Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 31, 2026
Average rent in
Durham, NC
Average rent in
Last updated on October 31, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Durham rent stands today
Durham, NC rent rose 1.5% year over year, with a current median of $1,772/month. Renters today are paying $27 more per month on average than last year, with rents near the peak of $1,801/month from August 2025.
Compared to national trends
Durham sits 6.7% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a moderately priced market with 645 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Durham rents vary from studios at $1,494/month to 4+ bedrooms at $2,400/month, with houses renting at a median of $1,995 and apartments at $1,511. The market is weighted toward houses, which make up 63.9% of total rentals.
Neighborhood spotlight
Northgate Park rents climbed 69.5% year over year to $2,348/month, contrasting with the citywide 1.5% rise. Treyburn saw a decline of 67.4% to $1,465/month.
Median rent
Median rent in Durham
$1,772/mo
2%vs previous year
The average rent in Durham is $1,772 per month as of October 2026. This is 7% below the national average rent, or $128 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Durham
645
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Durham rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Durham, NC
Average rent prices in Durham have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 2% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Durham, NC
Rent prices in Durham vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Durham is $1,511, whereas a house costs $1,995. 1-bedroom apartments in Durham run $1,350 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,554.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,493 | No Change | 6% | |
1 bedroom | $1,299 | 4% | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $1,595 | 1% | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $1,995 | No Change | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $2,400 | 1% | No Change |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downing Creek | $1,899 | |
Downtown Durham | $1,738 | |
Duke Forest | $1,391 | |
East Durham | $1,300 | |
Ed Cook | $1,904 | |
Greysons Green | $1,950 | |
Hope Valley | $1,995 | |
North Garrett Road | $1,600 | |
Northgate Park | $2,348 | |
Watts Hospital Hillandale | $2,002 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,511 | No Change |  1% | |
Condos | $1,700 | No Change | 13% | |
Houses | $1,995 | No Change | 1% | |
Rooms | $795 | 1% | 3% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,493
Last year
6%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,299
Last 30 days
4%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,595
Last 30 days
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,995
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
Downtown Durham
Average rent
$1,738
East Durham
Average rent
$1,300
Hope Valley
Average rent
$1,995
Duke Forest
Average rent
$1,391
Northgate Park
Average rent
$2,348
North Garrett Road
Average rent
$1,600
Downing Creek
Average rent
$1,899
Greysons Green
Average rent
$1,950
Watts Hospital Hillandale
Average rent
$2,002
Ed Cook
Average rent
$1,904
Apartments
Average rent
$1,511
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,700
Last year
13%
Houses
Average rent
$1,995
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
Rooms
Average rent
$795
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Durham, NC, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Durham, NC compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Durham and Apex by all bedroom counts and property types.
Durham
7%lower than the national median
13%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Durham, NC is 18% lower than the median rent in Apex, NC.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,150
2%$1,500
15%$2,095
6%$1,950
3%$2,080
$1,840
$2,182
24%$1,774
10%$1,971
3%$2,185
3%$2,480
6%$1,721
1%Cost of living in Durham, NC
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Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 4% lower |
| Groceries | 2% higher |
| Health | 3% higher |
| Housing | 1% higher |
| Transportation | 6% lower |
| Utilities | 7% lower |
Discover rentals in Durham, NC
1h ago
Apartment for rent in Durham
2 beds
1 bath
$895
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 30
4d ago
2324 Taylor St, Durham, NC 27703
2 beds
1 bath
$895
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Townhouse for rent in Durham
1022 Navigon Dr, Durham, NC 27713
2 beds
2 baths
$950
Price dropped $1,750Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Nov 1
2d ago
2412 Vesson Ave, Durham, NC 27707
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Durham
1544 Underbrush Dr, Durham, NC 27703
5 beds
3 baths
$25,950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Durham
801 St Charles St, Durham, NC 27713
4 beds
4 baths
$4,800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Duke Homestead house for rent in Durham
2301 Broad St, Durham, NC 27704
4 beds
3.5 baths
$4,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Duke Homestead house for rent in Durham
2307 Broad St, Durham, NC 27704
4 beds
3.5 baths
$4,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
21h ago
Verified
4230 Garrett Rd, Durham, NC 27707
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,044–$1,644
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1237 Naples Place, Durham, NC 27703
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$1,044–$1,844
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
901 Chalk Level Road, Durham, NC 27704
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,004–$1,604
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 14
1d ago
Verified
604 North Hardee Street ###1, Durham, NC 27703
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,029–$1,253
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 2
21h ago
Verified
4230 Garrett Rd, Durham, NC 27707
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,044–$1,644
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
901 Chalk Level Road, Durham, NC 27704
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,004–$1,604
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 14
1d ago
Verified
2104 Nebula Way, Durham, NC 27703
3 beds
2 baths
$2,379–$2,929
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 29
14h ago
Verified
2610 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705
Studio–2 beds
0–2 baths
$1,418–$4,257
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
15h ago
Verified
1400 Wyldewood Road, Durham, NC 27704
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,099–$2,049
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 8
21h ago
Verified
4230 Garrett Rd, Durham, NC 27707
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,044–$1,644
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1237 Naples Place, Durham, NC 27703
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$1,044–$1,844
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
901 Chalk Level Road, Durham, NC 27704
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,004–$1,604
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 14
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Frequently asked questions for Durham, NC
Quick answers to common questions about the Durham rental market.
How much is rent in Durham?
The average rent in Durham is $1,772 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Durham?
Average rent prices in Durham have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 2% since last year.
How does Durham rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Durham is 7% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $128 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Durham?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Durham are East Durham ($1,300/mo), Duke Forest ($1,391/mo), and North Garrett Road ($1,600/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Durham?
To comfortably afford rent in Durham, you'd need to earn approximately $71,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Durham?
November and December offer the best rental deals in Durham, with November seeing the lowest rents of the year. These late fall and winter months are less competitive for renters, while March tends to be the most competitive with higher demand compared to available inventory.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).