Icon Downtown Durham is an updated historic apartment community located within walking distance of Duke University and Downtown Durham! We offer a variety of upgraded apartments, some still retain their original charm with real hardwood/parquet floors, large windows and 9' ceilings. Many of our floor plans include washers, dryers and dishwashers! For years we've been the preferred choice for Duke affiliates due to our location, price and range of floorplan options. Best of all, you don't necessarily need a car as we are on the University transit line.
Our community features many amenities including a pool, dog park, fitness center, gazebos, grills, picnic tables, upgraded units, laundry facility, 24 hour emergency maintenance and management onsite.
Special offer
Icon Downtown Durham
1500 Duke University Rd, Durham, NC 27701
*Waived Admin Fee if the holding fee is paid within 48 hours of approval.
*Special applies to 12-month leases only & if moved in by 9/30/2026.
Expires August 28, 2026
Apartment building
Studio-2 beds
Pet-friendly
Parking lot
Air conditioning (central)
Available units
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Unit , sortable column | Sqft, sortable column | Available, sortable column | Base rent, sorted ascending | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 A1 Studio Studio, 1 ba | 400 | Now | $875+ | |
 A2 1 bd, 1 ba | 415 | Now | $900+ | |
 A3 1 bd, 1 ba | 415 | Now | $900+ | |
 A4 1 bd, 1 ba | 497 | Now | $950+ | |
 A5 1 bd, 1 ba | 498 | Now | $975+ | |
 A8 1 bd, 1 ba | 618 | Now | $1,000+ | |
 A6 1 bd, 1 ba | 529 | Now | $1,175+ | |
 A7 1 bd, 1 ba | 529 | Now | $1,200+ | |
 A11 1 bd, 1 ba | 655 | Now | $1,225+ | |
 A9 1 bd, 1 ba | 655 | Now | $1,225+ | |
 A10 1 bd, 1 ba | 655 | Now | $1,225+ | |
 B1 2 bd, 1 ba | 760 | Now | $1,275+ | |
 B2 2 bd, 1 ba | 784 | Now | $1,300+ | |
 B4 2 bd, 1 ba | 900 | Now | $1,300+ | |
 B6 2 bd, 1 ba | 1,200 | Now | $1,325+ | |
What's special
Spanish spoken here
Some of the staff speak Spanish
This building features Spanish speaking staff. Less than 3% of buildings in Durham offer this.
Picnic tablesDog parkLarge windows
Facts, features & policies
Building Amenities
Accessibility
- Disabled Access
Community Rooms
- Fitness Center
Other
- Laundry: Hookups
- Swimming Pool
Outdoor common areas
- Barbecue
- Gazebo
- Lawn
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Security
- Controlled Access
Services & facilities
- 24 Hour Maintenance
- Bicycle Storage
- On-site Management
- Online Maintenance Portal
- Online Rent Payment
- Package Service
- Pet Park
- Spanish Speaking Staff
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- Park
Unit Features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Microwave Oven
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer/dryer Hookups
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan
- Central Air Conditioning
- Wall Mounted Air Conditioning
- Window Mounted Air Conditioning
Flooring
- Carpet
- Hardwood
- Vinyl
Heating
- Electric
- Gas
Policies
Parking
- Parking Lot
Lease terms
- Less than 1 year
- One year
- Six months
Utilities included in rent
- Gas
- Water
Pet essentials
- DogsAllowedSmall and large OK
- CatsAllowed
Pet amenities
Pet Park
Special Features
- Bus Line
- Walking Distance To Duke
Neighborhood: Burch Avenue
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Walk, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score®
/ 100
Very WalkableTransit Score®
/ 100
Good TransitBike Score®
/ 100
Very BikeableNearby schools in Durham
Lakewood Elementary
Grades PK-5 • 1.3 miles3/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
2/10Student Progress Rating
4/10Lakewood Montessori Middle School
Grades 6-8 • 1 miles10/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10Student Progress Rating
10/10Charles E Jordan Sr High School
Grades 9-12 • 5.6 miles4/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
5/10College Readiness Rating
5/10Student Progress Rating
2/10Nearby apartments for rent
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of Icon Downtown Durham?
Icon Downtown Durham has a walk score of 71, it's very walkable.
What is the transit score of Icon Downtown Durham?
Icon Downtown Durham has a transit score of 66, it has good transit.
What schools are assigned to Icon Downtown Durham?
The schools assigned to Icon Downtown Durham include Lakewood Elementary, Lakewood Montessori Middle School, and Charles E Jordan Sr High School.
Does Icon Downtown Durham have in-unit laundry?
Icon Downtown Durham has washer/dryer hookups available.
What neighborhood is Icon Downtown Durham in?
Icon Downtown Durham is in the Burch Avenue neighborhood in Durham, NC.
