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Whetstone Apartments

$1,160 – $1,845/mo

  • 511–1,053 sq ft
  • 24 units available
  • Pet friendly
501 Willard St, Durham, NC, 27701

As of October 14, 2026, Whetstone Apartments in Durham, NC has 24 apartments for rent from $1,160 to $1,845/mo. The average asking rent has risen 2.5% since March 25, 2026, from $1,369 to $1,403.


Floor plans

Whetstone Apartments has 24 units available across 7 floor plans. Prices checked October 14, 2026.

A1

572 – 583 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,160/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
418$1,169583Sep 3
011$1,160572Sep 5
213$1,245583Sep 17

S1

511 – 522 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,169/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
325$1,172522Oct 20
344$1,169511Nov 1
444$1,179511Dec 5

A2

702 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,202/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
133$1,202702Sep 5
317$1,230702Sep 5
417$1,239702Sep 5
233$1,295702Oct 5

A3

613 – 640 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,215/mo

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
324$1,215640Aug 19
430$1,304613Oct 8
322$1,309613Oct 9

B1

832 – 868 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,420/mo

8 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
316$1,433853Aug 31
341$1,479853Aug 31
203$1,420853Sep 5
407$1,577853Sep 16
304$1,571832Oct 8
436$1,566853Nov 18
201$1,556868Dec 15
441$1,616853Dec 21

B4

900 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,552/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
131$1,552900Aug 31
331$1,810900Dec 2

B5

1,053 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,845/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
220$1,8451,053Oct 19

See all 71 units listed at Whetstone Apartments, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Whetstone Apartments has ranged from $1,327 to $1,588. The current average is $1,403, up $35 (2.5%) from $1,369 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (97 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for Whetstone Apartments shows $179.83 a month in fees (cable TV services $80, parking reserved $30, trash services doorstep $30, and 5 more) and $995 due at signing (pet fee $350, security deposit $250, administrative fee $150, and 3 more).

  • Rent

    $1,160 – $1,845/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Aug 19

Monthly fees

Cable TV Services

$80/mo

Parking - Reserved

$30/mo

Pest Control Services

$5/mo

Pet Rent

$25/mo

Trash Administrative Fee

$2/mo

Trash Services - Doorstep

$30/mo

Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

$6.65/mo

Utility - Stormwater/Drainage

$1.18/mo

Due at signing

Administrative Fee

$150

Application Fee

$75

Pet Fee

$350

Pet Fee - Additional Pet

$150

Pet Management - Third Party

$20/yr

Security Deposit (Refundable)

$250

Amenities

Whetstone Apartments is pet friendly and has in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 19 amenities, including expansive fitness center, resort saltwater pool, and patio/balcony.

  • Air Conditioning

  • Bike Storage

  • Controlled Access Building

  • Dishwasher

  • Expansive Fitness Center

  • Fitness Center

  • Gated Access

  • Outdoor Fireplace

  • Patio/Balcony

  • Pet Friendly

  • Poolside Grilling & Dining Area

  • Resident Lounge

  • Resident Social Events

  • Resort Saltwater Pool

  • Smoke Free

  • Swimming Pool

  • Walk-In Closets

  • Washer/Dryer

  • Wi-Fi Lounge W/Coffee Bar


Amenity photos

  • Pool
    3 photos
  • Gym
  • Work space
  • Dog park

Location

501 Willard St, Durham, NC, 27701


Resident reviews

Whetstone Apartments has a 4.2 out of 5 rating from more than 100 resident reviews. Residents rate maintenance (4.6) and location (4.5) highest and building quality (2.7) lowest.

4.2 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Location4.5
Management3.9
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.1
Building Quality2.7
Maintenance4.6
Overall100 reviews

Whetstone offers a prime downtown Durham location with responsive maintenance and friendly staff, making it appealing for those prioritizing walkability to restaurants, entertainment, and transit. However, the property faces persistent challenges with package theft, parking garage security incidents, and noise from nearby transit, with management communication about these issues cited as inconsistent. Residents report mixed experiences with fees, amenity maintenance, and lease-end deposit handling, suggesting service quality varies significantly by individual circumstances.

The property's downtown location is a major draw, with most residents praising walkability to restaurants, entertainment, and transit access. However, parking challenges, nearby transit noise, and limited nearby grocery options present tradeoffs. Security concerns including package theft and vehicle break-ins are frequently cited as significant location-related drawbacks that offset the convenience benefits.

Management and office staff receive consistently positive feedback for responsiveness, friendliness, and helpfulness throughout the leasing and residency process. However, a significant subset of residents report concerns about communication regarding security incidents, particularly theft and vehicle break-ins in the parking garage, with some noting delayed or vague notifications from management. Maintenance requests are generally handled promptly, and community events are frequently praised for fostering resident connections.

Whetstone offers well-maintained amenities including a pool, gym, and coffee bar that residents frequently use and appreciate. The property features convenient parking with a covered garage, a package delivery service (Fetch), and responsive maintenance. However, security concerns—including package theft, vehicle break-ins, and parking garage incidents—persist despite management efforts, and some residents report infrastructure issues like faulty fire alarms and elevator maintenance needs.

Building quality shows mixed conditions with notable noise and maintenance concerns. Residents report significant noise from trains, nearby traffic, and upper-floor neighbors that sound insulation does not adequately address. Cleanliness and upkeep have declined over time, with reports of trash accumulation, pest issues, and frequent elevator malfunctions. Positive reviews note that when maintenance is responsive, it addresses issues promptly, and common areas are generally well-maintained.

Maintenance at this property is consistently responsive, with work orders typically completed within one to two days and staff addressing issues promptly and professionally. Residents report satisfaction with repairs to appliances, HVAC systems, and plumbing, with maintenance staff showing care in scheduling and follow-through. One resident noted occasional issues with building infrastructure such as call box and garage door malfunctions, though these were addressed quickly by staff.

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

Whetstone Apartments is very walkable and very bikeable, and transit is limited.

Walking
Very walkable
Grade B
Transit
Limited
Grade D+
Biking
Very bikeable
Grade B

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Whetstone 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 46

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

Whetstone Apartments is a 204-unit building in Durham, NC.

Whetstone offers new, urban apartment homes with exceptional amenities perfectly placed in Downtown Durham, and just minutes from Duke University and Duke University Hospital. Call us today!

  • Building

    Apartment · Mid-Rise
  • Total units

    204

Nearby schools

The closest school to Whetstone Apartments is Duke Memorial Weekday School, a private elementary school 0.2 miles away. The closest public school is Durham School Of The Arts, 0.5 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Duke Memorial Weekday School

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.2 mi

Heart's In Harmony

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Immaculata Catholic School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.4 mi

Operation Breakthrough Head Start

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Durham School Of The Arts

Public · High
PublicHigh0.5 mi

New Horizons Academy Of Excellence

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.5 mi

First Presbyterian Day Care

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.6 mi

Scarborough Nursery 1

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Central Park School for Children

Charter · Middle
CharterMiddle0.7 mi

Empowered Minds Academy

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.8 mi

Contact & management

Whetstone Apartments is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 919-366-5140.


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