500 Markham Avenue
Durham, NC 27701Bursting with Southern charm, welcome to this beautiful Colonial-style home, nestled in the heart of Durham's popular Duke Park neighborhood. This carefully maintained home offers bright and airy living spaces, with tons of natural light and gorgeous hardwood floors. The welcoming living room features a fireplace flanked by custom built-in shelving and access to the screened-in, side porch. The dining area provides the ideal setting for entertaining, while the kitchen offers both style and functionality for everyday living. Just off the kitchen, is a well-situated main-floor suite, outfitted with its own full, private bathroom. The upstairs bedrooms include the spacious primary suite with a walk-in closet, as well as 2 additional bedrooms and a full bath. The unfinished walk-out basement is ideal for extra storage or a home gym. Outside, enjoy relaxing evenings or mornings with coffee on the back deck, overlooking the expansive fenced-in yard, a true nod to Southern living. Located just minutes from downtown Durham, this home offers convenient access to some of the city's best attractions including, DPAC, Durham Bulls Athletic Park, and the Museum of Life and Science. With nearby parks, cafes, local restaurants and breweries, Duke Park living delivers both convenience and community in one of Durham's most beloved neighborhoods!
- Exterior Features
- Interior Features
- Property Features
- Construction Materials Brick, Unknown
- Lot Size Acres 0.36
- Structure Type House, Site Built
- Above Grade Finished Area 1,820
- Appliances Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
- Cooling Central Air
- Cooling Y/N Yes
- Fireplace Features Family Room, Wood Burning
- Fireplaces Total 1
- Flooring Hardwood, Laminate, Tile, Wood
- Heating Forced Air
- Heating Y/N Yes
- Rooms Total 10
- Tax Annual Amount 5858
- Water Source Public
- Year Built 1946
Additional Property Information
- TypeSingle Family Residence
- Built1946
- NeighborhoodNot in a Subdivision
- CountyDurham
- AreaDurham
- Elementary SchoolDurham - Club Blvd
- Middle SchoolDurham - Brogden
- High SchoolDurham - Riverside
Listing courtesy of Long & Foster Real Estate INC/Wake Forest. © 2026 Triangle MLS, Inc. of North Carolina. All Rights Reserved. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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