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Cottages at Brightleaf

$1,660 – $2,700/mo

  • 1–3 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 753–1,398 sq ft
  • 9 units available
  • Pet friendly
2421 Sanders Ave, Durham, NC, 27703

As of October 14, 2026, Cottages at Brightleaf in Durham, NC has 9 apartments for rent from $1,660 to $2,700/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,660, two-bedrooms at $2,170, and three-bedrooms at $2,545. The average asking rent has fallen 7.3% since March 25, 2026, from $2,140 to $1,983.


Floor plans

Cottages at Brightleaf has 9 units available across 3 floor plans: a one-bedroom layout (753 sq ft), a two-bedroom layout (1,143 sq ft), and a three-bedroom layout (1,398 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

CA1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 753 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,660/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
165$1,730753Sep 19
131$1,680753Oct 13
120$1,660753Nov 21
156$1,720753Nov 28
194$1,680753Dec 8

CB1

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,143 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,170/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
147$2,1701,143Oct 20

CC1

3 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,398 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,545/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
191$2,5451,398Jun 18
145$2,7001,398Jul 31
152$2,6701,398Oct 30

See all 99 units listed at Cottages at Brightleaf, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Cottages at Brightleaf, a one-bedroom starts at about $2,704 a month all-in: $1,660 rent, $869 in listed fees, and an estimated $175 for electric and gas, internet, and renters insurance. A two-bedroom starts at about $3,256 and a three-bedroom at about $3,688.

All-in from$2,704/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Cottages at Brightleaf takes about $59,760 a year for a one-bedroom, $78,120 for a two-bedroom, and $91,620 for a three-bedroom. Keeping the $2,704 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $127,100 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,704/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$127,100/yr

Income to qualify

$59,760/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Cottages at Brightleaf has ranged from $1,892 to $2,411. The current average is $1,983, down $157 (7.3%) from $2,140 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (165 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for Cottages at Brightleaf shows $868.75 a month in fees (month-to-month fee $750, internet services $65, pet rent $25, and 3 more) and $1,425 due at signing (security deposit $500, pet fee $400, administrative fee $250, and 2 more).

  • Rent

    $1,660 – $2,700/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Jun 18

Monthly fees

Internet Services

$65/mo

Month-to-Month Fee

$750/mo

Pest Control Services

$5/mo

Pet Rent

$25/mo

Trash Services - Doorstep

$20/mo

Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

$3.75/mo

Due at signing

Administrative Fee

$250

Application Fee

$75

Pet Fee

$400

Pet Fee - Additional Pet

$200

Security Deposit (Refundable)

$500

Amenities

Cottages at Brightleaf is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 17 amenities, including expansive pool deck with lounge, patio/balcony, and dishwasher.

  • Air Conditioning

  • Bark Park

  • Disc Golf Course

  • Dishwasher

  • Eco-Friendly

  • Ev Charging Stations

  • Expansive Pool Deck With Lounge

  • Garage Parking

  • Outdoor Grilling Area With Shaded Seating

  • Patio/Balcony

  • Pet Friendly

  • Resort Style Pool

  • Smoke Free

  • Swimming Pool

  • Valet Trash Service

  • Walk-In Closets

  • Washer/Dryer


Location

2421 Sanders Ave, Durham, NC, 27703


Resident reviews

Cottages at Brightleaf has a 4.7 out of 5 rating from resident reviews. Residents rate maintenance (5.0) and management (4.1) highest and amenities and shared spaces (1.5) lowest.

4.7
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.1
Location1.5
Amenities and Shared Spaces1.5
Maintenance5.0
Overall8 reviews

Residents consistently praise the property's unique design, community feel, and staff responsiveness, particularly during move-in and maintenance requests. However, concerns about pricing relative to amenities and location walkability have been noted. Most residents report positive experiences with leasing and maintenance teams, though communication consistency and staff experience levels vary.

Management and leasing staff are generally responsive and helpful, with positive feedback on communication during the application and move-in process. Most residents report efficient maintenance response times and proactive service. One resident noted communication delays during a recent management transition, suggesting room for improvement in consistency.

The property requires a car for most errands and activities, with limited walkable access to nearby stores or amenities. Residents note that rent is high relative to the location convenience and available amenities, particularly given the lack of on-site fitness center access. Management communication during move-in and ongoing operations could be improved.

This property offers a nice community environment but has notable limitations for amenities and convenience. Residents report limited access to fitness facilities and lack of walkable nearby destinations, requiring a car for most errands. Move-in processes and management communication have been areas of concern, and rent pricing is perceived as high relative to available amenities and services.

Maintenance staff demonstrated responsive and efficient service, with work orders completed quickly and follow-through on identified issues. The property maintenance team showed initiative in addressing additional concerns beyond the original request, contributing to a positive resident experience.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Cottages at Brightleaf is car-dependent and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Car-dependent
Grade F
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Cottages at Brightleaf was good on 184 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in July (average AQI 60, moderate). Daily highs averaged 90°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 30°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

184 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 46

Temperature

90° / 30°

average July high / January low

: 90° high, 62° low

Pollen

Moderate

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: moderate

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January49°F30°F48 (good)14 of 31
February51°F33°F56 (moderate)10 of 28
March70°F46°F49 (good)17 of 31
April77°F53°F52 (moderate)14 of 30
May78°F57°F48 (good)19 of 31
June89°F68°F53 (moderate)11 of 30
July90°F71°F60 (moderate)4 of 31
August89°F71°F53 (moderate)10 of 31
September86°F66°F48 (good)17 of 30
October72°F53°F42 (good)23 of 31
November64°F43°F40 (good)25 of 30
December51°F33°F45 (good)20 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Cottages at Brightleaf is a 99-unit building in Durham, NC.

Say goodbye to ordinary living when you rent a brand-new one, two or three bedroom cottage from Cottages at Brightleaf in Durham, NC. You can embrace life in a bright and open layout with beautiful finishes around each corner in our lovely cottages. Smart home features and full-size washer and dryer sets make it easy to manage your routine, giving you more time to host gatherings in your gourmet kitchen or unwind in your enclosed yard and patio. Each home also boasts spacious bedrooms with oversized walk-in closets.

  • Building

    Apartment · Single Family Home
  • Total units

    99

Nearby schools

The closest school to Cottages at Brightleaf is Bethesda Christian Academy, a private middle school 0.8 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Bethesda Christian Academy

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.8 mi

Bethesda Child Care Center #1

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

Deborah's Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

La Petite Academy #7479

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.1 mi

Research Triangle Charter

Charter · Middle
CharterMiddle1.5 mi

Kids R Kids Of Rtp

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.7 mi

Calvary Child Care Mnstry

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.2 mi

Bert's Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.9 mi

Bright & Beautiful Begin Dc

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.9 mi

First Steps Child Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.9 mi

Contact & management

Cottages at Brightleaf is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 919-659-8083.


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