The Durham is located at 3718 Gus Thomasson Rd in Mesquite, Texas, with access to the Town East retail area via local corridors such as Gus Thomasson Road, Town East Boulevard, and I-635. If you are comparing apartments near Town East Mall with flexible lease terms, our leasing team can confirm the current lease-length options available for your move-in date and floor plan before you apply. That matters because lease terms can vary by apartment home, season, and availability.
Town East Mall is one of Mesquite’s best-known shopping destinations, and living near it is useful for residents who want everyday retail, restaurants, services, and regional road access close by. It is especially practical for people who work in retail or service roles around the mall area, attend Dallas College Eastfield Campus, commute toward Dallas, Garland, or other parts of Mesquite, or simply prefer to keep errands on this side of town. The mall area also places you near a broad mix of national retailers and local businesses without needing to cross Dallas for basic shopping.
From The Durham, daily routes typically revolve around Gus Thomasson Road, Town East Boulevard, I-635, and nearby connections toward I-30 and U.S. 80. Dallas College Eastfield Campus is approximately 3 miles away, and Town East Dog Park is also a useful nearby option for pet owners. For airport access, Dallas Love Field is the closest major airport noted for the community, though actual drive times can vary widely with Dallas-area traffic.
Flexible lease shopping is not just about finding the shortest term. It is worth asking how pricing changes by lease length, whether a specific apartment home qualifies for the term you want, what notice is required before move-out, and whether any fees apply if your plans change. If your timeline is tied to a job transfer, school calendar, home purchase, travel nursing assignment, or a temporary stay near family, those details can matter as much as the apartment layout itself.
The Durham offers one- and two-bedroom floor plans, giving renters a straightforward range of options rather than an oversized catalog. Current layouts include one-bedroom homes from about 540 to 700 square feet and two-bedroom homes from about 880 to 965 square feet, including two-bedroom options with either one or two bathrooms. Current pricing, exact availability, deposit requirements, and eligible lease terms are best confirmed directly with the leasing office because they can change by date and apartment home.
Inside the homes, features are designed for practical day-to-day use: spacious floor plans, washer and dryer connections, ceiling fans, spacious closets, mini and vertical blinds, and exterior storage. Select homes may also include wood-burning fireplaces, linen closets, pre-wired intrusion alarms, and private patios or yards, so those are worth confirming when you tour. If you are comparing layouts, ask to see the actual apartment home or floor plan image for the specific unit you are considering, not just a general example.
Community amenities are helpful if your schedule changes from month to month. The Durham offers a fitness center, business center, Wi-Fi in common areas, resort-inspired swimming pool, grilling station, covered parking, clothes care center, and 24-hour emergency maintenance. The community is pet-friendly, with pet relief areas, and residents can ask the office for the latest pet fees, pet rent, breed guidance, and any weight restrictions before bringing a pet to the property.
The honest trade-off is that this location is more practical for drivers than for someone looking for a highly walkable, rail-oriented lifestyle. Many errands near the Town East area are easiest by car, and traffic around major retail corridors can be heavier on weekends, holidays, and peak shopping periods. If quick access to shopping and major roads is more important than living in a dense downtown setting, The Durham is worth a closer look.
If you would like help matching your move-in date, floor plan, pet needs, parking preference, and lease-term questions, contact The Durham leasing office or schedule a tour to review current options in person.