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Rippling Stream Townhomes

$1,096 – $1,650/mo

  • 2–3 bedrooms
  • 1.5–2.5 baths
  • 990–1,310 sq ft
  • 11 units available
  • Pet friendly
200 Seven Oaks Rd, Durham, NC, 27704

As of October 13, 2026, Rippling Stream Townhomes in Durham, NC has 11 apartments for rent from $1,096 to $1,650/mo. Two-bedrooms start at $1,096 and three-bedrooms at $1,465. The average asking rent has risen 8% since June 13, 2026, from $1,317 to $1,422.

Floor plans

3 floor plans · 11 available units · Prices checked October 13, 2026

2x1.5

2 Bedrooms • 1.5 Baths • 990 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,096/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
22-H$1,146990Oct 4
17-D$1,271990Oct 9
1-D$1,096990Oct 31
11-C$1,396990Dec 1
26-L$1,341990Jan 15

3x1.5

3 Bedrooms • 1.5 Baths • 1,106 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,465/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
20-J$1,4651,106Oct 4

3x2.5

3 Bedrooms • 2.5 Baths • 1,310 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,485/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
7-B$1,6001,310Oct 3
D$1,4851,310Oct 4
5-B$1,6001,310Oct 4
23-I$1,6201,310Oct 4
18-N$1,6501,310Oct 4

See all 43 units listed at Rippling Stream Townhomes, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Rippling Stream Townhomes has ranged from $1,075 to $1,452. The current average is $1,422, up $105 (8%) from $1,317 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (111 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$1,418$1,085 – $1,6509
Sep 2026$1,348$1,044 – $1,62912
Aug 2026$1,345$0 – $1,70713
Jul 2026$1,327$1,030 – $1,70813
Jun 2026$1,328$1,030 – $1,70813

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $1,096 – $1,650/mo
  • Security deposit

    $400
  • Move-in special

    First Month Free; First Month Free
  • Earliest move-in

    Jan 15

Due at signing

Security Deposit

$400

Cost to rent here

The all-in monthly cost by apartment size, and how the rent compares across the Durham area.

Lowest-priced apartment: 2x1.5 at $1,096

$1,395/mo

$299/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $1,096

  • Electric, gas, water

    est.

    $214

  • Internet

    est.

    $71

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $14

  • All-in monthly

    $1,395

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
2 bedrooms$1,096$1,395$39,456/yr
3 bedrooms$1,465$1,855$52,740/yr

Landlords commonly look for a monthly income of three times the rent, about $39,456 a year for the $1,096 two-bedroom. The median renter household in Durham earns $57,602 a year.

Compared with the Durham area

The median two-bedroom at Rippling Stream Townhomes asks $1,271 a month, about the same as the Durham area's typical two-bedroom asking rent of $1,329. Typical asking rents across the area are down 0.8% from a year earlier.

SizeMedian asking rent hereDurham-area asking rentDurham rent paid
2 bedrooms$1,271$1,329$1,524
3 bedrooms$1,600—$1,795
Area asking rent: typical rent asked for a new lease across the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro, Apartment List Rent Estimates, August 2026.Rent paid: median rent including utilities across all renter households in Durham, U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey, 2020–2024.
Rows marked “est.” are averages for this area scaled to the apartment, not quotes from the property. The income figure is a common screening rule, not this property’s requirement.

Amenities

  • Pet-Friendly

  • In-Home Washer/Dryer

  • Private Patios

  • Stainless Steel Appliances


Amenity photos

  • Pool
    2 photos
  • Playroom

Location

200 Seven Oaks Rd, Durham, NC, 27704


Resident reviews

3.2 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management2.9
Maintenance3.3
Building Quality1.7
Amenities and Shared Spaces2.7
Location3.3

Rippling Stream has a divided resident experience with strong maintenance responsiveness but significant concerns about property condition and management communication. Positive reviews consistently praise maintenance staff and leasing office personnel for professionalism and quick service, while negative reviews frequently cite water outages, pest control issues, mold, and unresolved maintenance problems. Recent management changes appear to have improved some operations, though concerns about move-in unit readiness, fee practices, and accessibility remain.

Management responsiveness and communication are inconsistent across the property. While some residents report positive experiences with leasing staff and recent management improvements, others describe poor communication, unresponsiveness to maintenance requests, and billing issues—particularly regarding water service interruptions and associated charges. Maintenance teams generally receive praise for prompt, professional service, though management oversight of maintenance quality and follow-up varies significantly.

Maintenance responsiveness has improved significantly under new leadership, with residents consistently praising quick response times and professional work on repairs, plumbing, HVAC, and appliances. However, persistent issues include incomplete repairs that recur shortly after service, move-in units requiring extensive maintenance work, and follow-up work not being completed. Communication gaps between maintenance and management, along with unresolved systemic issues like water breaks and pest control, remain concerns.

Residents report significant building quality concerns including pest infestations, water outages, mold growth, and delayed maintenance response times. Move-in conditions frequently do not match website representations, with units requiring extensive repairs before becoming livable. While maintenance staff are consistently praised for responsiveness and professionalism, management oversight of property upkeep and preventive maintenance appears inadequate.

Amenities and shared spaces present mixed conditions across the property. While the complex offers functional recreational facilities including a basketball court and playgrounds, several amenities require attention: the pool remains non-operational due to prior clubhouse damage, the dog park lacks maintenance and waste management, and laundry facilities need upkeep. Parking and trash management are noted as ongoing concerns by residents.

The property offers convenient access to nearby amenities including grocery stores and public transit, with spacious townhome layouts. However, location proximity to high-traffic areas and public transit may present safety considerations for some residents, particularly those with children.

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

Car-Dependent

Minimal Transit

Not Bikeable


About this property

Rippling Stream Townhomes provides apartments for rent in the Durham, NC area. Discover floor plan options, photos, amenities, and our great location in Durham.


Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Melody's In Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Drew's Kidz Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.9 mi

Kids R First Day Are

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.9 mi

Sandy Ridge Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary2.0 mi

City Of Medicine Academy

Public · High
PublicHigh2.0 mi

Reeves Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.2 mi

Montessori Farm School

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary2.5 mi

Wright School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle2.7 mi

Lacrystal Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.8 mi

Lucas Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle3.1 mi

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