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Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC under $1000

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    Spacious kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances and granite like counter tops at University Ridge Apartments, Durham, NC, 27707 Bedroom with a bed and a large window at University Ridge Apartments, Durham, NC, 27707
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    3611 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707
    4 Units available
    1 BED $948+
    Spacious kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances and granite like counter tops at University Ridge Apartments, Durham, NC, 27707 Bedroom with a bed and a large window at University Ridge Apartments, Durham, NC, 27707 Dining room with blue walls and a white table and chairs at University Ridge Apartments, Durham, NC, 27707 Aerial View at University Ridge Apartments, North Carolina, 27707
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    Experience a life of joy at University Ridge Apartments. Let the attractive amenities of our apartments in Durham surround you with comfort while you focus on being your best self. To complete the picture, your road to success gets a head start thanks to our coveted location near Duke University & North Carolina Central University, which places you close to major employers like IBM and Amazon. As you step inside our luxury Durham apartments, the vast living room welcomes you with exquisite aesthetics and a light-filled ambiance. The fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and microwave becomes your arena for culinary adventures and stylish dinner parties. Select layouts also boast wood-style flooring and fireplaces that warm up our North Carolina winters, as well as stainless-steel appliances to save you precious time when cooking. Stroll through our welcoming leisure areas and let your productive side recharge. Enjoy the sun and gaze at the sky from the enveloping comfort of our resort-style pool. After catching up on your reading list in our spacious clubhouse, energize your body and mind at the fitness center or with a game at our volleyball and tennis courts. To end an amazing day, share savory meals with close ones at the BBQ grill. Imagine all these perks in a have-it-all location. Beyond the doorstep of our apartments near Duke University, NCCU, the Durham Performing Arts Center, and UNC Chapel Hill, explore a wealth of lucrative career opportunities, acclaimed universities, and shopping outlets. Our proximity to University Drive and Highway 501 ensures easy access to Downtown Durham and Chapel Hill, so that you’re connected to anywhere you need to be. Visit us today and see for yourself why University Ridge Apartments is the place for you.

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    • Pets Allowed
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a black and white patterned rug.
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    810 Park Ridge Rd, Durham, NC 27713
    1 BED $1,000+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    3601 Highgate Drive, Durham, NC 27713
    1 BED $924+
  • a living room with a couch and a glass table
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    5523 NC Highway 55, Durham, NC 27713
    1 BED $984+
  • a living room with a blue couch and a coffee table
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    1 Swiftstone Court, Durham, NC 27713
    1 BED $892+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    4904 Garrett Road, Durham, NC 27707
    1 BED $864+
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  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    4811 Garrett Road, Durham, NC 27707
    1 BED $920+
  • a bedroom with a bed and a dresser and a ceiling fan
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    325 Bridgefield Place, Durham, NC 27705
    1 BED $869+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    201 Bridgefield Place, Durham, NC 27705
    1 BED $755+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    500 Dupont Circle Road, Durham, NC 27705
    1 BED $678+
  • a living room with a couch and a glass table
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    100 Mayfield Circle, Durham, NC 27705
    1 BED $875+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a coffee table
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    3001 New Haven Drive, Durham, NC 27703
    1 BED $939+
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  • an empty living room with a window and carpet
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    134 Red Robin Road, Durham, NC 27703
    1 BED $700
  • A living room with a fireplace and a large painting above it.
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    100 Rose Garden Ln, Durham, NC 27707
    STUDIO $999+
  • a house with a basketball hoop in front of it
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    229 Bridgefield Place, Durham, NC 27705
    STUDIO $700+
  • A living room with two couches and a rug.
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    2088 Tanners Mill Drive, Durham, NC 27703
    3 BEDS $900
  • A modern kitchen with a large island and bar stools.
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    57 Galway Glenn Ln, Durham, NC 27705
    3 BEDS $800

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  • a living room with a white couch and a table
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  • the living room of an apartment with a couch and a table
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Getting around in Durham, NC

49 /100
Car-Dependent
43 /100
Some Transit
48 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 49, Transit Score®: 43, Bike Score®: 48

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Durham, NC last updated?

Prices and availability in Durham, NC were last updated on 18 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Durham, NC?

The best apartments in Durham, NC are: Alden Place at South Square, University Ridge Apartments, Park Ridge Estates, The Mews Apartments and Townhomes and Concord Village.

What type of rental buildings are in Durham, NC?

In Durham, 48% of the residents are renting compared to 52% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 16% of Durham’s rentals, 64% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 19% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in Durham, NC under $1,700

There’s more than one way to spend $1,700 on rent in Durham, NC, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,700 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $1,700 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Durham, NC. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 79 apartments for rent below $1,700 in Durham, NC for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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