One of the nation's most prestigious universities and considered one of the best universities in the world, Duke University's graduates are some of the world's most sought after. This private university was established in 1838 and was moved to Durham in 1892. Duke sits on 8,691 acres and is filled with historic Gothic architecture. Duke Forest covers more than 7,000 acres of the campus. With one of the highest number of Fulbright and Rhodes scholars in the nation, Duke is considered "most selective" and is one of the most difficult colleges to get into. As part of the Research Triangle, Durham benefits from having so many Duke graduates. The fast-growing city is home to Research Triangle Park, one of the world's largest research parks. The park contains more than 200 companies and employs more than 50,000. It is home to IBM, GlaxoSmithKline, and Cisco Systems. The Blue Devils participate in NCAA Division I as part of the Atlantic Coast Conference. Impressive both in the classroom and on the field, the Blue Devils have won more than 16 NCAA national championships. Cheer on the Blue Devils at Wallace Wade Stadium and the basketball team at Cameron Indoor Stadium.
The Duke University Medical Center
Duke's iconic chapel was built in 1932
Perkins Library is one of the largest private university libraries in the country
The Duke Lemur Center is the largest of its kind in the world
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Durham, NC is $1,315 for a studio, $1,386 for one bedroom, $1,619 for two bedrooms, and $1,941 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Durham has decreased by -2.4% in the past year.
Studio
513 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,315/month
Average Rent
1 BR
737 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,386/month
Average Rent
2 BR
1,059 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,619/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,331 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,941/month
Average Rent
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Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Duke University - Durham, NC (University) is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
Good Public Transit
Transit
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
Essentials are more spread out in Duke University - Durham, NC (University), so everyday errands require more planning.
No Supermarkets Within a 30 Minute Walk
Groceries
Fair Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
Limited Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
Limited Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in Duke University - Durham, NC (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Vibrant Atmosphere at Times
Vibrancy
Limited Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
Moderately Noisy
Quiet Score
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Grades PK-5
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Grades 6-12
1,705 Students
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Grades K-12
1,361 Students
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Grades 6-8
763 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
643 Students
J D Clement Early College High School
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395 Students
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Grades 9-12
106 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
349 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
251 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,705 Students
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