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Luxe Modern Retreat *Entire Duplex/ Both Units!*
This stylish modern retreat is sure to become your new favorite getaway. You’ll enjoy access to the ENTIRE DUPLEX (both units!), perfect for traveling with friends, family, or colleagues. Each of the 2 units boasts its own beautiful living room and kitchen, plus 2 bedrooms & 1 bathroom per side. Gather together on the inviting front porch, or enjoy dinner alfresco on the sunny back patio. Ideally situated just 1 mile from the heart of Durham, you’ll enjoy all the best the Bull City has to offer!

Mirabelle- 3bd Downtown/Duke/RTP/No Cleaning Fees
Step into the comfort of this stylish, newly renovated 3- bedroom, 1- bath bungalow! CENTRALLY LOCATED & NEAR ALL MAJOR HIGHWAYS, Mirabelle is just minutes from downtown Durham, Duke University & RTP. No matter what brings you to Durham, Mirabelle has the perfect location & convenient amenities you’re looking for! * 5 min from downtown Durham * 10 min from Duke University & Duke Hospital * 10 min from RTP * 15 min from RDU airport * 10 min from Durham bulls and DPAC * 15 min from UNC hospital

Modernist Masterpiece: 'Simply the Best'
Welcome to Hazel Modernist 6 - designed and built by Alicia Hylton-Daniel, with her "sister," Modernist 5, next door. Centrally located downtown, this gorgeous escape is truly livable. Fully equipped chefs kitchen opens into the large living & dining space, with Frame TV and fireplace. 3BR & private back deck offer plenty of space together or alone. Each home by Alicia is infused with creative and new design concepts. This glamorous home celebrates the essence of Tina Turner, Simply the Best.

Artist-Designed Cabin Near Duke & Downtown
Relax and recharge in a modern, artist-designed passive solar home tucked into the woods just minutes from downtown Durham and Duke University. This cabin-style retreat blends nature, comfort, and convenience — ideal for weekend getaways, visiting Duke, or extended stays. Inside you’ll find original artwork, abundant natural light, and a professionally equipped kitchen. Outside, enjoy birdsong and mature trees while staying close to Durham’s restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, and shopping.

The Bird's Nest
This newly renovated lower level apartment is nestled in the peaceful Forest Hills neighborhood. Our space is in an ideal location to enjoy all that Durham has to offer and comes complete with everything you'll need to feel at home. Minutes from excellent restaurants, outdoor fun, and cultural entertainment. Enjoy an evening at DPAC, a Durham Bulls baseball game, an energizing game of tennis at Forest Hills park, or a relaxing stroll through Duke Gardens. All just minutes from our doorstep.

*Rooftop Patio Oasis*House Near DT, Duke, RTP
Enjoy this wonderful Rooftop Oasis less than a mile to downtown, 2 miles from Duke University -conveniently close to all Durham has to offer. The Historic Tobacco Trail is literally in the back yard! Take a short walk to a Durham Bulls game or one of the many great picks for good eats in the city. You are truly on "Cloud Durham" when relaxing in good company on the rooftop deck. Take a meal to the outdoor dining table or converse on the sofa under the sky in the daylight or the deck light!

Clean Quiet Medical&Work Stay, Fenced Yard, Pets
Welcome to a spotlessly clean, quiet, and comfortable home in downtown Durham, thoughtfully set up for medical stays, longer work visits, and guests traveling with pets. Many guests choose this home while visiting Duke University Hospital, the VA Hospital, or Duke University, and appreciate having a calm place that feels easy to live in during what can be stressful or busy times. This is not a party house —it’s a peaceful, practical space designed to help you rest, reset, and settle in.

Rustic Historic Home~Short Walk to Downtown Durham
This historic home is only minutes from downtown Durham. It sits in one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in old Durham. It’s tree lined sidewalks can take you to parks, running paths and to one of the most vibrant downtowns in North Carolina . We are happy to offer you this 4 bedroom with 2 full bathrooms home with a well stocked kitchen with most everything you made need for making those epic dinners. Our large porch is a perfect place to hang out true to the southern style of leisure.

Downtown Luxury/King Beds/ Walk Everywhere
Enjoy this luxury bungalow perfectly located in Downtown Durham. Walk to the best that Durham offers! Immaculately furnished throughout. King beds with two en suite full bathrooms. Wake up and walk to CocoCinnamon to enjoy a delicious morning cup of coffee. Later in the day, Motorco, Full Steam Brewery, The Farmers Market, Central Park, Saltbox Seafood Shack, and downtown restaurants galore await you to enjoy. DPAC and the Durham Bulls will be unforgettable nights out. Perfect location!

