1,499–$3,179

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Ceiling Fan

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

Package Service

Residents Lounge

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Highly rated

12h ago

7.9

Very good

The Apartments at Palladian Place

260 Leigh Farm Rd, Durham, NC 27707

Short term | Garage parking | On-site laundry

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,434–$2,652

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Fireplace

Fitness Center

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Storage

Swimming Pool

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Highly rated

Rent special

12h ago

8.7

Very good

Garrett West

4130 Garrett Rd, Durham, NC 27707

Short term | In-unit laundry | Fitness center

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,294–$1,920

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

Residents Lounge

Rent special

13h ago

8.5

Very good

ReNew Durham

3554 Weymouth St, Durham, NC 27707

Short term | On-site laundry | Balcony

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,109–$2,230

Apartment for rent

Available May 8

Top amenities

Free Parking

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Residents Lounge

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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.

$1,091–$1,642

Durham

$1,830–$2,937

Downtown Durham

$1,299–$2,873

Downtown Durham

$1,573–$9,375

Durham

Abberly Alston Townhomes and - Photo 1 of 1

Rent special

New construction

14h ago

9.7

Excellent

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Abberly Alston Townhomes and

325 Fusion Dr., Cary, NC 27519

Short term | On-site laundry | Balcony

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,460–$4,026

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Available Aug 30

Top amenities

Elevator

On-Site Laundry

Package Service

Residents Lounge

Swimming Pool

Call

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Airbnb-friendly

Rent special

17h ago

8.8

Very good

Creekstone at RTP Apartments

5472 S Miami Blvd, Durham, NC 27703

Short term | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,427–$3,535

Apartment for rent

Available May 29

Top amenities

Carpet

Fitness Center

Garage Parking

Hardwood Floor

High Ceilings

On-Site Management

The Village at Auburn Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

Airbnb-friendly

3D tour

17h ago

8.5

Very good

The Village at Auburn Apartments

801 E Woodcroft Pkwy, Durham, NC 27713

Short term | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

1–3 beds

1–3 baths

$1,326–$3,533

Apartment for rent

Available May 29

Top amenities

Fireplace

Fitness Center

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Swimming Pool

Airbnb-friendly

20h ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Camden Crest

5200 Summit Manor Ln, Raleigh, NC 27613

Short term | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,279–$1,939

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Business Center

Ceiling Fan

Fitness Center

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Management

Call

Highly rated

20h ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Camden Asbury Village

841 Handsworth Ln, Raleigh, NC 27607

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,319–$1,899

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Assigned Parking

Ceiling Fan

Fireplace

In-Unit Laundry

Storage

Call

Airbnb-friendly

Highly rated

21h ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Camden Manor Park

4000 Manor Club Dr, Raleigh, NC 27612

Short term | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,249–$2,019

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Assigned Parking

Business Center

Elevator

In-Unit Laundry

Swimming Pool

Call

Highly rated

Rent special

2d ago

8.5

Very good

Realm at Patterson Place

3767 Sw Durham Dr, Durham, NC 27707

Short term | Balcony | Swimming pool

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,234–$9,375

Apartment for rent

Available Oct 1

Top amenities

Swimming Pool

Highly rated

3D tour

2d ago

9.9

Excellent

Verified

Camden Governors Village

100 Durant St, Chapel Hill, NC 27517

Short term | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$1,379–$1,949

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Management

Residents Lounge

Storage

Call

5d+ ago

Short Term townhouse for rent in Durham

1119-TLC

1119 Commack Dr #1, Durham, NC 27703

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

2 beds

2 baths

$2,795

House for rent

Top amenities

Carpet

Elevator

Fitness Center

Garage Parking

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Short Term townhouse for rent in Durham

1210 - TLC

1210 Commack Dr #1210, Durham, NC 27703

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

2 beds

2.5 baths

$2,795

House for rent

Available May 1

Top amenities

Concierge Service

Dishwasher

EV Charging

Fitness Center

Furnished

Storage

5d+ ago

Short Term townhouse for rent in Durham

TST Rental 1

1234 Commack Dr, Durham, NC 27703

Short term | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

4 beds

3.5 baths

$2,395

House for rent

Top amenities

Carpet

Dishwasher

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Swimming Pool

5d+ ago

Short Term house for rent in Durham

2612 Kirby St, Durham, NC 27713

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

3 beds

1 bath

$2,800

House for rent

Available Jan 6

Top amenities

Fireplace

Furnished

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Short Term house for rent in Durham

104 Masondale Ave, Durham, NC 27707

Short term | On-site laundry

4 beds

3 baths

$3,225

House for rent

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Short Term house for rent in Durham

4 Intrepid Ct, Durham, NC 27703

Short term

3 beds

2.5 baths

$1,945

House for rent

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