American Village

Durham, NC

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American Village - Durham, NC

Area Guide

A village on the edge of a forest

Wooded • Secluded • Commutes • Outdoors • Urban • Downtown •

Bordered by Duke Forest on its western and southern side, American Village residents are able to enjoy the forest's walking trails and wildlife just steps from their homes. American Village is adjacent to Duke University and Duke University Hospital, making this a great choice for students, professors, and staff of the university. With its established homes along tree-lined, hilly streets, American Village is also a great option for commuters into Downtown Durham, just four miles southeast; to Research Triangle Park, just 20 minutes away; and to Chapel Hill, also roughly 20 minutes away.

American Village Park sits on the west side of the neighborhood. This four-acre, neighborhood park is ideal for afternoon picnics. It also offers a playground and a walking path. While American Village is a residential neighborhood, you'll enjoy easy access to nearby shops and restaurants if you choose an apartment here -- a large shopping plaza is located just outside of the neighborhood: just follow Neal Road to Hillsborough Road. Residents can also travel four miles on I-85 to shop at the popular Northgate Mall.

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Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in American Village is $831 for a studio, $992 for one bedroom, $1,327 for two bedrooms, and $1,510 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in American Village has decreased by -6.3% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 394 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $831/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 667 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $992/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 981 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,327/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,640 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,510/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

41

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

22

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

39

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Points of Interest

Shopping Centers

Parks and Recreation

  • Duke Lemur Center
  • Duke Gardens
  • North Carolina Museum of Life and Science
  • The Mountains to the Sea Trail
  • Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area

Commuter Rail

Military Bases

Airports

  • Raleigh-Durham International

Colleges

Top Apartments in American Village

ReNew West Durham

ReNew West Durham

700 Morreene Rd,
Durham, NC 27705

$1,009 - $1,949

1-2 Beds

The Forest

The Forest

800 White Pine Dr,
Durham, NC 27705

$820 - $1,925

Studio - 2 Beds

MAA Duke Forest

MAA Duke Forest

910 Constitution Dr,
Durham, NC 27705

$1,273 - $2,878

1-2 Beds

319 Wildberry Ln

319 Wildberry Ln

319 Wildberry Ln,
Durham, NC 27705

$2,400

2 Beds

16 Sunrise Pl

16 Sunrise Pl

16 Sunrise Pl,
Durham, NC 27705

$2,435

3 Beds

Room in Townhome on Pilatus Dr

Room in Townhome on Pilatus Dr

13 Pilatus Dr,
Durham, NC 27705

$700

1 Bed

117 Forest Oaks Dr

117 Forest Oaks Dr

117 Forest Oaks Dr,
Durham, NC 27705

$1,800

2 Beds

42 Pocono Dr

42 Pocono Dr

42 Pocono Dr,
Durham, NC 27705

$1,750

2 Beds

2214 Conestoga Dr

2214 Conestoga Dr

2214 Conestoga Dr,
Durham, NC 27705

$1,900

Studio

Houses for Rent in American Village

16 Sunrise Pl

16 Sunrise Pl,
Durham, NC 27705

$2,435

3 Beds | 2 Baths

74 Pocono Dr

74 Pocono Dr,
Durham, NC 27705

$2,080

3 Beds | 2.5 Baths

2b Carson Cir

2b Carson Cir,
Durham, NC 27705

$1,745

3 Beds | 2.5 Baths

9 Ratcale Ln

9 Ratcale Ln,
Durham, NC 27705

$1,999

3 Beds | 2 Baths

7 Ratcale Ln

7 Ratcale Ln,
Durham, NC 27705

$1,599

2 Beds | 1 Bath

3401 W Wyndham Ln

3401 W Wyndham Ln,
Durham, NC 27705

$2,175

3 Beds | 2.5 Baths

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Living in American Village

Restaurants

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For fresh-baked goods, head to Monuts. This quirky bakery specializes in delicious donuts and build-your-own sandwiches on your choice of fresh breads. At the French bistro, Vin Rouge, you can enjoy a fine-dining experience and sample decadent dishes such as duck confit and trout amandine. Ask your server for suggestions on the best wine pairings for your meal.

Head to Durham Performing Arts Center for great seats to concerts, stand-up comedy performances, and Broadway shows. To enjoy the best local bands in an intimate setting, head to the Pinhook and Motorco Music Hall. Both of these smaller venues host nightly events.

Cost

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The cost of living in American Village runs on par with the rest of the city and right on track with national averages. Traveling to the center of downtown costs $2 by bus, or you can ride your bike on the pedestrian friendly streets for free. Renting a one-bedroom apartment costs about $788 per month, and a domestic beer costs $4 at most local restaurants. Gas prices in this area trend slightly lower than the rest of the city, which is usually in sync with national averages.

Shopping

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For a unique shopping experience, visit Brightleaf Square, which used to be a tobacco factory. The Vert & Vogue specialty boutique offers the latest in trendy and stylish handmade clothing for men and women. If you want to support your local farmers and sample some tasty food truck cuisine, stop by the Durham Farmers Market in central Durham on Saturdays for a great selection. The market is open on Saturdays from 8 in the morning until noon, and from 3:30 to 6:30 on Wednesday evenings.

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.