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    • Special offer

    Avana 55Twelve

    5512 Sunlight Dr, Durham, NC 27707

    • Special offer! Price shown is Base Rent, does not include non-optional fees and utilities. Review Building overview for details.
    Apartment building
    1-3 beds
    Pet-friendly
    In-unit dryer

    What’s available

    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    1 bd, 1 ba
    $1,206-1,296
    850 sqft

    1 unit avail. now | 4 avail. Aug 12-Oct 4

    Price: $1,206Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 9-104
    Price: $1,256Available: Available Aug 23 2025Unit: Unit 2-305
    Price: $1,256Available: Available Sep 9 2025Unit: Unit 3-306
    Price: $1,281Available: Available Oct 4 2025Unit: Unit 6-103
    Price: $1,296Available: Available Aug 12 2025Unit: Unit 2-206
    2 bd, 2 ba
    $1,344-1,516
    1,040 sqft

    4 units avail. now | 1 avail. Aug 11

    Price: $1,344Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 10-305
    Price: $1,402Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 1-103
    Price: $1,502Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 11-204
    Price: $1,506Available: Available NowUnit: Unit 10-205
    Price: $1,516Available: Available Aug 11 2025Unit: Unit 1-306
    2 bd, 2 ba
    $1,451
    1,030 sqft

    1 unit available Oct 4

    2 bd, 2 ba
    $1,486-1,546
    1,100 sqft

    5 units available Aug 29-Oct 8

    Price: $1,486Available: Available Oct 4 2025Unit: Unit 12-307
    Price: $1,486Available: Available Sep 3 2025Unit: Unit 4-308
    Price: $1,526Available: Available Oct 2 2025Unit: Unit 9-208
    Price: $1,526Available: Available Aug 29 2025Unit: Unit 3-207
    Price: $1,546Available: Available Oct 8 2025Unit: Unit 8-107
    3 bd, 2 ba
    $1,720-1,755
    1,230 sqft

    1 unit avail. Aug 11 | 1 unit avail. Oct 3

    Price: $1,720Available: Available Oct 3 2025Unit: Unit 5-107
    Price: $1,755Available: Available Aug 11 2025Unit: Unit 10-102

    What's special

    Pet washing station
    Clean pets, cleaner home
    A pet washing station is rare. Only 8% of buildings in Durham have this feature.
    Price shown is Base Rent. Residents are required to pay: At Application: Application Fee ($35.00/applicant, nonrefundable); Monthly: Utility-Billing Admin Fee ($4.25/unit); Trash-Doorstep ($25.00/unit); Trash-Hauling ($8.00/unit); Pest Control ($5.00/unit); Package Services ($5.00/unit); Renters Liability Insurance-3rd Party (varies); Electric-3rd Party (varies); Water/Sewer (usage-based). Please visit the property website for a full list of all optional and situational fees. Floor plans are artist's rendering. All dimensions are approximate. Actual product and specifications may vary in dimension or detail. Not all features are available in every rental home. Please see a representative for details. Avana 55Twelve offers modern one, two, and three-bedroom apartment homes in Garrett-Durham, designed to fit your lifestyle with spacious layouts and upgraded finishes like quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and wood-inspired flooring. Popular community amenities include a resort-style swimming pool, 24-hour fitness center, scenic nature trails, and a Zen garden. Pet-friendly features like a paw park and pet washing station, along with convenient options such as an onsite package kiosk and outdoor grilling stations, enhance your daily life. Discover your perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Avana 55Twelve.

    Office hours

    DayOpen hours
    Mon - Fri:10 am - 6 pm
    Sat:10 am - 5 pm
    Sun:Closed

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Community Rooms
    • Fitness Center: 24-Hour Fitness Center
    • Lounge: Resident Lounge with Media and Coffee Station
    • Pet Washing Station: Paw Park & Pet Washing Station
    Fitness & sports
    • Tennis Court: Zen Garden & Lighted Tennis Court
    Other
    • In Unit: Full-Sized Washer & Dryer Sets*
    • Shared: On-Site Laundry Center
    • Swimming Pool: Expansive Swimming Pool & Sundeck
    Outdoor common areas
    • Barbecue: Outdoor Kitchen & Grilling Stations
    • Playground
    Services & facilities
    • Package Service: Onsite Package Kiosk with 24-Hour Access
    • Storage Space: Additional Storage Space Available*

    Unit Features

    Appliances
    • Dryer: Full-Sized Washer & Dryer Sets*
    • Washer: Full-Sized Washer & Dryer Sets*
    Other
    • Balcony: Personal Patio or Balcony*
    • Modern Subway Tile Backsplash
    • Patio Balcony: Personal Patio or Balcony*
    • Quartz Countertops & Upgraded Cabinetry
    • Sleek Ge Stainless Steel Appliances & Undermount Sinks
    • Spacious Closets
    • Wood-inspired Plank Flooring Throughout Common Areas*

    Policies

    Lease terms
    • 6 months, 7 months, 8 months, 9 months, 10 months, 11 months, 12 months, 13 months, 14 months, 15 months
    Parking
    • Car care center
    Pets
    Dogs
    • Allowed
    • 2 pet max
    • $400 one time fee
    • $25 monthly pet fee
    Cats
    • Allowed
    • 2 pet max
    • $400 one time fee
    • $25 monthly pet fee

    Neighborhood: 27707

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    Travel times

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    35 / 100
    Car-Dependent
    28 / 100
    Some Transit
    37 / 100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Near Avana 55Twelve
    • Sugarland, a bakeshop serving cakes, gelato, pastries, a full bar and cupcakes in flavors, such as double chocolate, French vanilla and red velvet, is within a 15-minute drive.
    • The Streets at Southpoint, a large mall offering a movie theater, casual dining options and retailers, such as Belk, Nordstrom and J. Crew, is less than a 15-minute drive.
    • Cedar Falls Park, offering lighted tennis courts and ball fields, a picnic area, nature trails and a playground, is within a 20-minute bike ride.
    • Duke University, a private research school that is known for its basketball program and degrees in medicine, engineering and humanities, is less than a 10-minute drive.

    Nearby schools in Durham

    GreatSchools rating

    Market Trends

    Rental market summary

    The average rent for all beds and all property types in Durham, NC is $1,950.

    Average rent

    $1,950

    Month-over-month

    +$3

    Year-over-year

    +$5

    Available rentals

    1,102

    Durham, NC Rental Market Data

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of Avana 55Twelve?

    Avana 55Twelve has a walk score of 35, it's car-dependent.

    What is the transit score of Avana 55Twelve?

    Avana 55Twelve has a transit score of 28, it has some transit.

    What schools are assigned to Avana 55Twelve?

    The schools assigned to Avana 55Twelve include Creekside Elementary, Sherwood Githens Middle, and Charles E Jordan Sr High School.

    Does Avana 55Twelve have in-unit laundry?

    Yes, Avana 55Twelve has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units. Avana 55Twelve also has shared building laundry.

    What neighborhood is Avana 55Twelve in?

    Avana 55Twelve is in the 27707 neighborhood in Durham, NC.

    What are Avana 55Twelve's policies on pets?

    A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed per unit. This building has a one time fee of $400 and monthly fee of $25 for dogs. A maximum of 2 cats are allowed per unit. This building has a one time fee of $400 and monthly fee of $25 for cats.