University Hill Apartments
3806 University Dr,
Durham, NC 27707
$1,770 - $3,875
Studio - 3 Beds
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC
North Carolina Central University - Durham, NC Area Guide
This historic institution continues to break new ground in science as well as the arts
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Established in 1909, North Carolina Central University is a major contributor to the region’s academic community and one of the top-rated Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the nation. NCCU is highly regarded for aspects as diverse as its biotechnology research capabilities, its School of Law, and its art museum. The university’s Jazz Studies program is a major player in Durham’s cultural scene, organizing free concerts and workshops for the community. The neighborhoods surrounding the NCCU campus are filled with apartments, houses, and condos available to fit any budget, many of which are within easy walking distance of both the university and Downtown. Downtown Durham is only a few blocks up Roxboro Street, giving you easy access to the city’s best dining, entertainment, and nightlife anytime. The larger community of Raleigh is just a short drive down Interstate 40, opening the door to one of the South’s most vibrant and exciting cities.
Rent Trends
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.
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Studio
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513 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,315/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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737 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,386/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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1,059 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,619/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,331 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,941/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly North Carolina Central University - Durham, NC (University) is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
Daily Essentials
North Carolina Central University - Durham, NC (University) offers all daily essentials, but they’re limited to a few main areas.
Supermarket Within a 15 Minute Walk
Groceries
60
/ 100
Fair Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
40
/ 100
Fair Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
50
/ 100
Limited Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
30
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in North Carolina Central University - Durham, NC (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Mostly Calm Atmosphere
Vibrancy
30
/ 100
Limited Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
30
/ 100
Not Noisy
Quiet Score
100
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
663 Students
Public
Grades K-5
387 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,361 Students
Public
Grades K-8
643 Students
Public
Grades K-8
616 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
763 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
643 Students
J D Clement Early College High School
Public
Grades 9-12
395 Students
Middle College High School @ Dtcc
Public
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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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Duke Gardens
- North Carolina Museum of Life and Science
- Duke Lemur Center
- Piedmont Wildlife Center
- The Mountains to the Sea Trail
Military Bases
Airports
- Raleigh-Durham International
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† 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.
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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 February 2026.
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