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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 July 2026, the average apartment rent in Durham, NC is $1,306 for a studio, $1,412 for one bedroom, $1,617 for two bedrooms, and $1,982 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Durham has increased by 1.3% in the past year.
Studio
513 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,306/month
Average Rent
1 BR
733 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,412/month
Average Rent
2 BR
1,053 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,617/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,304 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,982/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
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Good Public Transit
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Exceptionally Drivable
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Moderately Bikeable
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Duke University - Durham, NC (University) offers all daily essentials, but they’re limited to a few main areas.
Supermarket Within a 15 Minute Walk
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Good Restaurant Variety Nearby
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Good Café Variety Nearby
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Fair Variety of Shops Nearby
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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
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Good Nightlife Variety Nearby
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Public
Grades PK-5
663 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
448 Students
Public
Grades K-5
387 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,361 Students
Public
Grades K-8
643 Students
Lakewood Montessori Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
306 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
303 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,705 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,361 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
869 Students
J D Clement Early College High School
Public
Grades 9-12
395 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
291 Students
Middle College High School @ Dtcc
Public
Grades 9-12
106 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
582 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
1,705 Students
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