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This sunny, fully furnished studio apartment in our historic "house with Southern charm" is especially set up for visiting scholars and professionals on short-term assignments. ("Studio" means the bedroom and kitchen are combined in one room.) All utilities are included in the rent of $1,150. Minimum rental term is 30 days, then month-to-month. Sorry, no pets. Security deposit = $200. One-time cleaning fee = $150.

For a detailed description and 25 photos, please go to 2041.studio/rent.

Walk or bike to Duke. Or four blocks away, take the free Duke H1 bus to the Medical Center campus. From there, it's a short walk to the West Campus Main Quad. We're also four blocks from a huge Harris Teeter grocery. Whole Foods, with lots of organic fruit and vegetables, is just a bit farther.

Also within walking distance: 25 restaurants and nine coffee shops. Enjoy all that the Ninth St. shopping area has to offer (Durham's "Greenwich Village," says the Herald-Sun newspaper).

The well-maintained apartment has a private entrance through a private screened porch (a wonderful place to relax when the weather is mild). Ceiling fans, 10-foot ceilings and large windows give the place a Southern ambiance

The apartment has about everything you could want -- comfortable bed, linens, comforters, new towels, cookware, dishes, eating utensils, Chemex pour-over coffeemaker, microwave, toaster oven, hot water kettle, hair dryer, high-speed wifi, HD television with several streaming services, "compact kitchen," two refrigerators, two-person eating area, easy chair, desk with office chair, and radio. A "smart" LG washer and dryer are on the back porch, where you'll also find an iron and ironing board.

The "compact kitchen" (see photo) features two electric burners, a small refrigerator and a sink with hot and cold water. In the hallway, you'll find a larger, apartment-size refrigerator with freezer, and an old-fashioned wardrobe for your clothes (with room for your luggage on top). The apartment has two closets and spacious storage cabinets over the front door. Even with all your books, you'll not be able to fill the two tall bookcases.

The apartment has a 2nd generation Ring security system, monitored 24/7 by Ring. In addition to the usual door and window sensors, the security system includes glass breakage sensors and a panic button beside the bed.

We (Heidrun and Bill Erwin) live in another part of the house and are home most of the time. So we can respond promptly if you need something. For extra security, we change the locks after each tenant. All this attention to security doesn't mean our neighborhood is unsafe. On the contrary, we've felt safe here for more than 40 years. The streets are well-lit at night; it's not unusual to see neighbors walking their dogs long after dark.

Our Old West Durham neighborhood reminds many people of the "good old days." It's welcoming and refreshingly diverse. In Old West Durham, you'll get a smile and a "hello" from most of the people you pass on your walks. (WalkScore.com gives the Old West Durham neighborhood a very walkable score of 72.) Englewood Ave. has sidewalks on both sides of the street. The neighborhood is popular with joggers and dog-walkers.

We've rented our studio apartments for decades to satisfied visiting scholars, grad students, med students, researchers, dancers and choreographers. We understand the stresses and demands you face. If you choose our studio at 2041 Englewood, we will work to make your stay as carefree as possible. When it's time to move on, we want you to have fond memories of your time in Durham. And we'll do everything in our power to make it so.

For international graduate students or scholars coming to Duke after April 1, 2023 we have one room available in a shared house on Chapel Hill Road, and another in a shared house on Sprunt Avenue. Both houses are fully furnished, even down to the sheets, pillows and towels. Price for the room is $660 or $720 per month, depending on which house you choose. This price includes all utilities, including heat, cooling, water, gas, and wifi. Both houses are located just less than 2 miles south of Duke's main campus.

Most of our renters are international graduate students, but US students are also welcome to apply.

For more details, including photos and an online application process, visit www.thestudentexchangehouse.com. No pets allowed.

Imagine living atop a private knoll, wrapped by the Eno river and with your own food forest, all 10 minutes from downtown Durham. This home has a brand new exterior, including siding, roof, decking, and paint, all so fresh that I only have one photo of the new look.

* 3 acres, very quiet, surrounded by Eno River State Park, with a view of the river from the master bedroom. * 2,000 square feet, 2-story, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms * 2-minute walk to a beautiful island rock in the middle of the river * Recently updated AC/heat unit * Screened back porch * Fire pit * Garage workshop * Standard kitchen, dining room, living room, home office * Downstairs oak hardwood floor. Upstairs carpet. * Some furniture will need to remain in the house. * Price includes well water, managed professionally. Electric bill will be emailed monthly to me and forwarded to you, typically $100-200, seasonally dependent. Wireless internet under the current plan is included with rent, as is basic lawn maintenance.

Total monthly payments = $2,900 + Power

* Behaved outdoor animals are permitted, but animals are not permitted in the home absent agreed-upon terms.

Please contact me with any questions.

Live in the country in quiet seclusion, yet near all RTP Centers! Charming, Rustic, Secluded, Quiet, unfurnished farmhouse on 13 acre lake and adjacent to the Eno River State Park and Trails in Orange County.

Farmhouse is 1440 square feet in 7 rooms (LR, Kitchen, Dining Room, study, 2 BR, bathroom) and are secluded but only 3 min from I-85 and 10 min to Duke University's West campus. Large covered front porch and large yard. Yard service included. Refrigerator, gas cook stove, W/D included. Well water. House is heated/cooled with 2 new mini-split HVAC units and supplementary LP gas heater. 12 month lease. Rent is $1295 per month + $1295 security deposit + last month's rent of $1295: total of $3885 to move in. Maximum occupancy is 2 Adults. Garbage pick-up is available for an extra $15/month. There are 4 additional cabins on the farm and current residents require quiet, considerate, responsible neighbors like themselves. No commercial vehicles allowed; max 2 cars; no sublets; no large/loud parties allowed, max of 6-8 visitors at any one time. 1 small pet may be allowed, subject to approval and requires additional pet deposit. T-Mobile 5G coverage at location for fast internet or Frontier Broadband. Shown BY SCHEDLUED APPOINTMENT ONLY...NO TRESSPASSING. Applicant pays $38.99 for credit and background check and must meet credit requirements. 700 min credit score, no evictions or criminal records. AVAILABLE NOW. Send detailed email with info about yourself, current employment or student status, current living situation, number in party. No viewing appointments without current detailed info about yourself as specified below. Private DRIVE...NO TRESSPASSING. Send detailed information about yourself, job, current address, number in party, if you have pets, experience living the rustic country life, etc., if you wish to be considered. Thanks. AVAILABLE **NOW**.