LUXE Home 4 Mins Duke/DPAC | King Beds, BBQ, Pool
Make unforgettable memories in this spacious, beautifully designed home for you + 9 guests! Perfect for family gatherings, sporting events, & special occasions. Located in heart of Downtown Durham, just 4 mins from Duke, Bulls stadium, DPAC, & Tobacco Trail. Cozy up around the fire pit, enjoy a BBQ, or relax w/fresh popcorn & vinyl records. Retire in luxurious beds + sheets & head to the gourmet coffee bar in the AM. Free access to nearby gym w/pool. 4 air mattresses and EV charger avail.

Reclaimed Beauty in Downtown's Cleveland-Holloway
Stay in a renovated, simplified Queen Anne-style home from 1915, located on the edge of Durham's Cleveland Holloway neighborhood with easy access to downtown's farmers market, restaurants, and bars. A portion of your stay goes to Airbnb.org to support hosting refugees. Relax in a spacious kitchen with Little Waves coffee, high ceilings, a beautiful live edge slab table, and a luxurious clawfoot tub shower. Please note, there is only one bathroom located in the master bedroom.

Cottage with Yard, Mins to Duke
Relax in our sunny 2-bedroom cottage on a lovely corner lot! Perfect for families or remote workers, this home comfortably fits 4-6 guests. Enjoy a private, fenced backyard with a deck, grill, and firepit. Inside, find a dedicated workspace, cozy fireplace, and smart TV. Located in a walkable, family-friendly neighborhood just blocks from Northgate Park. Features include reliable WiFi, a full kitchen, and amenities for children. Your perfect home away from home awaits!
Popular amenities for house rentals in Downtown Durham
House rentals with a pool

Cozy 2-bed, 2.5 bath near UNC

1 story Ranch in South Durham/RTP/UNC/Duke/ RDU

Peaceful, townhome in Hope Valley Farms

Adorable Bungalow, Minutes from Downtown Durham

Stylish Downtown Durham Home

3bd Lake pool access near Duke UNC Southpoint

Cottage & Pool, Steps to Historic Downtown

Designer home close to RDU and downtown, sleeps 12
Weekly house rentals

Cozy Durham Getaway near Downtown

Charming Trinity Park Garden Home Walkable to Duke

2BR Durham/West End House with Spare Room

BW Express Back Unit near Duke/UNC/Downtown/NCCU

Spacious. Stylish. Very Clean. 3 Bdrm, Pet Maybe

“Crash” - 1.5 br/1 ba three blocks from Duke

Cozy Home in Downtown Durham.

Stunning 3BR Patio Fireplace:Downtown, Duke, NCCU
Private house rentals

Cozy Bungalow 5 Mins to Downtown

Spacious 4BD | Sleeps 10 | Movie Night & BBQ

Modern - Downtown, RTP, RDU, Duke, DPAC, Hospitals

Private Wooded Retreat in the Center of Town

HistoricallyHip on Hale/Walkable, 3 min to Duke

Bright Tree Retreat

Charming 2BR bungalow near Duke/downtown

Luxury Conjoined Downtown Home- 5 min walk to DT
When is the best time to visit Downtown Durham?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $209 SGD | $197 SGD | $208 SGD | $213 SGD | $312 SGD | $197 SGD | $202 SGD | $169 SGD | $213 SGD | $217 SGD | $235 SGD | $217 SGD |
| Avg. temp | 5°C | 7°C | 11°C | 16°C | 20°C | 25°C | 27°C | 26°C | 23°C | 17°C | 11°C | 7°C |
Quick stats about house rentals in Downtown Durham

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Explore 30 holiday rentals in Downtown Durham

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Downtown Durham holiday rentals start at $77 SGD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
20 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly holiday rentals
Find 10 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
20 of Downtown Durham holiday rentals include wifi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Downtown Durham rentals

4.9 Average rating
Downtown Durham stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!

Nearby attractions
Downtown Durham’s top spots include American Tobacco Campus, Durham Bulls Athletic Park and Carolina Theatre
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- Duke University
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- PNC Arena
- Raven Rock State Park
- Durham Bulls Athletic Park
- American Tobacco Campus
- North Carolina Museum of Art
- Eno River State Park
- North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
- Lake Johnson Park
- North Carolina State University
- Frankie's Fun Park
- Sarah P. Duke Gardens
- North Carolina Museum of History
- Carolina Theatre
- William B. Umstead State Park
- Raleigh Convention Center
- Durham Farmers' Market
- Elon University
- Crabtree Valley Mall
- Museum of Life and Science
- International Civil Rights Center & Museum
- Virginia International Raceway
- Duke Chapel




