406 Markham Avenue
Durham, NC 27701Historic charm meets modern comfort in this beautifully preserved Colonial Revival, built in the 1940s by noted Durham builder Thomas Wray Wilkinson as his own family home. A thoughtful renovation in 2007 earned a Durham Historic Preservation Award, honoring the home's heritage while enhancing everyday livability. The interior offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and 2,140 square feet of updated living space, including a finished basement that works well as a third bedroom, office or flexible bonus area. The home also features a laundry room, two fireplaces, and a sunroom that is heated and cooled for comfortable year round use. A one car garage and a new roof installed in 2021 add convenience and peace of mind. Classic details shine throughout, including gleaming hardwood floors, tile kitchen countertops, and timeless architectural elements that make the home both elegant and livable. Outside, the backyard feels like a private sanctuary with two ponds, a stone patio, and a cascading waterfall. It is a rare and tranquil retreat just steps from downtown Durham, Duke's East Campus, and the vibrant Duke Park neighborhood. This home offers historic character, thoughtful updates, and an exceptional location all in one.
$644,000
3 bedrooms
2 full, 1 half bathrooms
0.25 acres
2,140 square feet
$301 per square foot
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Attached Garage Y/N Yes
- Construction Materials Brick Veneer, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters
- Fencing Fenced
- Garage Y/N Yes
- Lot Size Acres 0.25
- Parking Features Driveway, Garage
- Patio And Porch Features Covered
- Structure Type Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 1,636
- Appliances Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
- Basement Block, Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
- Below Grade Finished Area 504
- Cooling Central Air, Window Unit(s)
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplace Features Family Room, Wood Burning
- Fireplaces Total 2
- Flooring Hardwood, Laminate, Marble, Slate, Tile
- Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Interior Features Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Shower Only, Smooth Ceilings
- Laundry Features In Basement
- Rooms Total 13
- Lot Features Corner Lot, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Pond on Lot
- Tax Annual Amount 5542.26
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1945
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1945
- NeighborhoodNot in a Subdivision
- CountyDurham
- AreaDurham
- Elementary SchoolDurham - Club Blvd
- Middle SchoolDurham - Brogden
- High SchoolDurham - Riverside
Listing courtesy of Urban Durham Realty. © 2026 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. All Rights Reserved. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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