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.
For sale
$240,000
5008 Rainmaker Dr, Durham, NC 27704
2beds
1,297sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential, Townhouse
Built in 2005
3,920 Square Feet Lot
$232,600 Zestimate®
$185/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
- 41 days |
- 273 |
- 13 |
Likely to sell faster than
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
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, 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
- Has view: Yes
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: Single Family Residence, Residential, Townhouse
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- 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
Location
- Region: Durham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $185/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $290,685
- Annual tax amount: $2,881
- Date on market: 5/29/2026
Estimated market value
$232,600
$221,000 - $244,000
$1,694/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $240,000+119.2%$185/sqft |
Source:  Doorify MLS #10170511 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2024 | Price change | $1,569-3.1%$1/sqft |
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| 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 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
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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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Summer Meadow
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Sandy Ridge Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10Lucas Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 2/10Northern HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Durham - Sandy Ridge Elementary School
- Middle: Durham - Lucas
- High: Durham - Northern
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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- North Carolina
- Durham County
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- 27704
- Summer Meadow
- 5008 Rainmaker Dr
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