Studio Apartments for Rent in Durham, NC
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Q: What are the downsides of renting a studio apartment in Durham, NC?

1 bedroom apartments are usually more expensive than studio apartments in terms of rent and utility costs. You might be interested in 1 bedroom apartments , 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments , or browse all RentCafe apartments for rent in Durham, NC .

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

The price range of a studio apartment is between $1,258 and $5,123. Search our studio apartments in Durham, NC.

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

There are 14 studio rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Durham, NC were last updated on 28 May 2022.

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

The average Durham, NC studio apartment size is 586 sq. ft.

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

Studio apartments in Durham, NC tend to be more affordable than other apartments and they have lower utility costs.

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

One of the downsides of living in a studio apartment is the limited storage space. You might be interested in 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, or browse all RentCafe apartments for rent in Durham, NC.

Durham, NC Demographics

Total Population276,341
Female 129,730

Male 146,611
Median Age34.1

The total population of Durham, NC is 276,341, of which 129,730 are men and 146,611 are women, according to the most recent U.S. Census Bureau estimates. The residents of Durham have a median age of 34.1.

Average Rent in Durham, NC

Durham, NC Average Rental Price, February 2022 $1,468 ^/mo

Apartments in Durham, NC rent for $1,468 per month, on average.

Durham, NC Apartment Rent Ranges

1% of apartments in Durham, NC are priced between $501-$700. About 8% charge rents in the $701-$1,000 range. Approximately 53% of Durham’s apartment rentals are priced between $1,001-$1,500. Meanwhile, 31% of apartments are in the most expensive $1,501-$2,000 range.

Durham, NC Rent Trends

Average Rent	Nov / 2018	Mar / 2019	Jul / 2019	Nov / 2019	Mar / 2020	Jul / 2020	Nov / 2020	Mar / 2021	Jul / 2021	Nov / 2021	Feb / 2022
Durham, NC	$1,132	$1,145	$1,188	$1,180	$1,190	$1,195	$1,200	$1,210	$1,357	$1,432	$1,468
National	$1,362	$1,367	$1,399	$1,407	$1,409	$1,399	$1,403	$1,412	$1,495	$1,591	$1,628

The average monthly rent in Durham, NC is around $1,468, while the national average rent is $1,628.

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Durham, NC Households

Total Number of Households114,420
Family 63,629

Non-family 50,791
Children 31,412

No Children 83,008

Average People Per Household2.31
Median Household Income$61,962
Median Housing Costs Per Month$1,149

A total of 114,420 households live in Durham, NC, of which 63,629 are family households and 50,791 are non-family households, per U.S. Census estimates. Of these, approximately 31,412 households have children and 83,008 households do not have children. The average size of a household in Durham, NC is 2.31. The median household income in Durham is $61,962 annually, with $1,149 per month going towards housing.

Durham, NC Education Statistics

According to Census data, 5% of the population in Durham, NC have no high school education, 23% went to high school, 19% have some college education, 6% earned an Associate Degree, 25% earned a Bachelor Degree, and 21% earned a Graduate Degree.

Most Expensive Studios for Rent
Foster on the Park $1,670 - $8,843
Cheapest Studios for Rent
Lenox at Patterson Place $1,256 - $2,825

Renting a studio apartment in Durham, NC

The bad news is that the hip neighborhoods are typically not the places to look for truly affordable homes for rent, and Durham, NC is no exception. That is unless you are willing to give up the (real or imagined) benefits of multiple rooms and experience the minimalist simplicity of a small apartment located smack dab in the middle of the action. Leaf through 25 listings with a total of 45 units, and you’ll be sure to find at least a couple of cheap studios that will make you wonder whether having one or two extra rooms is really worth the difference in price and commute time. Already a fan of living small? Why don’t you check out our selection of one room apartments—there’s always a better deal out there, you just have to know where to look for it (Highgate is the cheapest neighborhood in town—wink wink).

They are called efficiency apartments for a reason

In case you’re still wondering, the time and effort put into finding an efficiency apartment does pay off. Literally, and pretty fast too. The Durham, NC average rent is currently at $2,054, but a single-bedroom apartment in Durham, NC can be yours for as low as $500 per month. While the cheapest bachelor units normally have a small bath and one bigger, multifunctional space (meaning that the hall and the kitchen in the main room, basically), you don’t need to have that if it’s not your thing. You can find plenty of one-room apartments in Durham, NC with a separate kitchen. These are still well under the price of an apartment with multiple rooms, but slightly more expensive than your average studio, so it’s a good idea to aim for the higher end of the price range. The currently the most expensive studio apartment in Durham, NC costs a monthly $9,613.

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