What is the average apartment size in Durham?

The average size for a Durham, NC apartment is 924 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Durham?

As of May / 2026, the average rent in Durham is $1,535 per month, a 0.83% decrease from last years average of $1,548.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Durham?

In Durham, studios rent for $1,340 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,391 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,623 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,943 per month

What is the average apartment size in Durham?

The typical apartment in Durham offers about 924 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Durham?

Studio apartments in Durham average 537 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 733 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,065 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,340 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Durham?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Durham include Knollwood ($1,083/month), Scarsdale Village ($1,143/month), and Highgate ($1,147/month), all below the citywide average of $1,535.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Durham?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Durham are Old West Durham ($2,199/month), Central Park ($2,275/month), and Warehouse District ($2,491/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Durham, NC Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Durham?

The typical rent budget in Durham ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 53% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Durham?

In Durham, 48% of households rent while 52% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: July 02, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Durham is $1,535, a 0.83% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,548.

Studio Apartments at $1,340 offer the most budget-friendly option with 537 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 733 square feet for $1,391, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,623 offer 1,065 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,340 sq ft) for $1,943, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Durham, NC

Last updated: July 02, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,535	924 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,340	537 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,391	733 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,623	1,065 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,943	1,340 sq. ft.

Durham, NC rent trends

Rental prices in Durham, NC have decreased by 0.83% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,548 to $1,535.

What's the typical rent budget in Durham, NC?

The largest share of rentals in Durham, NC (53%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Durham, NC?

60,347 or 48% of the households in Durham, NC are renter-occupied while 66,203 or 52% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Durham?

Knollwood $1,083/month

Scarsdale Village $1,143/month

Highgate $1,147/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,535/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Durham?

Old West Durham $2,199/month

Central Park $2,275/month

Warehouse District $2,491/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Durham, NC By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Warehouse District	$2,491
Central Park	$2,275
Old West Durham	$2,199
Old North Durham	$1,986
Downtown Durham	$1,802
Parc at University	$1,709
Ravenstone	$1,657
Omah Street	$1,626
Crest Street	$1,611
Wynterfield	$1,589
Chapel Hill Road	$1,547
Research Triangle Park	$1,524
Summer Meadow	$1,514
Emorywood Estates	$1,458
Penrith	$1,449
Westgate Townes	$1,448
Croasdaile Farm	$1,438
Parkwood	$1,322
Crooked Creek	$1,256
Valley Run	$1,246
North Carolina Central University	$1,204
American Village	$1,197
Wellons Village	$1,161
Woodcroft	$1,155
Highgate	$1,147
Scarsdale Village	$1,143
Knollwood	$1,083

Durham | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in American Village is 47% lower than in Central Park

$1,197

American Village rent is 22% lower than Durham average

Average Rent $1,197

$2,275

Central Park rent is 48% higher than Durham average

Average Rent $2,275

How Durham Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Durham	$1,535
Charlotte	$1,675
Raleigh	$1,575
Fayetteville	$1,290
Winston - Salem	$1,284
Greensboro	$1,332
Wilson	$1,352
Rocky Mount	$1,202
Hickory	$1,477
Concord	$1,531
Greenville	$1,394
Cary	$1,647
Wake Forest, NC	$1,617
Morrisville	$1,660
Chapel Hill, NC	$1,749
Apex, NC	$1,664
Garner, NC	$1,429
Knightdale, NC	$1,557
Holly Springs, NC	$1,746
Carrboro, NC	$1,262
Mebane, NC	$1,441

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Durham apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.