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Griffin Durham Apartments

$1,265 – $3,772/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 507–1,413 sq ft
  • 27 units available
  • Pet friendly
509 N Mangum St, Durham, NC, 27701

As of October 14, 2026, Griffin Durham Apartments in Durham, NC has 27 apartments for rent from $1,265 to $3,772/mo. Studios start at $1,265, one-bedrooms at $1,347, and two-bedrooms at $2,122. The average asking rent has fallen 8.9% since May 4, 2026, from $1,974 to $1,798.


Floor plans

Griffin Durham Apartments has 27 units available across 15 floor plans: 4 studio layouts (507–654 sq ft), 7 one-bedroom layouts (551–929 sq ft), and 4 two-bedroom layouts (893–1,413 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

S2

Studio • 1 Bath • 507 – 509 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,265/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
506$1,265509Nov 10
106$1,354507Nov 14

S1P1

Studio • 1 Bath • 539 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,309/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
104$1,309539Nov 21

S1P5

Studio • 1 Bath • 654 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,357/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
120$1,357654Oct 6

S1M3

Studio • 1 Bath • 613 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,415/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
627$1,415613Nov 29

S1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 551 – 598 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,347/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
405$1,362598Oct 11
621$1,392551Oct 29
415$1,357551Oct 31
503$1,347551Nov 16

A1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 690 – 786 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,361/mo

7 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
618$1,361734Oct 3
214$1,469690Oct 6
322$1,562703Oct 6
529$2,022786Oct 6
519$1,507703Oct 14
329$1,702786Nov 6
424$1,612703Nov 7

A1M5

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 730 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,487/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
416$1,487730Oct 30
616$1,532730Nov 24

A2

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 827 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,590/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
413$1,590827Oct 9

S4

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 720 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,598/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
510$1,598720Oct 6

A1M7

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 699 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,617/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
417$1,617699Oct 16

A2M1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 929 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,892/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
423$1,892929Nov 7

B1

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 1,227 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,122/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
233$2,1221,227Dec 22

B4

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 893 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,369/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
626$3,369893Oct 6

B3M1

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,413 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,421/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
326$3,4211,413Oct 6

B3M3

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,382 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,468/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
201$3,4681,382Oct 3
501$3,7721,382Oct 9

See all 182 units listed at Griffin Durham Apartments, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Griffin Durham Apartments, a studio starts at about $1,672 a month all-in: $1,265 rent, $241 in listed fees, and an estimated $166 for electric and gas, internet, and renters insurance. A one-bedroom starts at about $1,763 and a two-bedroom at about $2,580.

All-in from$1,672/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 Griffin Durham Apartments takes about $45,540 a year for a studio, $48,492 for a one-bedroom, and $76,392 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $1,672 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $73,400 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$1,672/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$73,400/yr

Income to qualify

$45,540/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Griffin Durham Apartments has ranged from $1,757 to $2,554. The current average is $1,798, down $176 (8.9%) from $1,974 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (129 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for Griffin Durham Apartments shows $241.06 a month in fees (parking $75, internet services $60, storage space rental $50, and 5 more) and $750 due at signing (security deposit $250, administrative fee $200, pet fee additional pet $200, and 2 more).

  • Rent

    $1,265 – $3,772/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 3

Monthly fees

Internet Services

$60/mo

Parking

$75/mo

Pest Control Services

$10/mo

Pet Rent

$25/mo

Storage Space Rental

$50/mo

Trash Services - Hauling

$15/mo

Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

$3.75/mo

Utility - Stormwater/Drainage Admin Fee

$2.31/mo

Due at signing

Access Device

$25

Administrative Fee

$200

Application Fee

$75

Pet Fee - Additional Pet

$200

Security Deposit (Refundable)

$250

Amenities

Griffin Durham Apartments is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 17 amenities, including fitness center, pool with lounge area, and patio/balcony.

  • Air Conditioning

  • Community Bike Storage

  • Co-Working Spaces

  • Dishwasher

  • Dog Washing Station

  • Fitness Center

  • Fitness Center With Pelotons And Yoga Space

  • Garage Parking

  • Gated Access

  • Patio/Balcony

  • Pet Friendly

  • Pool With Lounge Area

  • Smoke Free

  • Stylish Clubhouse

  • Swimming Pool

  • Walk-In Closets

  • Washer/Dryer


Amenity photos

  • Pool
    2 photos
  • Game room
    2 photos
  • Lobby
    2 photos

Location

509 N Mangum St, Durham, NC, 27701


Resident reviews

Griffin Durham Apartments has a 4.7 out of 5 rating from resident reviews. Residents rate maintenance (5.0) and location (4.9) highest and building quality (4.3) lowest.

