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  • Rent specials Only 2 units left
    3 bd $1,421+
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    4.5 (54)
    100 Alexan Drive, Durham, NC 27707
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    3 bd $2,559+
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    Forayna Davis Park

    5.0 (1)
    1025 Luxury Lane, Durham, NC 27703
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
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    3 bd $2,021+
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    Southpoint Crossing

    3.5 (9)
    1800 Southpoint Crossing Drive, Durham, NC 27713
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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    3 bd $2,399+
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    Ellis Station

    5.0 (5)
    2015 Watchorn Street, Durham, NC 27703
    Pet friendly • Fitness center • Pool
  • Only 1 unit left
    3 bd $5,023+
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    Berkshire Ninth Street

    5.0 (11)
    749 Ninth Street, Durham, NC 27705
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    3 bd $2,559+
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    Forayna Davis Park

    5.0 (1)
    1025 Luxury Lane, Durham, NC 27703
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  • Rent specials Only 1 unit left
    3 bd $1,899+
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    4.0 (7)
    3001 New Haven Drive, Durham, NC 27703
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  • 3 bd $1,683+
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    Audubon Lake

    4.0 (5)
    501 Audubon Lake Drive, Durham, NC 27713
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  • 3 bd $1,776+
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    Pine Ridge

    3.5 (5)
    1 Swiftstone Court, Durham, NC 27713
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  • Only 2 units left
    3 bd $1,894+
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    Lodge At Southpoint

    4.5 (55)
    1300 Knoll Circle, Durham, NC 27713
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    3 bd $1,421+
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    4.5 (54)
    100 Alexan Drive, Durham, NC 27707
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  • Rent specials 5 units available
    3 bd $1,796+
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    Aventura RTP

    4.0 (3)
    200 Edinborough Dr, Durham, NC 27703
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  • Only 2 units left
    3 bd $1,680+
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    3.5 (11)
    100 Rose Garden Ln, Durham, NC 27707
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  • Rent specials Only 3 units left
    3 bd $1,579+
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    Springwood Park

    4.0 (4)
    3004 Ivey Wood Lane, Durham, NC 27703
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  • 3 bd $1,706+
    Total monthly cost
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    Crossdale Flats

    4.5 (5)
    2105 Bogarde Street, Durham, NC 27705
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  • Rent specials Only 1 unit left
    3 bd $2,395+
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    The Corners Apartments

    5.0 (11)
    1103 Tonti Way, Durham, NC 27703
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  • Rent specials Only 2 units left
    3 bd $3,256+
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    Brightleaf On Main

    4.0 (47)
    1005 W. Main Street, Durham, NC 27701
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  • Rent specials Only 1 unit left
    3 bd $3,223+
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    MAA Nixie

    4.0 (6)
    1250 Hitchings Way, Durham, NC 27713
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  • Rent specials Only 3 units left
    3 bd $2,003+
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    West Village

    605 W Main St Suite C, Durham, NC 27701
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  • Only 1 unit left
    3 bd $1,943+
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    MAA Patterson

    4.5 (16)
    100 Northcreek Drive, Durham, NC 27707
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  • Only 1 unit left
    3 bd $2,033+
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    MAA Research Park

    4.5 (30)
    400 Stone Lion Drive, Durham, NC 27703
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    3 bd $2,810+
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    The Ramsey

    4.5 (33)
    510 E. Pettigrew St., Durham, NC 27701
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  • 3 bd $3,223+
    Total monthly cost
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    Rigsbee Collection

    318 W Corporation St, Durham, NC 27701
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    3 bd $3,299+
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    University Hill

    3806 University Dr., Durham, NC 27707
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Durham, NC?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Durham, NC is between $1,189 and $6,581.

How many 3 bedroom apartments for rent are available in Durham, NC on RentCafe?

There are 143 3 bedroom rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Durham, NC were last updated on 22 Oct 2026.

What is the average size of a 3 bedroom apartment in Durham, NC?

The average Durham, NC 3 bedroom apartment size is 1,385 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a 3 bedroom apartment in Durham, NC?

Renting a 3 bedroom apartment offers extra space compared to a 2 bedroom apartment, suited for a family or for sharing it with someone else.

What are the downsides of renting a 3 bedroom apartment in Durham, NC?

A 3 bedroom apartment is more expensive than smaller units and it usually comes with higher utility costs.

Renting a 3 bedroom in Durham, NC

In Durham, NC 3 bedroom rental apartments are typically a top choice for families with children or roommates sharing living space. The former choose them for the need of extra space. The latter choose them for the need to save money. The conclusion? 3 bedroom apartments offer more space (1,135 Sqft on average) at a good price (usually, around $2,513 per month). Whether you’re Jess from New Girl or a cool couple with 2 kids who want to live downtown, a 3 bedroom apartment for rent in the heart of Durham, NC is the answer to your questions. Typically, only about 10 to 20% of apartments are three bedroom rentals, so they may be a little harder to find than smaller apartments. However, Durham, NC has 72 apartment buildings that have 3 bedroom floor plans available to rent, totaling about 168 units.

How to find a cheap 3 bedroom apartment in Durham, NC for you and your family

Are the two of you about to become three and need to find a rental apartment a.s.a.p.? Need to have one master bedroom, one bedroom for the nursery and one bedroom for an office that on occasion serves as a guest bedroom? And last, but not least, you need a rent payment that won’t entirely swallow both your paychecks? You should take a look at listings of cheap 3 bedroom apartments. Sort your results by “Rent” ascending to display the lowest-priced listings first. Browse photos, take a look at the list of amenities and read the listing descriptions to see which one appeals to you the most. Some rentals go for as little as $1,189 per month. You can further filter your results by number of baths or check the amenities that are important to you by opening up the “More” menu. Child care, playground and controlled access/gated are the most popular features for families. Save your search and get notified by email when new units the meet your criteria become available.