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Luxury Apartments for Rent in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC

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Luxury Apartments for Rent in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC. 290 Rentals Available
  • a living room with a green couch and chairs and a coffee table
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    464 E. Pettigrew Street, Durham, NC 27701
    STUDIO $1,377+
    1 BED $1,337+
    2 BEDS $1,840+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    1005 W. Main Street, Durham, NC 27701
    STUDIO $1,199+
    1 BED $1,341+
    2 BEDS $2,191+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    510 E. Pettigrew St., Durham, NC 27701
    STUDIO $1,285+
    1 BED $1,400+
    2 BEDS $2,110+

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  • A living room with a white rug and a white sofa.
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    100 Alexan Drive, Durham, NC 27707
    1 BED $1,017+
    2 BEDS $1,270+
    3 BEDS $1,648+
  • a living room with two couches and a fireplace
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    3611 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707
    1 BED $948+
    2 BEDS $1,264+
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  • a photo of a living room with a couch and a window
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    605 W Main St Suite C, Durham, NC 27701
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    1 BED $1,238+
    2 BEDS $1,421+
  • a white and black kitchen with black cabinets and stainless steel appliances
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    605 W Main St Suite C, Durham, NC 27701
    STUDIO $1,226+
    1 BED $1,238+
    2 BEDS $1,421+
  • a photo of a living room with a couch and a window
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    605 W Main St Suite C, Durham, NC 27701
    STUDIO $1,226+
    1 BED $1,591+
    2 BEDS $2,028+
  • a photo of a living room with a couch and a window
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    605 W Main St Suite C, Durham, NC 27701
    STUDIO $1,546+
    1 BED $1,474+
    2 BEDS $2,157+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
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    545 Foster Street, Durham, NC 27701
    STUDIO $1,655+
    1 BED $1,820+
    2 BEDS $2,487+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and large windows
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    321 W Corporation Street, Durham, NC 27701
    STUDIO $1,260+
    1 BED $1,490+
    2 BEDS $2,245+
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  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    318 W Corporation St, Durham, NC 27701
    STUDIO $1,374+
    1 BED $1,397+
    2 BEDS $2,049
  • A modern dining room with a long table and chairs.
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    620 Foster Street, Durham, NC 27701
    STUDIO $1,388+
    1 BED $1,449+
    2 BEDS $1,950+
  • a living room with a couch and a ceiling fan
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    749 Ninth Street, Durham, NC 27705
    STUDIO $1,733+
    1 BED $2,307+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and chairs and a table
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    704 15Th Street, Durham, NC 27705
    STUDIO $1,769+
    1 BED $1,687+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a neighborhood of white houses with red shutters and trees
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    1332 Fidelity Drive, Durham, NC 27703
    3 BEDS $2,260
    4 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • 2610 Erwin Rd Studio-2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    2610 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705
    STUDIO $1,450+
    1 BED $1,371+
    2 BEDS $2,071+
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  • a living room and dining room with a table and chairs
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    2900 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705
    STUDIO $1,786+
    1 BED $1,758+
    2 BEDS $2,587
  • a living room with a couch and a table with oranges on it
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    2709 Western Bypass, Durham, NC 27705
    1 BED $1,404+
    2 BEDS $1,999+
    3 BEDS $2,516+
  • a living room with a couch and a chair and a tv
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    3806 University Drive, Durham, NC 27707
    STUDIO $1,668+
    1 BED $1,730+
    2 BEDS $2,315+
  • a living room with a chair and a table and a window
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    200 Vincent Ave, Durham, NC 27705
    2 BEDS $1,543+
  • A living room with a grey couch, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
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    3007 Petty Road, Durham, NC 27707
    STUDIO $1,615
    1 BED $1,390+
    2 BEDS $1,770+
  • a living room with a gray couch and a tv
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    3004 Ivey Wood Lane, Durham, NC 27703
    2 BEDS $1,269+
    3 BEDS $1,579+
  • a living room with a bar and a couch
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    910 Constitution Drive, Durham, NC 27705
    1 BED $1,293+
    2 BEDS $1,378+
  • A living room with a grey couch and a fireplace.
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    2015 Watchorn Street, Durham, NC 27703
    STUDIO $1,400+
    1 BED $1,499+
    2 BEDS $2,100+
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Downtown Durham, Durham, NC rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC have increased by 2.63% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,797 to $1,844.

