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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.

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!

Luxurious Modernist Tree House
Stunning, private, and truly one-of-a-kind—this unique home is perfect for a vacation, staycation, special occasion, or simply celebrating everyday life. Designed by renowned modernist architect Frank Harmon. The 2,128-square-foot residence sits on 1.3 acres and was crafted with meticulous attention to detail. Inside, you’ll feel nestled among the treetops while remaining conveniently close to restaurants, shopping, downtown Raleigh, WakeMed, UNC, Duke, and Research Triangle Park.

3BR Durham Haven: Perfect for Visiting Duke & DTWN
Welcome to Honeysuckle House, a gem nestled in Trinity Park, embodying Durham's unique charm. This cozy 3BR home, minutes from Downtown, Duke University, and Duke Med, offers a serene retreat. Infused with local aesthetics, it's your private sanctuary. Enjoy a fully-equipped space, designed for comfort and convenience. Ideal for families, groups, or business travelers, our home ensures a memorable Durham experience. Embrace the warmth of Honeysuckle House, your home away from home.

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.

Amazing Gem w/ Balcony in Downtown Durham!
Our Downtown Gem, your home away from home! A stone's throw from great cuisine & Durham's finest entertainment venues. This high-end two-story home is filled with modern amenities and everything your family needs. It is located in a historic area of Durham Downtown and is minutes from DPAC, Duke, bars, and local resturants. Come join us and explore this beautiful city.

The Angier House | Modern Smart Home | 4Car Garage
Urban-modern near downtown living. Newly built and furnished 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath and features 2 owner suites, on first level and second level of the home. The house has a strong presence with minimal styling to create for a nice vibe and good times. Meticulous attention to detail everywhere you look from the chef-inspired kitchen to the two spacious en suite bathrooms.
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ602 | ﺩ.ﺇ566 | ﺩ.ﺇ599 | ﺩ.ﺇ613 | ﺩ.ﺇ896 | ﺩ.ﺇ566 | ﺩ.ﺇ580 | ﺩ.ﺇ485 | ﺩ.ﺇ613 | ﺩ.ﺇ624 | ﺩ.ﺇ676 | ﺩ.ﺇ624 |
| 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 |
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Explore 30 vacation rentals in Downtown Durham

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Downtown Durham vacation rentals start at ﺩ.ﺇ220 per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
20 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly vacation rentals
Find 10 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace

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




