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Sold for $550,000
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    500 E Markham Ave, Durham, NC 27701

    4beds
    1,820sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1946
    0.36 Acres Lot
    $550,000 Zestimate®
    $302/sqft
    $2,939 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $550,000

    $523,000 - $578,000

    $2,939/mo

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    What's special

    Gorgeous hardwood floorsExpansive fenced-in yard
    Welcome to this beautiful Colonial-style home, nestled in the heart of Durham's popular Duke Park neighborhood. This carefully maintained home offers comfortable living spaces with lots 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 Duke hospitals and 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, and wide variety of schools, Duke Park living delivers both convenience and community in one of Durham's most beloved neighborhoods! 1.5 miles to DPAC. 2 miles to the American Tobacco Trail. 3 miles to Duke University. 4.5 Miles to Duke Hospital.

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    Listed by:

    Kelly Cox 919-818-1549,

    Long & Foster Real Estate INC/Wake Forest

    Bought with:

    Galbert ONeil, 359778

    Costello Real Estate & Investm

    Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10150309MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile, Wood
    • Basement: Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,820
    • Total interior livable area: 1,820 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,820
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Has view: Yes
    Lot
    • Size: 0.36 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 109487
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Materials
    • Brick, Unknown
    • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1946

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Durham
    • Subdivision: Not in a Subdivision

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/29/2026Sold$550,000-8.2%$302/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10150309 Report a problem
    5/24/2026Pending sale$599,000$329/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10150309 Report a problem
    4/28/2026Price change$599,000-2.6%$329/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10150309 Report a problem
    4/21/2026Price change$615,000-1.6%$338/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10150309 Report a problem
    4/4/2026Price change$625,000-3.8%$343/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10150309 Report a problem
    3/19/2026Price change$650,000-2.8%$357/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10150309 Report a problem
    3/5/2026Listed for sale$669,000+167.6%$368/sqft
    Source: Doorify MLS #10150309 Report a problem
    7/27/2005Sold$250,000+20.8%$137/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    10/1/2001Sold$207,000$114/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$5,858 +37.4%$590,904 +93.3%
    2024$4,264 +6.5%$305,692
    2023$4,004 +2.3%$305,692
    2022$3,913 +0.5%$305,692
    2021$3,894 +2.4%$305,692
    2020$3,803 $305,692
    2019$3,803 $305,692 +24.5%
    2018$3,803 +15%$245,481
    2017$3,305 +3.5%$245,481
    2016$3,194 $245,481 +0.4%
    2015$3,194 $244,433
    2014-- $244,433
    2013-- $244,433
    2012-- $244,433
    2011$3,186 +0.4%$244,433
    2010$3,172 +4%$244,433
    2009$3,051 $244,433
    2008$3,051 +39.6%$244,433 +58%
    2007$2,185 +1.4%$154,718
    2006$2,154 $154,718
    2005$2,154 +1.4%$154,718
    2004$2,124 $154,718
    2003-- $154,718
    2002$1,954 +9.5%$154,718 +40.4%
    2000$1,785 $110,200

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Duke Park

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Durham - Club Boulevard Elementary
    • Middle: Durham - Brogden Middle
    • High: Durham - Riverside High

    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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