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The national average price of rental apartments is $1,743, while the average monthly rent in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC is $1,844.

Average rent in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC

$1,844/mo Downtown Durham, Durham, NC average rental price, October 2025
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC is around $1,844.

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

    A share of 31% of apartments in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC have the cheapest rents between $1,001-$1,500. Around 5% of rentals are $2,501-$3,000. Around 41% of Downtown Durham's apartments have monthly rents between $1,501-$2,000. There are 20% of apartments with rents between $2,001-$2,500. A share of 3% of apartment rentals in Durham are in the > $3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC (41%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Downtown Durham, NC

    92 /100
    Walker's Paradise
    61 /100
    Good Transit
    77 /100
    Very Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 92, Transit Score®: 61, Bike Score®: 77

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the price of a luxury apartment in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC?

    The price range is between $1,377 and $5,674.

    How many luxury rentals are available in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC on RentCafe?

    There are 12 luxury rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC were last updated on 25 Nov 2025.

    What is the average size of a luxury apartment in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC?

    The average Downtown Durham, Durham, NC luxury apartment size is 949 sq. ft.

    What are the advantages of renting a luxury apartment in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC?

    Renting a luxury apartment in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC comes with many amenities, more space and central locations.

    What are the downsides of renting a luxury apartment in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC?

    Luxury apartments tend to be more expensive and have higher utility bills.

    Downtown Durham, Durham, NC demographics

    • 24,881Total Population
    • 12,273 Female
      12,608 Male
    • 34Median Age

    In total, Downtown Durham, Durham, NC has 24,881 residents, 12,273 women and 12,608 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of Downtown Durham’s population is 34.

    Downtown Durham, Durham, NC households

    • 4,659 Family
      7,128 Non-family
    • 2,271 Children
      9,516 No Children
    • 11,787Total Number of Households
    • 2Average People Per Household
    • $66,852Median Household Income

    There is a total of 11,787 households in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC. Of these, 2,271 have children and 9,516 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 4,659 family households and 7,128 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in Downtown Durham is 2 people, on average. The median household annual income in Downtown Durham equals $66,852, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,303.

    Downtown Durham, Durham, NC education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 8% of the population in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC have no high school education, 27% went to high-school, and 12% have partially completed college. Moreover, 4% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 25% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 23% hold a Graduate Degree.

    Renting a luxury apartment in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC

    Are you looking for a luxury apartment in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC? Most of the new apartment buildings in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC are catering to higher-income lifestyle renters who are interested in living in prime locations, which means that there is a nice selection of luxury units available on the market. This type of rentals is becoming very popular and trendy among young professionals, especially millennials. You will find 25 upscale, Class A buildings in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC to choose from, with as many as 286 high-end apartments for rent. Some of the best apartments are located in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC, so finding the perfect apartment that fits your style, whether modern and high-tech, or classic and elegantly furnished, is easier than you think. If having plenty of living space is important to you, newer apartment complexes offer large apartments with open floor-plans, typically above the average apartment size in the area, which is 1,013 Sqft. Some also offer extra storage space, bike racks, and car garages.

    High rise apartments are where luxury meets convenience

    On average, apartments in Downtown Durham, Durham, NC go for $2,719 per month, with the most expensive high-end apartments renting for up to $8,335 per month. Location is key for a convenient lifestyle. Luxury studio apartments, especially those located in a high-rise close to the best restaurants and entertainment in the area, are a top choice for singles. On the other hand, luxury townhomes located near the best school in the Downtown Durham, Durham, NC are what families are looking for. Filter your search results by number of bedrooms and number of baths for a customized list of available apartments in your area. If you like upscale living but are not inclined to spend more than you have to, there are also cheap luxury apartments priced from $948 you can take a look at.

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