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Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC under $1000
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    5523 NC Highway 55, Durham, NC 27713
    1 BED $953+
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    400 Stone Lion Drive, Durham, NC 27703
    STUDIO $973+
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    1214 Rosefinch Drive, Durham, NC 27703
    1 BED $700
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    3001 New Haven Drive, Durham, NC 27703
    1 BED $984+
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    325 Bridgefield Place, Durham, NC 27705
    1 BED $922+
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    1712 Red Roses Avenue, Durham, NC 27703
    1 BED $750+
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    100 Mayfield Circle, Durham, NC 27705
    1 BED $875+
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    500 Dupont Circle Road, Durham, NC 27705
    1 BED $754+
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    201 Bridgefield Place, Durham, NC 27705
    1 BED $786+
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    229 Bridgefield Place, Durham, NC 27705
    STUDIO $700+
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    4405 American Drive, Durham, NC 27705
    2 BEDS $925
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    500 Winter Wren Lane, Durham, NC 27703
    1 BED $850
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    4811 Garrett Road, Durham, NC 27707
    1 BED $939+
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    4904 Garrett Road, Durham, NC 27707
    1 BED $879+
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    1749 Dobbins Drive Suite 1B, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
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    133 Station Drive, Morrisville, NC 27560
    1 BED $700+
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    4518 Tournament Drive, Raleigh, NC 27612
    STUDIO $936+
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    3111-101 Long Meadow Ct., Raleigh, NC 27613
    1 BED $961+
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    5900 Timber Creek Lane, Raleigh, NC 27612
    1 BED $975+
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    1914 Generation Dr Unit G, Raleigh, NC 27612
    1 BED $937+
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    6625 Lake Hill Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609
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    1 BED $919+
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    6201 Litchford Rd, Raleigh, NC 27616
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    13285 Steinbeck Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609
    STUDIO $981+
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    3800-2 Colby Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609
    1 BED $940
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    1141 Crab Orchard Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606
    STUDIO $957+
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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 21 Jun 2025.

What are the best apartments in Durham, NC?

The best apartments in Durham, NC are: Alden Place at South Square, University Ridge Apartments, Berkshire Ninth Street, Emory Woods and Lodge at Southpoint.

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.

Renting apartments in Durham, NC under $1,000

Searching for apartments for rent in Durham, NC under $1,000 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Durham, NC, where the average rent is $1,134 per month, there are 76 units available for less than $1,000. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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