Historic 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.
Sold for $421,829
$421,829
406 E Markham Ave, Durham, NC 27701
3beds
2,140sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1945
0.25 Acres Lot
$538,400 Zestimate®
$197/sqft
$3,006 Estimated rent
Home value
$538,400
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Listed by:
Steve Gardner 919-641-6240,
Urban Durham Realty
Bought with:
Non Member
Non Member Office
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10141337
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Bathtub/Shower Combination, Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, Shower Only, Smooth Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Marble, Slate, Tile
- Basement: Block, Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,140
- Total interior livable area: 2,140 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,636
- Finished area below ground: 504
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Exterior features: Fenced Yard, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Hardwood Trees, Landscaped, Pond on Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 0832320573
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick Veneer, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block, Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Durham
- Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/21/2026 | Sold | $421,829-23.3%$197/sqft |
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| 5/5/2026 | Pending sale | $550,000$257/sqft |
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| 4/22/2026 | Price change | $550,000-3.5%$257/sqft |
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| 4/8/2026 | Price change | $570,000-4.2%$266/sqft |
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| 3/13/2026 | Price change | $595,000-0.7%$278/sqft |
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| 3/4/2026 | Price change | $599,000-3.2%$280/sqft |
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| 2/5/2026 | Price change | $619,000-3.9%$289/sqft |
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| 1/15/2026 | Price change | $644,000-0.9%$301/sqft |
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| 10/16/2025 | Price change | $649,900-4.4%$304/sqft |
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| 9/29/2025 | Price change | $679,900-2.9%$318/sqft |
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| 9/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $699,900+64.1%$327/sqft |
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| 2/28/2018 | Sold | $426,500-2%$199/sqft |
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| 1/30/2018 | Pending sale | $435,000$203/sqft |
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| 1/12/2018 | Listed for sale | $435,000+52.9%$203/sqft |
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| 5/8/2011 | Listing removed | $284,500$133/sqft |
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| 4/23/2008 | Listed for sale | $284,500$133/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,542 +6% | $559,090 +49.2% |
| 2024 | $5,229 +6.5% | $374,837 |
| 2023 | $4,910 +2.3% | $374,837 |
| 2022 | $4,798 +0.5% | $374,837 |
| 2021 | $4,775 +2.4% | $374,837 |
| 2020 | $4,663 | $374,837 |
| 2019 | $4,663 | $374,837 +49.1% |
| 2018 | $4,663 +37.7% | $251,390 |
| 2017 | $3,385 +3.5% | $251,390 |
| 2016 | $3,271 | $251,390 +38.3% |
| 2015 | $3,271 +30% | $181,766 |
| 2014 | $2,516 | $181,766 |
| 2013 | -- | $181,766 |
| 2012 | -- | $181,766 |
| 2011 | $2,369 +0.4% | $181,766 |
| 2010 | $2,359 +4% | $181,766 |
| 2009 | $2,269 | $181,766 |
| 2008 | $2,269 +37.4% | $181,766 +55.4% |
| 2007 | $1,651 +1.4% | $116,939 |
| 2006 | $1,628 | $116,939 |
| 2005 | $1,628 +1.4% | $116,939 |
| 2004 | $1,606 | $116,939 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Duke Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Club Boulevard ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Brogden MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 3/10Riverside High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Club Boulevard Elementary
- Middle: Durham - Brogden
- High: Durham - Riverside
Source: Doorify MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- 406 E Markham Ave
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