Move-In Ready Townhome Near Duke -- Updated and Waiting for You
5008 Rainmaker Drive is a turnkey two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath townhome offering 1,280 square feet of comfortable living in one of Durham's most accessible locations. Built in 2005 and recently refreshed in 2024, this home features fresh paint, new carpet, and new LVP flooring throughout -- giving it a clean, updated feel from the moment you walk in.
The open layout offers everyday functionality with a half bath on the main level and two full baths upstairs. Brand new GE appliances round out the kitchen update, making this home truly move-in ready.
Located in Durham County's 27704 zip code, you're just minutes from Duke University, Duke Health System, N.C. Central University, and the energy of downtown Durham. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizer, or investor looking for a low-maintenance rental property, this location consistently delivers strong demand.
Pending
Price cut: $11K (7/15)
$229,000
5008 Rainmaker Dr, Durham, NC 27704
2beds
1,297sqft
Townhouse
Built in 2005
3,920 Square Feet Lot
$221,500 Zestimate®
$177/sqft
$155/mo HOA
What's special
Turnkey two-bedroom two-and-a-half-bath townhomeFresh paintNew lvp flooring throughoutOpen layoutNew carpetBrand new ge appliances
- 113 days
- 24
- 0
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Chelsea Turner Vanderpool 984-244-0968,
Weichert, Realtors-Mark Thomas,
Samuel Roderick Paynter 919-259-5618,
Weichert, Realtors-Mark Thomas
Source: Doorify MLS,MLS#: 10170511
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 175 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 12.5
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 161 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 11.5
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 97.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.8 x 9
Other
- Level: First
- Area: 21 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 3.5
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 241.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.3 x 12.5
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 109.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 9.5
Laundry
- Level: Second
- Area: 16.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6.5 x 2.5
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,297
- Total interior livable area: 1,297 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,297
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 3,920 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 202955
- Zoning: PDR
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Crawlspace
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Summer Meadow
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Maintenance Structure, Unknown
- HOA fee: $155 monthly
- HOA name: CASNC Community Association Management
- HOA phone: 910-295-3791
Location
- Region: Durham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $177/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $255,546
- Annual tax amount: $2,881
- Date on market: 5/29/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan
Estimated market value
$221,500
$210,000 - $233,000
$1,601/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/1/2026 | Pending sale | $229,000$177/sqft |
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| 7/15/2026 | Price change | $229,000-4.6%$177/sqft |
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| 5/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $240,000+119.2%$185/sqft |
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| 5/10/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/1/2024 | Price change | $1,569-3.1%$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2024 | Price change | $1,619+1.2%$1/sqft |
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| 11/21/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,600$1/sqft |
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| 10/3/2005 | Sold | $109,500$84/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,882 +59.6% | $290,685 +124.5% |
| 2024 | $1,806 +6.5% | $129,459 |
| 2023 | $1,696 +2.3% | $129,459 |
| 2022 | $1,657 +0.5% | $129,459 |
| 2021 | $1,649 +2.4% | $129,459 |
| 2020 | $1,610 | $129,459 |
| 2019 | $1,610 | $129,459 +27.8% |
| 2018 | $1,610 +18.1% | $101,266 |
| 2017 | $1,364 +3.5% | $101,266 |
| 2016 | $1,318 | $101,266 -13.8% |
| 2015 | $1,318 -18.9% | $117,416 |
| 2014 | $1,625 | $117,416 |
| 2013 | -- | $117,416 |
| 2012 | -- | $117,416 |
| 2011 | $1,530 +0.4% | $117,416 |
| 2010 | $1,524 +4% | $117,416 |
| 2009 | $1,465 | $117,416 |
| 2008 | $1,465 +5.9% | $117,416 +19.8% |
| 2007 | $1,384 | $97,998 |
| 2006 | -- | $97,998 |
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Neighborhood: Summer Meadow
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Sandy Ridge Elementary School
- Middle: Durham - Lucas Middle School
- High: Durham - Northern 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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