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Brand-New Homes For Rent 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, so staying organized will be a breeze.


As a resident, you’ll also enjoy benefits like online rental payments and 24-hour emergency maintenance services. Plus, with your prime access to the entire Research Triangle area, opportunities for entertainment and adventure are all around you. It just doesn’t get more convenient than this. Contact Cottages at Brightleaf today to schedule your tour of our cottage-style homes for rent in Durham, NC.

Enjoy Simplified Living

At the end of a busy day, there’s nothing better than coming home to your brand-new residence from Cottages at Brightleaf. No matter which floor plan you choose, you’ll be welcomed in by lofty nine-foot ceilings and luxury vinyl plank flooring. Features like a full-size washer and dryer set, oversized walk-in closets and a smart home package will simplify your daily routine, while a private patio invites you to unwind in the fresh air. If you’re having friends over, your contemporary kitchen with granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances and a prep island is perfectly set up to entertain. And if you need even more space to spread out, our community also offers single-family cottages with enclosed yards and patios. Additional perks like online payments and 24-hour emergency maintenance services are designed to keep life running smoothly.

Schedule your tour of Cottages at Brightleaf today to see it all in person.

Community Features

  • Disc Golf
  • Bark Park
  • Golf Cart Paths
  • Valet Trash Service
  • Outdoor Grilling Areas
  • BBQ Grilling Areas w/shaded
  • Pool, Patio Deck with Loungers & Seating Areas
  • Expansive Pool Deck with Lounge
  • Professional Onsite Maintenance & Management

Home Features

  • Dishwasher
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Walk-in Closets
  • Walk-in Closets
  • Walk-in Closets
  • Air-Conditioning
  • Patio or Balcony
  • Patio or Balcony
  • Patio or Balcony
  • Full-Size Washer & Dryer
  • Full-Size Washer & Dryer
  • Full-Size Washer & Dryer
  • Granite Double Vanity Sinks
  • Prep Islands & Pendant Light
  • Prep Islands & Pendant Light

Pet Policy

  • Pet Policy Type: Cat, Dogs
  • Max Number of Pets: 2
  • Pet Policy Fee Min: $400
  • Other Pets Allowed: We welcome two pets per apartment home. The first pet fee is $400 and an additional $200 for the second. Monthly pet rent is per pet. Please call our leasing office for complete pet policy information.
  • Pet Monthly Rent Min: $25
  • Pet Policy: Livestock, farm animals including potbellied pigs, and poisonous, dangerous, or exotic animals such as snakes and spiders are prohibited. Any animal may be deemed unacceptable by Landlord. The following types of dogs are prohibited, even if mixed with other breeds: American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Bull Mastiff, Akita, Chow, Doberman, Pit Bull, Presea Canario, Rottweiler, Wolf, Wolf hybrids, and any combination thereof.

Parking Details

  • Parking Type: Multiple
  • Parking Comment: Please call us regarding our Parking Policy.

Settle Down in Style

Cottages at Brightleaf’s brand-new one, two and three bedroom floor plans are designed to make your dream home a reality. With smart home features, oversized walk-in closets and a full-size washer and dryer set, you can spend less time worrying and more time living. Look forward to perfecting your favorite recipes in a stylish kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, playing with your pup on a private patio or spreading out and watching TV in an open living room.


Cottages at Brightleaf’s new cottage-style homes for rent in Durham are made for modern living.


Call now to make your move.


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Planning your budget is essential, and we're here to make it simpler. The pricing you'll see may be labeled Total Monthly Leasing Price or Base Rent.


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Explore The Possibilities

Retreat to a tranquil neighborhood in the heart of the Research Triangle at Cottages at Brightleaf. Ideally located in east Durham, NC, our brand-new cottages are a short distance from downtown yet worlds away from the stresses of city life.

Nearby Bethesda Park provides plenty of outdoor activities, from a disc golf course to tennis and pickleball courts. On a cooler day, head down to Brier Creek Commons to catch a movie at Regal Brier Creek or check out the wide selection of shops. When it’s time to take care of business, proximity to I-40 and I-540 saves you time reaching the area’s prestigious universities and top employers. And during weekends, you can unplug and unwind in nature at picturesque Falls State Lake Recreation Area or the Johnston Mill Nature Preserve.

Come home to Cottages at Brightleaf today to experience life in our convenient locale for yourself.

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Access Convenient Online Resident Services

At Cottages at Brightleaf, we want to make your living experience as easy as possible! That’s why we've set up a quick and easy way for you to pay your rent online or submit a maintenance request so you can focus on the more important and fun things in life. Contact us to learn more or to create your account today.

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  • Mon - Fri: 10:00AM to 6:00PM
  • Sat: 10:00AM to 5:00PM
  • Sun: 12:00PM to 5:00PM

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Cottages at Brightleaf
2421 Sanders Avenue
Durham, NC 27703
(919) 659-8083