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Average Rent Trends in Durham, NC
Rent in Durham, NC varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jun 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $1,950 |
| Jul 2025 | $1,915 |
| Aug 2025 | $1,950 |
| Sep 2025 | $1,900 |
| Oct 2025 | $1,895 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,900 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,895 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,895 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,895 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,895 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,875 |
| May 2026 | $1,875 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $1,208 | $1,595 | $2,050 | $2,400 | $1,900 |
| Townhomes | $1,575 | $1,695 | $2,000 | $2,395 | $1,995 |
| Apartments and Condos | $1,256 | $1,492 | $2,000 | $1,113 | $1,495 |
| Houses | $725 | $1,799 | $2,186 | $2,495 | $2,150 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Durham, NC
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Durham, NC?The average rent of an apartment in Durham, NC is $1,260 per month. This is about 35% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in Durham, NC?The average rent of a house in Durham, NC is $2,150 per month. This is about 11% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in Durham, NC?The average rent of a townhome in Durham, NC is $1,995 per month. This is about 3% higher than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Durham, NC?In the last year, the average rent in Durham, NC was lowest in Mar 2025 when it was $1,890 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Durham, NC?In the last year, the average rent in Durham, NC was highest in Jun 2025 when it was $1,950 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Durham, NC?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Durham, NC is $1,208 per month. That is about $193 less than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Durham, NC?There are 1,136 available rental listings in Durham, NC.
- What colleges and universities are in Durham, NC?Colleges and universities in Durham, NC include: Duke University.
- What are some neighborhoods in Durham, NC?Some neighborhoods in Durham, NC include: Hope Valley, Duke West Campus, Hope Valley Farms, Old West Durham.
- What are some zip codes in Durham, NC?
- What are some cities near Durham, NC?Some nearby cities include: Morrisville, Bahama, Carrboro, Butner, Hillsborough. These cities may have more rental options to explore.