4.7
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.5
Location4.9
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.8
Maintenance5.0
Building Quality4.3
Overall59 reviews

Aura 509 offers a highly positive resident experience centered on exceptional staff warmth, responsive maintenance, modern amenities, and a prime downtown Durham location within walking distance of restaurants and attractions. The property features well-maintained common areas, spacious apartments with quality finishes, and convenient parking. However, recent management transitions have introduced billing and communication issues for some residents, and occasional maintenance concerns have been noted in newer units.

Management and leasing staff are consistently praised for responsiveness, professionalism, and attentiveness during the application and move-in process. Maintenance responds promptly to service requests and resolves issues efficiently. However, recent management transitions have introduced billing errors, communication delays, and reduced community programming that contrast sharply with prior service quality.

Residents consistently praise the property's downtown location as highly walkable with convenient access to restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues. Parking is noted as a significant advantage, with an on-site garage providing easy access. The location strikes a balance between downtown convenience and relative quiet, avoiding excessive noise from major transit corridors. Overall, the location is identified as a primary strength of the property.

Residents consistently praise the well-maintained amenities, including a fitness center, pool, lounge, and rooftop terrace, along with secure parking and in-unit laundry. Staff responsiveness and professionalism are highlighted across reviews, with maintenance issues typically resolved quickly. The walkable downtown location and strong sense of community through regular events are major draws, though one resident noted the pool size is modest and another mentioned minor building maintenance concerns and undisclosed fees.

Maintenance staff consistently demonstrate responsiveness and professionalism, with residents reporting next-day service and prompt resolution of work requests. The maintenance team is noted for attention to detail, follow-through on repairs, and collaborative communication with residents throughout service interactions. Staff across the property maintain a warm, professional demeanor that contributes to overall resident satisfaction with building upkeep and service quality.

The building features well-maintained common areas and amenities with responsive maintenance and management staff. However, some residents report construction-related issues in units, including plumbing fixtures and window operation problems. Elevator availability can be limited during move-ins, and building systems like heating controls on dryers have constraints.

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

Griffin Durham Apartments is very walkable and somewhat bikeable, and transit is limited.

Walking
Very walkable
Grade A
Transit
Limited
Grade D
Biking
Somewhat bikeable
Grade D+

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Griffin Durham Apartments was good on 184 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in July (average AQI 60, moderate). Daily highs averaged 89°F in June, the warmest month, and lows averaged 30°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

184 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 47

Temperature

89° / 30°

average June high / January low

: 91° high, 61° 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
April76°F53°F52 (moderate)14 of 30
May78°F57°F48 (good)19 of 31
June89°F68°F53 (moderate)11 of 30
July89°F71°F60 (moderate)4 of 31
August89°F71°F53 (moderate)10 of 31
September85°F66°F48 (good)17 of 30
October71°F52°F42 (good)23 of 31
November63°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

Griffin Durham Apartments is a 182-unit building in Durham, NC.

Farmer’s markets and city living; warm wood and sleek details; a quiet retreat and an energized neighborhood. As they say, opposites attract. When seemingly different elements come together in just the right way, the result is something truly unique. At Griffin Durham, we’ve combined the best of Durham living into one amazing experience—capturing the charm, convenience, and character people love about Durham, NC apartments. Here, residents can enjoy the balance of vibrant urban energy and comforting residential calm, all in a community designed to feel distinctly and authentically Durham.

  • Building

    Apartment · Mid-Rise
  • Total units

    182

Nearby schools

The closest school to Griffin Durham Apartments is Operation Breakthrough Head Start, a private preschool 0.1 miles away. The closest public school is Durham School Of The Arts, 0.6 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Operation Breakthrough Head Start

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.1 mi

Scarborough Nursery 1

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.2 mi

First Presbyterian Day Care

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.3 mi

Empowered Minds Academy

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.3 mi

Central Park School for Children

Charter · Middle
CharterMiddle0.5 mi

Durham Nativity School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.6 mi

Durham School Of The Arts

Public · High
PublicHigh0.6 mi

Duke Memorial Weekday School

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.7 mi

New Horizons Academy Of Excellence

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.7 mi

Leathers Meachem Head Start

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.8 mi

Contact & management

Griffin Durham Apartments is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 984 208 5667.


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